Welcome to Wild Ones Tennessee Valley Chapter!

The Tennessee Valley Chapter of Wild Ones is dedicated to educating and advocating for biodiversity in the Southeast.

Free Public Programs

Learn about topics spanning permaculture to easy groundcovers to bookclubs and tree canopies – all for free.

Certificate in Native Plants

Become an expert in our native flora through in-depth core classes and fascinating electives.

Member Hikes & Tours

Enjoy our diverse surroundings on guided hikes, garden tours, and more.

We offer a variety of free monthly programs, Certificate in Native Plants classes, free members only events, spring and fall native plant sales and special events throughout the year. In these programs and events, you can learn about sustainable landscaping practices using plants that are native to our region. We invite you to attend our programs and to become a member!

Free Event

Public Welcome

How can WE help?: Reflections on Doug Tallamy’s Distinguished Lecture

Monday, October 13, 2025

6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. (Eastern Time)
Joseph Glasscock Community Center
3653 Tom Weathers Dr, Chattanooga, TN, 37415 Map

The Tennessee Valley Chapter of Wild Ones recently hosted a powerful evening with Dr. Doug Tallamy, renowned entomologist, author, and advocate for native plants. Let’s keep the momentum going! Learn more, get involved, and be part of a growing community committed to increasing biodiversity in Chattanooga one yard at a time.

Bring questions and comments that might have come up for you that you didn’t want to ask in the lecture auditorium and we’ll unpack how Tallamy’s teachings apply to each of us in our region.