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!

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Doug Tallamy is the first speaker in our free Distinguished Lecture Series!

Friday, October 3, 2025 at UTC

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Seeds for The Future

An Ethical and Sustainable Practice for Native Habitat with Dylan Hackett

Stewardship of native plants and habitat seem to be at its highest support from the general public and the ecologically minded alike in recent memory. Mostly overlooked, and seldom fully appreciated as it trails behind the spectacle of the growing season, seeds of the native plants can hold significant value to how we access native flora and share its wonder with others. Explore the nuances of native seed collections, its ethics and the process from shoot to seed and learn what it takes to do home-grown conservation.

Monday, August 11, 2025

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