Building Community with Native Plants—for Urban, Suburban, and Rural Landscapes In person registration and breakfast starts at 8:00am. The conference starts at 9am on Zoom and in person. It will last until about 3:10 (our event software can't handle ten minute increments). Tentative Schedule 8:00 amMorning coffee, bagels, and muffins9:00 amWelcome9:10 amNew York City's Urban ... Read more
The March 4th meeting of the Sussex chapter will feature a program given by NPS and NABA member, Sharon Wander, who will present, “Making Your Property Pollinator Friendly”. Join us at ... Read more
Tickets go on sale at 10am on Friday, February 16. You must be an active, logged-in member to purchase tickets.If you are not an active member, you may purchase or renew a membership at this link. Active members log in here then come back to this page to purchase tickets.
This talk covers the ecology of beech, their importance in NJ, and what attributes and ecological services are under threat. The basic pathogenesis will be reviewed. Then, importantly the talk ... Read more
Hello Native Plant enthusiasts from Mercer County! Join us on March 10th for our 2nd Annual Gathering. We’ll peek into some member gardens (via photos), learn about existing programs planned for the year, suggest additional ones, and enjoy light refreshments while learning about Native plants. We are looking for some volunteer presenters to submit 5 ... Read more
Tickets go on sale at 10am on Friday, February 16. You must be an active, logged-in member to purchase tickets.If you are not an active member, you may purchase or renew a membership at this link. Active members log in here then come back to this page to purchase tickets.
This workshop is limited to 20 participants, so please don't wait to sign up! Join botanist Kate Lepis, PhD to learn good pruning practices and how to shape your native shrubs and trees. The first hour of this workshop will be held indoors, the second will be held outside for a live demonstration. Be sure ... Read more
Register in advance for this webinar:https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_fOfyqrJVSYSDfXjX6KbfTg After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
Participants will have the opportunity to divide and pot up a selection of native perennials. Additional methods of propagation will be covered as well. ACUA Greenhouse, Egg Harbor Township. You will take home three plants. Registration required, members only/$20, limited to 15 participants.
Learn about the owls of New Jersey and the native trees they depend on. Let's head out to the woods for a guided evening walk with naturalist Cam Kanterman in search of owls and other nighttime wildlife. Cam will teach you how to develop your night vision while listening for owls in their natural habitat. Owls we may ... Read more
Co-sponsored by the Monmouth Chapter of the NPSNJ and the Bayberry Garden Club of Brielle Wildlife, including birds, bees, and butterflies, are declining at an alarming rate, but you can be part of the solution. Learn how to attract and sustain wildlife, what wildlife need to survive, and how you can be a part of ... Read more
Our friends at Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Ocean County are offering a free online program, Tried and True Easy-Care Native Plants. These plant choices are well suited for your garden, easy to grow, and will enhance your landscape. They also provide valuable support for birds, butterflies, hummingbirds, native pollinators, and beneficial insects. Explore the diverse ... Read more
Good Bugs - Bad Bugs! Who's Who? with Randi Eckel,PhD, President of NPSNJ Figuring out who the beneficial insects are and who the pests are can be confusing. Randi will help to sort it out and discuss some management strategies that may help you strike the right balance. Everyone is invited - you do not ... Read more
Come out for a fun, relaxed, and informative evening with your NPSNJ friends. You can even have popcorn! We'll be showing several beautiful films and shorts of environmental importance. PLEASE REGISTER EARLY AS SPACE IS LIMITED
Biography Todd Bittner directs the Natural Areas Program at Cornell Botanic Gardens, overseeing nearly 3,600 acres across 40 natural areas in the central Finger Lakes Region. These areas feature diverse ... Read more
