News & Updates
- September Wildflower Walk at Ivy Creek, Saturday, September 20
- October Chapter meeting
Wednesday, October 8 at Ivy Creek Natural Area - Fall Potting Party
Sunday, October 12 - Wilding: Turn Your Yard into Habitat
Murray Fisher just appeared on The Today Show with his partner at Plan It Wild to share how to rewild your lawn to bring it back to its natural state. When he is not working, he is restoring his own backyard with his wife and three kids, where they have observed, identified and cataloged thousands of unique species on iNaturalist. - The Legacy of Lena Artz
Andrea Weeks, associate professor of botany and director of the Ted R. Bradley Herbarium at George Mason University, shared her ongoing research about Lena Artz and her profound impact on the documentation of Virginia flora. In addition to the presentation recording, download Andrea's paper, and watch a related PBS documentary. - Find more chapter meeting videos at our showcase.
- Update your calendar for upcoming local meetings, presentations, lectures, and other events described in the Jefferson Chapter Events Calendar.
- And keep up with Jefferson chapter activities and discussion on our Facebook Page!
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