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The Flathead Chapter serves the greater Flathead, Northwest Montana, and Glacier National Park area. Monthly meetings in general unless otherwise noted are the 3rd Wednesday of the month in October through April at North Valley Community Hall (also North Valley Physical Therapy)235 Nucleus Ave. in Columbia Falls.
For more information, contact chapter Vice President, Rachel Potter, 892 2446, or: Tara Carolin, Chapter President 406 260 7533
Click here for a list of native plant gardens in the Flathead area.
Interested in Native Plant Landscaping in our area? Click here
When do our Northwest Wildflowers Bloom?… Here’s a handy list.
Programs and Events
For more information, check out the Montana Native Plant Society Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/MTNativePlantSociety) or email us at: mnps.flathead@gmail.com.
Do you have an idea for a field trip next season? If so, please email Hailey Moore at hailey@centerfornativeplants.com.
Wednesday, March 18, 7:00 p.m. Join native plant landscaper Kathy Ross for a talk about “The Dynamic Relationship of Native Plants, Insects and Birds.” Inspired by the research of Dr. Doug Tallamy, the discussion will explore why we need our native insects and the vital role native plants play in their survival, and how to use native plants in landscaping to promote biodiversity and encourage healthy environments for humans and birds. We can make a difference in our own backyards! North Valley Community Hall, 235 Nucleus Ave., Columbia Falls. Bring some food and join us at 5:30, before the program, to plan Flathead Chapter events for 2020.
Tuesday, April 21, 6:00 p.m. Native Plant Trivia Night. Grab some friends, have a beer, and put on your thinking cap! From 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., each brew sold will benefit MNPS, so bring a designated driver and prepare to support native plants. Backslope Brewing, 1107 9th St. W (Hwy 2), Columbia Falls. (Note Tuesday, not Wednesday.)
Additional Flathead Chapter events to be announced. Send a note to MNPS.Flathead@gmail.com to be placed on the Chapter email list.
Further information
Here is is a plant list that Sally Thompson provided based on her book “People Before the Park” that details plants mentioned in a presentation to the Flathead Chapter in February 2017.
Don’t forget, for pictures, stories and updates on the Flathead Chapter or contact us at mnps.flathead@gmail.com.
