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Event: Robin Wall Kimmerer, “Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge and the Teachings of Plants”

Join Wild Ones and the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh’s Sustainability Institute for Regional Transformations and the Inter-Tribal Student Council on Tuesday, March 19 as we present: “Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge and the Teachings of Plants” with celebrated ecologist, educator and author Robin Wall Kimmerer. Continue reading "Event: Robin Wall Kimmerer, “Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge and the Teachings of Plants”"

February Native Plant News

Explore the latest in native plant conservation with the latest Native Plant News. Learn about field pansies' adaptation to pollinator declines, pollinators' preference for native plants over nativars, the implications of updated USDA plant hardiness zones, and Colorado pollinator health. Discover initiatives like the Illinois Buckthorn Bounty and the $18 million investment in native seed supplies. This update offers essential insights for action in native plant and pollinator conservation. Get informed and make an impact. Continue reading "February Native Plant News"

Ecological Control of Invasive Plant Species

Controlling invasive plants may seem like a thankless task, but it is essential for the well-being of our ecosystems. The techniques and timing for eradicating weeds and invasive plants vary according to species. Conducting research, whether through online searches, reviewing gardening guides, or consulting with fellow gardeners, is crucial to find the best removal strategies […] Continue reading "Ecological Control of Invasive Plant Species"

Book Review: Braiding Sweetgrass

As a writer and scientist, upcoming Wild Ones national webinar speaker, Robin Wall Kimmerer, is interested in both the restoration of ecological communities and the restoration of our relationships to land. Kimmerer’s work is a call to rediscover our role as participants in the natural world. She articulates a compelling vision: “a renewed sense of the […] Continue reading "Book Review: Braiding Sweetgrass"