Events

What can you do with your small yard, garden patch, or window box to help our native bees? Sara Wittenberg of the Pollinator Partnership will give a program on how to build a pollinator garden. Learn how to design your space, no matter the size, to provide support to bees and other pollinators. 

Join Wild Ones for an evening of community connection and thought-provoking cinema!

Common Ground is a compelling documentary that explores the transformative power of regenerative agriculture in addressing climate change, restoring ecosystems, and creating sustainable food systems. Through inspiring stories and expert insights, the film highlights the urgent need for change and showcases the individuals leading the way to a healthier, more resilient planet.

Tickets are free but space is limited.

Reserve your free tickets here https://www.tickettailor.com/events/cache/1524251

Location: The Medium, 214 S Main Street in Springdale

5:30-7:00pm: Networking and mocktails
7:00-8:00pm: Film Screening

Did you know that native plants provide a wealth of unseen benefits besides their beauty? Join Wild Ones for a fascinating presentation by Laurie Scott and discover how native plants contribute to a healthier environment.

This free presentation is open to the public and will include door prizes.

This program will be of interest to:

- Homeowners interested in creating a more sustainable and wildlife-friendly landscape.
- Gardeners looking to add beauty and biodiversity to their gardens.
- Anyone interested in learning more about the importance of native plants for the environment.

All are welcome to join this free virtual panel discussion exploring the vital roles of native, solitary, and honeybees in pollination and biodiversity. Featuring experts Sam Droege (USGS), Dave Hunter (Crown Bees), and Dr. Lora Morandin (Pollinator Partnership), this event will discuss into the challenges pollinators face, the balance between managed and wild bees, and actionable ways to support all pollinators.

Gain insights from over 90 years of combined experience and learn how to advocate for pollinator habitats through planting native species, participating in community science, and adopting responsible management practices.

Public gardens hold tremendous power to influence landscaping norms and inspire change. By showcasing the beauty, functionality, and ecological value of native plants, these spaces help foster biodiversity, advocate for sustainable practices, and engage communities in environmental stewardship. 

This webinar will explore how public and demonstration gardens serve as powerful tools for native plant advocacy. Attendees will learn how gardens move beyond aesthetics to spark action—turning appreciation into engagement and inspiring participants to replicate these practices in their own communities.

We will hear insights from Nicole Machuca, Environmental Social Scientist at the Field Museum, on how public gardens influence behaviors, foster stewardship, and connect people to conservation efforts through research and community engagement. The Wild Ones Capital Region NY and the Wild Ones San Diego (CA) Chapters will share their experiences building native plant demonstration gardens and how these spaces drive community engagement, education, and advocacy. And We'll finish with a conversation exploring how public gardens create a lasting impact beyond planting day moderated by Kelly Kapuzzi, Demonstration Garden Char with the Wild Ones Hocking Hills (OH) Chapter.

Join Wild Ones and White River Nursery for a thought-provoking panel discussion that explores the critical role of soil in sustaining life on Earth. You’ll hear from experts who will delve into the intricate relationship between soil health and:

• Food security: How healthy soil underpins food production and global food systems.
• Climate change: The crucial role of soil in carbon sequestration and climate mitigation.
• Water quality: How soil acts as a natural filter, protecting our water resources.
• Biodiversity: The rich ecosystem beneath our feet and its vital contribution to biodiversity.

This panel will shed light on the challenges facing soil health today and discuss innovative solutions for its protection and restoration. Don't miss this opportunity to learn more about the unseen hero beneath our feet.

Join Wild Ones for a leisurely, ½ mile hike along the Sinking Stream Trail at Hobbs State Park. We will be looking for early spring wildflowers and identifying other native plants along the trail. Meet at the trailhead at the Sinking Stream / Van Winkle parking lot.

Tour to explore the native plants and beautiful trails at the Lower Ramble in Fayetteville.

Parking is available at the Fayetteville Public Library across the street.

Visit the beautiful native plant garden at Claudia Vilato's residence in Fayetteville. 

Registration required: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfOM4dQlCo3c2MNT6T_a6S3tqF3okRyvUUG4cE7OuLGeTiNkw/viewform?usp=sharing

Join us at GOAT LAB Brewery in Lowell, Arkansas on Saturday, May 17th for our Spring Native Plant Sale!

Shop a huge selection of locally grown native plants from multiple trusted vendors. Transform your garden into a pollinator haven or a naturally beautiful landscape.

Wild Ones members will receive a 10% discount off their native plant purchases. Join now to take advantage of this offer: https://members.wildones.org/join/

Event Details:

Date: Friday, May 17th
Location: GOAT LAB Brewery, 722 S Bloomington St., Lowell, Arkansas
Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

What to Expect:

A wide variety of native wildflowers, grasses, shrubs, and trees.

Plants that are adapted to the Northwest Arkansas climate, requiring less water and maintenance.

Expert advice from local native plant enthusiasts.

Support for local ecosystems and pollinators.

Opportunities to learn about creating a beautiful and sustainable landscape.

Come and find the perfect native plants to enhance your outdoor space and contribute to a healthier environment! We look forward to seeing you there!

Join Wild Ones National Board President Loris Damerow for a special presentation as part of Week 3 of the 2025 Less Lawn More Life Challenge, “Native Plants Planted Right.” Loris will walk us through the basics of native plant gardening- from choosing the right plants to planting and maintaining them with confidence.

Join us on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, at 5 p.m. CT for the YouTube Live premiere of this 30-minute webinar. Native plant experts from  Wild Ones, Plan it Wild, Homegrown National Park, ReWild Your Campus, and others will be active in the live chat throughout the presentation and for 30 minutes after the webinar, giving you plenty of time to ask questions and engage! 

This event is designed for newcomers to native gardening and is part of the national Less Lawn More Life Challenge, hosted by Plan It Wild in collaboration with Wild Ones, iNaturalist, Homegrown National Park, Pollinator Partnership  and many others! 

See more about the Less Lawn More Life Challenge:  https://www.lesslawnmorelife.com/ 

Join Camille Newell, former City of Fayetteville horticulture assistant, as she shares details on the process of plant choice, maintenance, and design on Gulley Park's native plant garden beds.

Meet at the Old Wire parking lot near the elderberry shrub.

Details coming soon! 

Details coming soon! 

Details coming soon!