Events Calendar

Save the Pine Bush - Decades of Experience 

 Thursday, October 9, 2025, 7:00- 8:30 pm.  Join members of WOCRNY Advocacy Committee to hear from Lynne Jackson, a founder of the advocacy group Save the Pine Bush, which has worked tirelessly to protect the unique ecosystem in our region for decades. Let’s learn from their experiences about how we can succeed at raising awareness of the importance of protecting natives in our ecosystems.  During our Zoom meeting you will have the opportunity to ask your own questions.  This presentation will be recorded.

Beginning at the smaller Falstaff’s parking lot near Broadway, we will take the red loop trail, about 1.1mi, seeking late wildflowers, enjoying the fall foliage, and thinking about the soil structure all this falling plant matter supports. Bring appropriate attire for a hike and the weather. Host: Dustin Mitchell, 314-616-2667. Always check the Events Calendar for any cancellation.

Even after reading books and attending talks, many still have pressing questions about ecological landscaping. In this talk, Tallamy addresses common concerns on biodiversity, invasive species, native plants, and conservation strategies, providing practical guidance and motivation to restore nature in everyday spaces. 

JOIN WILD ONES, MOHAWK VALLEY CHAPTER FOR A WEBINAR ABOUT GARDENING FOR BATS IN NEW YORK

Celebrate Halloween early with the real star of the show: bats. Besides adding flair to a beloved holiday and our local wildlife, bats consume countless pest insects every single night. The Mohawk Valley chapter of Wild Ones is pleased to present Erin Cord of Bat Conservation International as she talks about our local bats, the threats they face, and how we can help them right in the comfort of our own backyards! This free webinar on Sunday, October 19th at 1:30 p.m. will include Q&A and a handout with tips and a plant list to help you design your own bat garden using native plants.

“Unfortunately, over 50% of our native bats are considered at-risk. These nocturnal neighbors need our help now more than ever,” said Erin Cord.

Erin is the Community Engagement Partnerships Manager for Bat Conservation International. She double-majored in Wildlife Conservation and Entomology from the University of Delaware and received her MS in Wildlife Ecology from the Cesar Kleberg Wildlife Research Institute at Texas A&M University-Kingsville. She has over 10 years of experience working as a wildlife biologist and running environmentally-focused volunteer, outreach, and education programs.

Registration required at: https://wildones-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/ULdpE8n2RgOPiB8405QhBg

Great coffee and tea, baked goods and breakfast / lunch dishes. We'll be in a quieter and even cozier room toward the back. Come for Wild Ones companionship and good food!

Friday 7th, 8:30am. Henry Gerber Reist Bird Sanctuary, 897 St David's Ln, Niskayuna, NY. Park at the Kelly Adirondack Center. From there we will follow the Paul Schaefer Yellow Trail, about 1.3 mi, looking out for birds, late-fall flora, and the remnants of dry vernal pools. Bring appropriate attire for a hike and the weather; note that this area can get wet and muddy. Host: Dustin Mitchell, 314-616-2667. Always check the Events Calendar for any cancellation.

Join us for our monthly  Leadership Team & Business Meeting.   Reach out by email for zoom link:  [email protected] 

 Wild Ones is celebrating our New York native plants with a seed swap!  Join us for a free, family-friendly seed swap celebrating the beauty of New York's native plants! Connect with fellow gardeners, share your favorite local seeds, and discover new varieties to cultivate for a more vibrant, resilient, and biodiverse garden. Please pre-register any seeds you wish to bring so we can have plant care signs made.

Don't have seeds to trade? No problem! All are welcome to come and learn about seed saving and take home some native treasures to get started.

In addition to the main event, attendees can explore tables from various like-minded organizations, participate in dedicated crafts for kids and adults, get started with winter seed sowing, and enjoy a special bake sale that showcases native ingredients.  If you would like to volunteer for the day of the event, please register here.

Details coming soon! 

Natives are much better than non-natives for you, birds and wildlife, and the environment. You will go home with lists of good natives to add to your garden as well as sample native garden plans. 

Join Wild Ones and others interested in ecological landscapes at a beloved local restaurant. Delicious brunch / lunch items. Lovely drive to this town on the Hudson River.

Designing with native plants isn’t just about what you grow, it’s about how you shape your space. In this hands-on workshop, Zoe Evans (Plan it Wild) and Heather Evans (Design Your Wild) guide you through the process of creating a cohesive yard plan that supports both your lifestyle and biodiversity.

Keep the warmth going with a cozy chat! Blue Ribbon is a well-established local restaurant with a friendly vibe. Wide choice of diner items.  Bring a book or website to share info  - January is good reading weather. 

In this fun presentation with powerpoint, you will learn the parts of a botanical name and how to pronounce them, as well as why it is much better to use a botanical name rather than the common or vernacular name.

Saturday, January 10 10:00am - 12:30pm @ Shaker Heritage Society Meeting House - join us for Native Seed Packaging.  Come and help package surplus from the Seed Swap at the historical site where seed packages were invented!  Seeds will be donated to libraries across counties served by WOCRNY.  If you have time, join for lunch afterwards (pay your own).  

Check our website for snow date information (1/11) in case of inclement weather.

Details coming soon! 

Saturday, January 31st 1-3pm. Join Emma Treadwell Thacher Nature Center, Friends of Thacher, and Wild Ones as we host the Native Plant Sale Kick-Off Social to be held at the Nature Center (87 Nature Center Way, Voorheesville, NY 12186 (518) 872-0800).  Come join us if you have volunteered to or are thinking of volunteering for the Annual Native Plant Sale to be held May 16, 2026.  There are so many ways to become involved, come and join this dedicated group of volunteers and see what’s right for you! Please register here, to be notified in case of a weather event and to help us plan for appetizers.

Warm up with a cozy chat near TreeHouse's huge fireplace! Featuring Treehouse's award-winning brews and pizza. 

Most of the restaurant is wheelchair-accessible, but there is one step down to the fireplace area. 

A healthy garden depends on a strong interconnected ecological system, where everything is in order. Sun and water, insects, birds and plants all create a biological balance. This presentation with PowerPoint will show you how to create a balanced and flourishing yard. 

Details coming soon! This will be a paid webinar with all proceeds supporting the Seeds for Education Program. 

Chat with fellow native gardeners in a historic 1870s schoolhouse, lovingly preserved by the cafe owner/baker. Enjoy good eats at a bakery / cafe featuring both food and art. 

This presentation will cover how to plan and plant for a wonderful garden this year. Discussion of soil, plant choices, and climate change adaptations will be included. 

Details coming soon! 

As spring begins to stir,  enjoy a chat with fellow native gardeners and incredibly delicious Mediterranean food and drink. Simone's is named after Mama Simone, who made delicious school lunches for her children.  Share ideas about what you hope to plant this year and brainstorm with others on what they might want to plant. 

Last Cozy Chat until October! Enjoy chatting with old and new friends. Bar / restaurant with renowned smashburgers. Outside eating / gathering area with cornhole games. We'll be outside, weather permitting. Come play!

Details coming soon! 

Details coming soon! 

Details coming soon!