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SUMMARY:Big Treesy Giveaway - Orleans Parish Residents
DESCRIPTION:Throughout the year\, NOLA Tree Project operates several Big TREEsy giveaways in various New Orleans districts to promote and enhance the well being of the community. NOLA Tree Project gives away over 4K trees all while educating the community through workshops on tree planting and maintenance\, storm water management and the vital role trees play environmentally. \nSaturday\, November 9th\, 2024 – Trinity Community Center \n3908 Joliet Street\, New Orleans\, LA 70118 – 500 FREE Trees \nOrleans Parish residents only \nNOLA TREE PROJECT\nPhone: 504-415-8434\nEmail: info@nolatreeproject.org
URL:https://www.lnps.org/event/big-treesy-giveaway-nola-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241116T093000
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SUMMARY:Conservation Woods Walk - Baton Rouge
DESCRIPTION:19010 Jefferson Hwy Baton Rouge\, LA 70817 \nManchac Parish Park \nExplore the natural places throughout the parish just beyond your backyard at BREC’s Kendalwood Conservation Area with staff on this Conservation Woods Walk. Further off the beaten path\, these walks are geared toward providing an interactive experience at the Conservation areas and trails throughout the parish to make these special natural spaces more familiar. Though open to both novices and experts alike\, these walks are more primitive and more rigorous than your regular walk in the park. Preregistration is required and all children must be accompanied by adults.\nContact Information:conservation@brec.org225-218-4979\nPrice: $5Age Limit: 7+
URL:https://www.lnps.org/event/conservation-woods-walk-baton-rouge/
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UID:25368-1731834000-1731837600@www.lnps.org
SUMMARY:Nature Walk Moncus Park - Lafayette
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Nature Walks with the Acadiana Native Plant Project at Moncus Park! Explore the park’s rich habitats and diverse plant life on these guided walks: \nDates and Times: \n\nSunday\, November 17th\, 9:00-10:00 a.m.\n\nMeeting Point: Gather at the Welcome Plaza by 9:05 a.m. to start the walk. \nAbout the Walks: Led by experts\, you’ll discover local flora\, including native and invasive species\, and learn about their ecological roles and contributions to wildlife\, pollination\, and stormwater management. This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with nature and gain insights into sustainable landscaping within our community. \n337-500-1177 | Park Address: 2913 Johnston Street Lafayette\, LA 70503
URL:https://www.lnps.org/event/nature-walk-moncus-park-lafayette-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241119T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241119T200000
DTSTAMP:20241018T142946Z
CREATED:20241018T142946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241018T142946Z
UID:25402-1732041000-1732046400@www.lnps.org
SUMMARY:Caroline Dormon - Louisiana Pioneer Woman - Hilltop Arboretum Baton Rouge
DESCRIPTION:Caroline Dormon was a prolific writer\, multimedia artist\, an accomplished botanist\, noteworthy archaeologist\, an esteemed forester\, school teacher\, and tireless conservationist. Join Hilltop Arboretum’s Discover Nature Programs in celebrating her intriguing life\, phenomenal accomplishments\, diversified career\, prestigious awards\, books filled with her fantastic wildflower drawings\, her passion for conservation\, and Briarwood\, her unforgettable nature retreat. \nFeaturing Linda Barber Auld; for more information contact LSU Hilltop Arboretum at 225-767-6916\, visit www.lsu.edu/hilltop\, or email info@friendsofhilltop.org. \nLearn more about Briarwood Nature Preserve.
URL:https://www.lnps.org/event/caroline-dormon-louisiana-pioneer-woman-hilltop-arboretum-baton-rouge/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241120T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241120T170000
DTSTAMP:20241118T211458Z
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SUMMARY:Native Plant Cleanup - Keller Library - NOLA
DESCRIPTION:Come join a team of volunteers to help clean up the native plant garden at the Keller Library\, 4300 S. Broad. \nBring your gloves\, hats\, water and love of native plants for a 2 hour fun session. You may come away with some native seeds
URL:https://www.lnps.org/event/native-plant-cleanup-keller-library-nola/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241121T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241121T190000
DTSTAMP:20241118T211027Z
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UID:25431-1732208400-1732215600@www.lnps.org
SUMMARY:Recovering Southwest Louisiana Prairies - Lafayette
DESCRIPTION:Join UL’s Department of History\, Geography\, and Philosophy in welcoming Dr. Sara Le Menestrel\, Director of the Center for North American Studies at the School for Advanced Studies in the Social Sciences\, Paris. Dr. Le Menestrel will be discussing her latest research project\, which focuses on Southwest Louisiana Prairies and the Environmental Expertise of “Grass Farmers.”\nThe talk will take place in room 523 of H.L. Griffin Hall on the campus of UL Lafayette. Elevators will be open for general use\, and parking is available at the nearby Girard Park Parking Tower. Dr. Le Menestrel’s visit is sponsored with generous funding from the Jamie and Thelma Guilbeau Charitable Trust.\n141 Rex Street\, Lafayette\, LA
URL:https://www.lnps.org/event/recovering-southwest-louisiana-prairies-lafayette/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241123T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241123T110000
DTSTAMP:20241118T210546Z
CREATED:20241118T210546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241118T210546Z
UID:25430-1732352400-1732359600@www.lnps.org
SUMMARY:Planting Louisiana Irises at Pelican Park - Mandeville
DESCRIPTION:The Louisiana Iris Conservation Initiative (LICI) will be holding its fourth annual iris planting volunteer event at Pelican Park Recreation District #1 in St. Tammany parish\, near Mandeville\, La on Saturday\, November 23\, 2024. We’ll work from 9:00 AM until 11:00 AM or until all of the irises are planted\, whichever comes first.\nThis volunteer event is open to the public to participate.\n\nPlease bring your own long handled shovel. The site will likely be muddy\, so either wear regular rain boots or old shoes. Bottled water will be supplied. There are park bathrooms nearby to the planting site.\nThe irises will be planted in a rainwater detention area next to the “Gold Complex” parking lot. Stay to the right at the first intersection on the entrance road as you drive past the Castine Center. The “Gold Complex” road is located on the left side of the entrance road about half-way back to the rear of the park. (There is a sign.)\nIts important that everyone that would like to participate send us an email at licisaveirises@gmail.com so that we know how many irises to bring. We’d like to try and plant as many as 400 irises if enough volunteers are coming.\nEach volunteer will be asked to sign a liability waiver at the start of the event.\nAll help will be greatly appreciated!
URL:https://www.lnps.org/event/planting-louisiana-irises-at-pelican-park-mandeville/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241123T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241123T120000
DTSTAMP:20241120T140956Z
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UID:25438-1732352400-1732363200@www.lnps.org
SUMMARY:Privet Pull-ooza - Bayou Manchac Park Baton Rouge
DESCRIPTION:Join BREC’s Conservation team removing invasive privet at Bayou Manchac Park! Volunteers of all experience levels will work together to restore native habitat by pulling invasive species. BREC will provide gloves\, snacks\, and all necessary tools.\nContact Information:conservation@brec.org\nRegistration Details:Register by: November 20\, 2024Registration Method:https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fbrec.org%2Fcalendar%2Fdetail%2Fprivet-pullooza%3Ffbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR21A6iblfYM6GGM37PCXyTM7cXCPULciRgPEFKhv23HDNAJelYN8y3W8lE_aem_4x-D84r8XC3iSQAQoRwoHw&h=AT3A_iucD6lkmHn_ZzuA9YcYnbJMTSEdmfbOuNizjcinY0XlaJya5s5qq4P_uduudaMTsiJQjTWbaDF-wF4vaiqO1yGTc3alMZA4tbokK0RZ0sfIbeNh2VXkjEdUcq3x4X8Uq7ANhiLbPUKVeHL1&__tn__=q&c[0]=AT3mb2Gme5y6huib7EIaEHjNW_codzcTQjFN1HaDfGj_jG0Sl3uYbswAXUKGWCUjl20NB0Z85UkppYVbgmqeNshxxiZZEdxafBI1uU0k0x-VNfdYjExs9v63i3NFr5TIhANNTGJeUlnNNTCYVIdvi518Vh_TxySeIBcaqQAge Limit: 10+\nManchac Parish Park\, 19010 Jefferson Hwy\, Baton Rouge\, LA 70817\, United States
URL:https://www.lnps.org/event/privet-pull-ooza-bayou-manchac-park-baton-rouge/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241207T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241207T120000
DTSTAMP:20240722T153815Z
CREATED:20240722T153815Z
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UID:25170-1733558400-1733572800@www.lnps.org
SUMMARY:Pelican Greenhouse Plant Sale - NOLA
DESCRIPTION:Get your green thumbs ready for the Pelican Greenhouse Plant Sale! With hundreds of varieties of plants\, there’s something everyone will love including garden soil and pine straw to finish… \n2 Celebration Drive\nNew Orleans\, LA 70124 \n504-483-9437 \nplants@nocp.org
URL:https://www.lnps.org/event/pelican-greenhouse-plant-sale-nola-5/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241207T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241207T130000
DTSTAMP:20241105T185728Z
CREATED:20241105T185532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T185728Z
UID:25407-1733560200-1733576400@www.lnps.org
SUMMARY:Yard-to-Habitat Workshop - Lafayette
DESCRIPTION:Y2H (Yard-to-Habitat) registration is open! \nYard-to-Habitat is Acadiana Native Plant Project’s half-day workshop designed to help homeowners and landscapers transform property\, from small yards in town to big pastures in the country\, to work as habitat for pollinators\, birds and other wildlife and improve ecological resilience.  \n Our next workshop will be Saturday\, December 7\, 8:30-1 pm at the Ira Nelson Horticulture Center. $40 for non-members/$32 for members. Limited to 20 participants. Discounts or rebates available for students\, partners\, and independent landscapers. Previous participants are welcome to attend for free to follow up on their plans. Just ask! \nAfter an introduction to the basic principles to landscaping for habitat and a walk in a demonstration garden\, you’ll work in small groups with ANPP’s most experienced native gardeners to sketch your site plan\, create a plant list with sources\, and a timeline. \nIra Nelson Horticulture Center\nUniversity of Louisiana at Lafayette\n2206 Johnston Street\, Lafayette\, LA 70503
URL:https://www.lnps.org/event/yard-to-habitat-workshop-lafayette-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241207T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241207T120000
DTSTAMP:20240918T154646Z
CREATED:20240918T154539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T154646Z
UID:25351-1733562000-1733572800@www.lnps.org
SUMMARY:Big Treesy Giveaway - NOLA
DESCRIPTION:Throughout the year\, NOLA Tree Project operates several Big TREEsy giveaways in various New Orleans districts to promote and enhance the well being of the community. NOLA Tree Project gives away over 4K trees all while educating the community through workshops on tree planting and maintenance\, storm water management and the vital role trees play environmentally. \nSaturday\, December 7th\, 2024 – City of New Orleans Dept. of Parks & Parkways \n2829 Gentilly Blvd.\, New Orleans\, LA 70122 – 500 FREE Trees \nNOLA TREE PROJECT\nPhone: 504-415-8434\nEmail: info@nolatreeproject.org
URL:https://www.lnps.org/event/big-treesy-giveaway-nola-5/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241207T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241207T113000
DTSTAMP:20240925T145037Z
CREATED:20240925T145018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T145037Z
UID:25366-1733563800-1733571000@www.lnps.org
SUMMARY:First Saturdays at Frenchtown - Greenwell Springs
DESCRIPTION:Start your month off on the right foot by spending a little time in nature at Frenchtown Road Conservation Area. Activities will focus on connecting both nature lovers and nature novices alike with the inner workings of the largest conservation area in the BREC Conservation system. And just like the site\, activities and topics will change monthly. Pre-registration is required\, and all children must be accompanied by an adult. \nBREC’s Frenchtown Conservation Area (Central City\, LA)\n17357 Frenchtown Rd\, Greenwell Springs\, LA 70739-3644\, \n\nhttps://www.brec.org/calendar/detail/first-saturdays-at-frenchtown?fbclid=IwY2xjawFhAe1leHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHaYedWtYlKkHyn6zcCv3XF0T4EEaV1w-hLaZBbe_Jq5ZEQZZHzzbVTEUPQ_aem_mLip2eiEZX-CwrlyjJAbRg
URL:https://www.lnps.org/event/first-saturdays-at-frenchtown-greenwell-springs-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241208T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241208T120000
DTSTAMP:20240722T153906Z
CREATED:20240722T153906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240722T153906Z
UID:25171-1733644800-1733659200@www.lnps.org
SUMMARY:Pelican Greenhouse Plant Sale - NOLA
DESCRIPTION:Get your green thumbs ready for the Pelican Greenhouse Plant Sale! With hundreds of varieties of plants\, there’s something everyone will love including garden soil and pine straw to finish… \n2 Celebration Drive\nNew Orleans\, LA 70124 \n504-483-9437 \nplants@nocp.org
URL:https://www.lnps.org/event/pelican-greenhouse-plant-sale-nola-6/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241208T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241208T160000
DTSTAMP:20241118T211759Z
CREATED:20240912T203528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241118T211759Z
UID:25347-1733662800-1733673600@www.lnps.org
SUMMARY:Celebration of the Oak - Hilltop Baton Rouge
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to Hilltop Arboretum’s “Celebration of the Oak” on Sunday\, December 8\, 2024\, from 1-4 pm.\n\n\nLearn about the history and rich ecology of native oak trees. Hear from experts on how to care for these treasured oaks\, including tips for planting and maintaining oaks of your own.\n\n\nTree saplings\, books\, and tree guides will be available for purchase. Small bites\, beverages and spirits included with each registration.\n\n\nBring the kids! Activities and crafts will be provided for children. Children under 12 enter for free.\n\n\nRegistration online: https://lsu.edu/hilltop/events/celebrate_the_oak.php
URL:https://www.lnps.org/event/celebration-of-the-oak-hilltop-baton-rouge/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241214T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241214T140000
DTSTAMP:20241014T155613Z
CREATED:20241014T155553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241014T155613Z
UID:25397-1734170400-1734184800@www.lnps.org
SUMMARY:The Gulf South Pawpaw Symposium - Docville Farm\, Violet
DESCRIPTION:A fun and educational event all about the delicious and unique pawpaw fruit. Discover the history\, cultivation\, and culinary uses of this tropical fruit native to North America. \nThe symposium will take place on Sat Dec 14 2024 at 10:00 AM at Docville Farm located at 5124 E St Bernard Hwy\, Violet\, La. 70092. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn more about pawpaws and connect with other fruit enthusiasts. See you there! \n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.lnps.org/event/the-gulf-south-pawpaw-symposium-docville-farm-violet/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241221T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241221T103000
DTSTAMP:20241212T143150Z
CREATED:20241212T143150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241212T143150Z
UID:25489-1734773400-1734777000@www.lnps.org
SUMMARY:Woods Walk at Blackwater - Central
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, December 21 at 9:30 AM | Blackwater Conservation Area\nTake a peaceful guided hike through scenic trails as you learn about native trees and discover nature just beyond your backyard. Perfect for all skill levels\n\n\n9385 Blackwater Road\nCentral\, LA 70814 \n\n225-273-6405
URL:https://www.lnps.org/event/woods-walk-at-blackwater-central/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241228T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241228T170000
DTSTAMP:20241222T201351Z
CREATED:20241222T200001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241222T201351Z
UID:25496-1735383600-1735405200@www.lnps.org
SUMMARY:Winter Tree ID Hike - Ville Platte
DESCRIPTION:Learn to identify trees using bark\, buds and twigs. Meet at the Arboretum Nature Center at 10 am. For more information call the Nature Center at 337-363-6289. \n1300 Sudie Lawton Ln\, Ville Platte\, LA
URL:https://www.lnps.org/event/winter-tree-id-hike-ville-platte/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250108T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250108T170000
DTSTAMP:20250106T171323Z
CREATED:20250106T171323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T171323Z
UID:25512-1736348400-1736355600@www.lnps.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Pull & Prune - NOLA
DESCRIPTION:Whimscapes will be leading another cleanup of the gardens at Rosa F. Keller Library and Community Center (4300 S Broad St\, New Orleans\, LA 70125)  Wednesday\, Jan. 8th from 3-5 pm. BYO gloves and small garden tools for what is evolving into not only a native garden cleanup\, but a fun hangout with some awesome folks. Thanks to all the generous volunteers who spend time brightening up corners of our community. *Weather will be sunny\, but chilly\, so dress warm.
URL:https://www.lnps.org/event/volunteer-pull-prune-nola/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250111T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250111T140000
DTSTAMP:20241222T200255Z
CREATED:20241222T200255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241222T200255Z
UID:25497-1736600400-1736604000@www.lnps.org
SUMMARY:Growing Native Wetland Plants for Coastal Restoration - Picayune MS
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, January 11\, 2025 – 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm \n\n\nCREC-Crosby Arboretum\n370 Ridge Road\nPicayune\, Mississippi 39466\n\n\n\nCost: Free \nJoin the Native Plant Producer Network and the Crosby Arboretum for an informative and hands-on workshop focused on the vital role of native wetland plants in coastal restoration! \nIf you’re a gardener looking to expand your knowledge or interested in growing native plants for coastal restoration projects\, this event is for you. You’ll learn how to grow and sell native wetland plants that play a key role in preserving and restoring our coastal ecosystems. This free\, in-person event will provide practical tips and techniques that gardeners can use to support the health of our coasts while enhancing their own gardening practices. Enjoy refreshments and leave with valuable knowledge you can put into action. \nSign up here or visit the Native Plant Producer Network webpage \nIf you have any questions please email Kaitlyn Mitchell
URL:https://www.lnps.org/event/growing-native-wetland-plants-for-coastal-restoration-picayune-ms/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250112T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250112T153000
DTSTAMP:20241222T201145Z
CREATED:20241222T201006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241222T201145Z
UID:25498-1736688600-1736695800@www.lnps.org
SUMMARY:Quarterly Meeting: Ask Ally Workshop- Invasive & Aggressive Plant ID and Management - Mandeville
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, January 12th\, 2025\n 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm (Central Time)\n White Pelican Gym\, Court 3 at Pelican Park\, 63350 Pelican Dr\, Mandeville\, LA\, 70448 \n\nPublic Welcome \n\nFirst Quarterly Membership of Wild Ones Pontchartrain Basin and Public Meeting of 2025. Presentation by Ally Harding.  Have a problem plant that you’d like advice on?  Grab as complete a plant as you can from your space\, bringing the root\, stem\, and leaves if possible. Put the plant in a container to help make sure we’re not propagating problem plants!  A tied garbage bag would be great for this. We’ll avoid accidentally distributing seeds and cuttings by doing this.  If you have success dealing with problem plants\, please bring your tips and tricks to help us battle our way back to more native spaces.
URL:https://www.lnps.org/event/quarterly-meeting-ask-ally-workshop-invasive-aggressive-plant-id-and-management-mandeville-problem-plants/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250112T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250112T150000
DTSTAMP:20250109T160912Z
CREATED:20250109T160912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250109T160912Z
UID:25525-1736690400-1736694000@www.lnps.org
SUMMARY:Twigs\, Buds and Bark in the Winter Woods - St. Martinville
DESCRIPTION:Join our favorite tree guy\, Jim Foret\, for an afternoon walk at Cade Farm\, UL Lafayette’s experimental farm. We’ll celebrate Arbor Day with a casual stroll through the mature woods to learn about tree ID in winter using twigs\, bark and buds. Jim retired recently from UL Lafayette’s School of Geosciences\, where he taught native plant and plant science classes. Meet at 2 pm at the Welcome Center parking lot (building is closed). Wear boots or footwear you don’t mind getting muddy. All ages. \n1234 W.J. Bernard Rd. St. Martinville\, LA 70582
URL:https://www.lnps.org/event/twigs-buds-and-bark-in-the-winter-woods-st-martinville/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250118T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250118T120000
DTSTAMP:20240918T154908Z
CREATED:20240918T154755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T154908Z
UID:25352-1737190800-1737201600@www.lnps.org
SUMMARY:Big Treesy Giveaway - NOLA
DESCRIPTION:Throughout the year\, NOLA Tree Project operates several Big TREEsy giveaways in various New Orleans districts to promote and enhance the well being of the community. NOLA Tree Project gives away over 4K trees all while educating the community through workshops on tree planting and maintenance\, storm water management and the vital role trees play environmentally. \nSaturday\, January 18\, 2025 – Audubon Louisiana Nature Center \n11000 Lake Forest Blvd.\, New Orleans\, LA 70128 – 400 FREE Trees \nNOLA TREE PROJECT\nPhone: 504-415-8434\nEmail: info@nolatreeproject.org
URL:https://www.lnps.org/event/big-treesy-giveaway-nola-6/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250118T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250118T130000
DTSTAMP:20250106T170953Z
CREATED:20250106T170953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T170953Z
UID:25511-1737190800-1737205200@www.lnps.org
SUMMARY:Louisiana Arbor Day Tree Giveaway - Baton Rouge
DESCRIPTION:To celebrate Louisiana Arbor Day\, Baton Rouge Green partners with the Burden Museum & Gardens’ Arbor Day. The Burden team hosts a festival of activities\, tree planting and learning at the Barton Arboretum (inside the Burden complex). In addition to the many horticulture\, arboriculture and naturalist experts and vendors interacting with visitors\, the BRG team gives away 1\,000 FREE native trees to attendees on a first-come\, first-served basis. The trees are grown by the staff and volunteers at Burden. \nLocal food trucks will also be on-site! \nThe event is free and open to the public! We recommend visitors wear rubber boots\, gloves and dress warmly! \nBarton Arboretum at the LSU Ag Center Botanic Gardens \n4560 Essen Lane\n(I-10 at Essen Lane)\nBaton Rouge\, LA 70809
URL:https://www.lnps.org/event/louisiana-arbor-day-tree-giveaway-baton-rouge/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250125T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250125T130000
DTSTAMP:20240912T202819Z
CREATED:20240912T202819Z
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UID:25345-1737795600-1737810000@www.lnps.org
SUMMARY:2025 Annual Symposium Hilltop Arboretum - Baton Rouge
DESCRIPTION:2025 Annual Symposium\nHomegrown National Park:\nConservation that Begins in Your Yard\nDate: Saturday\, January 25\, 2025\, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.\nFeaturing: Douglas Tallamy\, Bill Fontenot\, and Cheryl Geiger\nLocation: EBRPL – Main Library \n7711 Goodwood Blvd\, Baton Rouge\, LA 70806
URL:https://www.lnps.org/event/2025-annual-symposium-hilltop-arboretum-baton-rouge/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250208T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250208T170000
DTSTAMP:20250109T161330Z
CREATED:20250109T161330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250109T161330Z
UID:25526-1739016000-1739034000@www.lnps.org
SUMMARY:Okra Abbey Community Day - NOLA
DESCRIPTION:Helen Sierminski of NOLA Sidewalk Gardens & Forests who will lead a 10-11 am urban nature walk that begins and ends at Okra Abbey.\n9 AM – Coffee & Breakfast 9:30 AM – Garden Club with Okra Abbey Lead Gardener Billie Golan10 AM – Urban Nature Walk Departs Okra Abbey with NOLA Sidewalk Gardens & Forests Tour Guide Helen Sierminski11 AM – Urban Nature Walk Returns to Okra Abbey10 AM-12 noon – Volunteer & Gardening Projects\nShowing love for the Sidewalks Gardens and Forests of New Orleans\, providing us with serenity\, shade and sensory delights.Urban Nature Walks: a guided opportunity for awareness and connection with nature in an urban setting.\nOkra Abbey’s entrance gates are on Hickory Street and Eagle Steet and our community refrigerator faces Hickory Street. Okra Abbey is located on New Orleans Public School Property and the school’s address is 1800 Monroe St. Please be advised that Hickory Street is currently closed for road repairs and you may need to park a block or two away from the garden.\nWe will learn about the connections between the garden beds and the food we eat at the community table with Okra Abbey’s Lead Gardener Billie Golan. We will connect with neighbors and grow community while we work on growing fresh and nutritious food.\nPlease contact okraabbey@gmail.com if you can donate coffee supplies\, snacks\, seeds\, or starts! Please contact nolasidewalkgardensandforests@gmail.com with questions about the urban nature walk.
URL:https://www.lnps.org/event/okra-abbey-community-day-nola/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250209T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250209T160000
DTSTAMP:20250209T005556Z
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UID:25622-1739109600-1739116800@www.lnps.org
SUMMARY:Twigs\, Buds and Blooms - St. Martinville
DESCRIPTION:Join our favorite tree guy\, Jim Foret\, for an afternoon walk at Cade Farm\, UL Lafayette’s experimental farm. We’ll celebrate Arbor Day with a casual stroll through the mature woods to learn about tree ID in winter using twigs\, bark and buds. Jim retired recently from UL Lafayette’s School of Geosciences\, where he taught native plant and plant science classes. Meet at 2pm at the Welcome Center parking lot (building is closed). Wear boots or footwear you don’t mind getting muddy. All ages \n1234 W.J. Bernard Rd. St. Martinville\, LA 70582
URL:https://www.lnps.org/event/twigs-buds-and-blooms-st-martinville/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250213T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250213T180000
DTSTAMP:20250209T003125Z
CREATED:20250209T003125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250209T003125Z
UID:25617-1739464200-1739469600@www.lnps.org
SUMMARY:Native Plant Giveaway - NOLA
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URL:https://www.lnps.org/event/native-plant-giveaway-nola/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250214
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250217
DTSTAMP:20250211T104334Z
CREATED:20241009T193846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T104334Z
UID:25395-1739491200-1739750399@www.lnps.org
SUMMARY:LNPS Annual Conference - Acadian Baptist Center
DESCRIPTION:The 2025 Louisiana Native Plant Conference will be held Feb 14th-16th at the Acadian Baptist Center located near Eunice\, La.   This venue has several options for lodging (including RV parking and camping)\, along with walking trails with lots of natives plants!   The conference format will be similar to those of the past with great speakers Friday evening and Saturday\, native plant trivia\, and the plant auction.  As this location has native plants of interest\, there will be time allotted within the schedule for guided walks.   There is also plenty of space where exhibitors and vendors will display and sell their wares.   Field trips in the vicinity will be offered for Friday afternoon and Sunday with a Prescribed Burn demo scheduled fro Friday afternoon (weather permitting).   We encourage participants to support LNPS by being a member\, but it is not required in order to attend the conference. There is a $25 conference fee for all attendees. \nConference agenda:  https://www.lnps.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/LNPS-2025-Agenda.pdf \nConference registration: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/b3aa5499-042b-4e62-ac2d-19fc4b8562bb \nGo to https://www.lnps.org/ for complete information. \n \n 
URL:https://www.lnps.org/event/lnps-annual-conference-acadian-baptist-center/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250215T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250215T130000
DTSTAMP:20250209T000911Z
CREATED:20250209T000911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250209T000911Z
UID:25615-1739606400-1739624400@www.lnps.org
SUMMARY:Arbor Day Native Plant Sale - Clinton MS
DESCRIPTION:Plant Sale – Trees and Shrubs\n\n\n\n\nSaturday\, February 15\, 8:00 am – 1:00 pm\n617 Dunton Road\nClinton\, MS  39056\n\nCome out to our Plant Sale that is timed with Arbor Day: a celebration of tree planting. Arbor Day is set regionally to coincide with the best time to plant trees/shrubs in your area.
URL:https://www.lnps.org/event/arbor-day-native-plant-sale-clinton-ms/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250215T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250215T120000
DTSTAMP:20250209T014405Z
CREATED:20250209T014405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250209T014405Z
UID:25633-1739610000-1739620800@www.lnps.org
SUMMARY:Arbor Day Plant Sale - Picayune MS
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Mississippi Arbor Day! Winter is a great time to plant trees and woody shrubs\, so come out early for the best selection\, and choose from a variety of species for your early planting projects. Pearl River County Master Gardeners and other experts will be on hand to help you select the right plant for the right place on your property. Free admission to the Plant Sale.Use Arboretum Service Entrance and follow signage. Sale will take place on our loop drive behind the Visitor Center. \n370 Ridge Road \nPicayune\, MS 39466 \nPhone: 601-799-2311
URL:https://www.lnps.org/event/arbor-day-plant-sale-picayune-ms/
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