“Feed Your Ecosystem” Native Plant Celebration (SF)

Submitted by the Event Organizer

The California Native Plant Society (CNPS) and the Randall Museum are delighted to announce the “Feed Your Ecosystem” Native Plant Celebration, a community event dedicated to promoting the importance of native plants in sustaining and nourishing local ecosystems. This event is scheduled to take place on January 13,2024, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm at the Randall Museum, and it is free and open to the public.

Highlights of the Event:

• Free Native Plant Seeds: Attendees will have the opportunity to receive free native plant seeds to kickstart their own ecosystem-friendly gardens. Seeds will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis, so be sure to arrive early.
• Demonstrations and Activities: Explore the fascinating world of native plants and their role in supporting local ecosystems. Engage in hands-on activities and informative demonstrations throughout the day, highlighting how native plants contribute to pollinator support, insect pest reduction, and the cultivation of healthy soil through fungi and microbes.

Activity Schedule:

• 10:30 am – Weed and Seed the Hill: Participate in a hands-on activity focused on weed management and seed planting to enhance the hillside with native flora.
• 11:00 am – Bird Walk – Plants for Birds with Dominik Mosur: Join Dominik Mosur for an insightful bird walk, discovering the connection between native plants and creating a welcoming habitat for birds.
• 12:00 pm – Bioblitz the Hill with Bob Hall: Explore the biodiversity of the hillside through a bioblitz led by expert naturalist Bob Hall.
• 12:00 pm – Native Bouquet Workshop with Cathy Lewis: Learn the art of creating beautiful bouquets using native plants under the guidance of Cathy Lewis.
• 1:00 pm – Presentation by Susan Karasoff: Attend Susan Karasoff’s presentation titled “Gardening to Feed Your Butterflies and Caterpillars,” focusing on creating a garden that nurtures these essential pollinators.

Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.