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July 2025

Jul
10

Volunteer Day at FT Proctor Park

Thursday, July 10th, 2025
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FT Proctor Park, Utica, NY, 13501 Map

Volunteers Needed Public Welcome Free Event Habitat Installation/Maintenance

Come help keep the North Circle Native Garden at FT Proctor Park weeded to keep space for the native plants and trees to fill in. This garden is the least managed of the gardens at the park. It is now growing vigorously in its fourth year, and it is interesting to see what is thriving depending on the sun, shade, moisture and other micro-conditions. As you walk up to the North Circle, take note of the native plant gardens at the entrances to the park, around the Lily Pond, and at the Peace Garden, all designed by WOMV officer Amy Funkhouser. Bring a weeding tool and gloves. Meet in the parking lot of Rutgers St in Utica. RSVP helpful but not required.  [email protected]

Jul
22

Growing the Native Plant Movement Together

Hosted by Wild Ones National
Tuesday, July 22nd, 2025
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Online/Virtual

Public Welcome Recording Available Free Event Program/Speaker Presentation

The closing event of this year’s Less Lawn More Life Challenge, will be led by Lisa Olsen, Chapter Liaison at Wild Ones. In this webinar, you’ll learn how small, personal actions like planting native species and removing invasives, can ripple outward to inspire neighbors, change policies, and reshape communities. 

During the premiere, native plant experts from Wild Ones and collaborating organizations will be active in the live chat. They’ll be ready to answer questions, share tips, and connect viewers with resources. The live chat will remain open for 30 minutes after the webinar, giving you plenty of time to ask questions and engage. Please note: You must be logged into a YouTube account to participate in the chat. 

The Less Lawn More Life Challenge is a free, 12-week action series designed to help people transform traditional lawns into vibrant, life-supporting native plant habitat. Each week, participants complete a simple challenge like planting a native shrub, removing invasives, or observing pollinators to reimagine their outdoor space and take meaningful steps toward restoring biodiversity at home. 

It’s not too late to get involved. Catch up on the weekly videos and start your rewilding journey today at https://www.lesslawnmorelife.com/ 

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August 2025

Aug
7

Work Party in Clinton

Thursday, August 7th, 2025
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Clinton NY

Volunteers Needed Public Welcome Family-Friendly Free Event Invasive Species Removal

Enjoy a morning in the shade in an old forest while removing Oriental bittersweet on a Clinton property. You’ll also see a large area previously covered with swallow wort that WOMV members have been helping the homeowner remove for the last three years. In good news, the swallow wort patch is now reduced enough that the homeowner can manage it herself.  Rain Date Friday, August 8th. RSVP to [email protected] for exact address.

Aug
23

WOMV Annual Native Plant Sale at the Clinton Art and Music Festival

Saturday, August 23rd, 2025
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Clinton NY

Public Welcome Family-Friendly Free Event Seed/Plant Sale

Save the Date. We will again be offering a variety of native plants for sale, grown by Wild Ginger Native Plant Nursery. 

September 2025

Sep
18

September Wild Ones National Webinar

Hosted by Wild Ones National
Thursday, September 18th, 2025
to (Eastern Time)
Online/Virtual

Public Welcome Recording Available Free Event Program/Speaker Presentation

Details coming soon! 

October 2025

Oct
16

October Wild Ones National Webinar

Hosted by Wild Ones National
Thursday, October 16th, 2025
to (Eastern Time)
Online/Virtual

Public Welcome Recording Available Free Event Program/Speaker Presentation

Details coming soon! 

November 2025

Nov
20

November Wild Ones National Webinar

Hosted by Wild Ones National
Thursday, November 20th, 2025
to (Eastern Time)
Online/Virtual

Public Welcome Recording Available Free Event Program/Speaker Presentation

Details coming soon!