Events

Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall  Kimmerer

Covering different methods of starting native plants from seeds and hardwood cuttings.  Presented by Sam Dublo.

Sam is a student at Lewis and Clark Community College transferring to SIUE majoring in Ecology, Evolution, and Conservation. He is an amateur botanist and owner of Sam’s Native Nursery and Restoration services where he grows and sells over 150 species of local ecotype native plants.

In this special collaboration, Robin Wall Kimmerer, author, botanist, and founder of Plant Baby Plant, joins youth leader and Nurture Natives founder Esther Bonney for an intergenerational conversation about belonging, reciprocity, and native plant action. 

Together, they will explore questions such as:

How do we create opportunities for young people to have a voice and feel empowered, even when they are not homeowners or decision makers?What kinds of relationships and mentorships help people stay engaged in native plant work over decades?Why do stories, shared practices, and community invitations matter just as much as plant lists?

Robin and Esther will reflect on what invites people into this work, what keeps them here, and what elders and youth have to teach each other.

Join us at Wild Things 2026 for an exciting lineup of workshops, presentations, and sessions from regional and national experts, plus meet & greets, video content, exhibitors, sponsors, and more! 

Does dreaming of spring wildflowers get you through the cold dark winter? Get ready for the warmer weather and growing season by learning to recognize and appreciate the early spring wildflowers of the St. Louis area in their natural habitats. We’ll cover identification and interesting facts about these spring bloomers. No matter how long the winter, spring is sure to follow, so be ready to enjoy the flowers when it arrives.

Details coming soon!  

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