Events

A fun exploration of seeds and fruits found in the garden for flowers, shrubs and trees. We have flower seeds & pods, shrub fruits and tree nuts to look at, feel and learn to associate with our garden plants.

Tots in the Front Yard family garden walks will be led by Master Gardener volunteer Deb Pence and other volunteer community garden enthusiasts in the Leonardtown Library’s “Front Yard Garden.” Activities and guided walks are developed for 3–6 year-olds, but the whole family is welcome to join in the explorations. Children must be accompanied by an adult, and parents should note there will most likely be exposure to nuts, seeds and other plant parts as well as a variety of pollinators, so please be advised for potential allergens.

Registration is requested but drop-ins will be welcome. Walks will be approximately 30-40 minutes and loosely scheduled for 10:00 a.m., 10:45 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.

Upcoming Walk Themes:

Saturday November 14, 2026: Sleepy Seeds in the Front Yard - A Fun exploration of seeds and fruits found in the garden for flowers, shrubs and trees. We have flower seeds & pods, shrub fruits and tree nuts to look at, feel and learn to associate with our garden plants.

AGE GROUP: | Upper Elementary | Toddler | Preschool | Lower Elementary | Baby |

Join us for our annual chapter meeting.

Our annual meeting agenda will include - annual Board of Directors election results, membership report, financial report, and a summary of our year’s activities, including public outreach, habitat impact, education, advocacy, and collaborations. We also hope to share a preview of our “Year in Review” video.

Registration is required in advance for this meeting. To register, visit:
https://wildones-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/pPWPh0rpRtmzvNuRVc0MVA

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Planting native species is an important step toward creating habitat, but how can you tell what’s working, what’s missing, and where to focus your efforts next?

Join Wild Ones and Wildr Places for The Habitat Check-up, a free webinar exploring a practical, science-informed approach to evaluating your home landscape. Presenter Zoe Evans will introduce five key areas to consider when assessing habitat and share how thoughtful observations can help guide your next steps.

Whether you’re just getting started with native plants or have been gardening for years, this webinar will help you look at your landscape through a new lens.

Join us for a Holiday Pop-Up Thrift Store at Thomas Stone High School on Sunday, December 6, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Shop our unique collection of gently used gardening, nature, and holiday items and meet other chapter members. Help reduce, reuse, and recycle while supporting native plants, insects, birds, and other wildlife. All proceeds from the Pop-Up Thrift Store will benefit Wild Ones Chesapeake Bay programs that promote native plants and natural landscapes thriving in every community!

Our Pop-Up Thrift Store is being held in partnership with the annual Holiday Craft Fair at Thomas Stone High School, a decades old tradition in Charles County. Shoppers can browse a wide variety of crafts and gifts from over 100 vendors while supporting local makers and conservation efforts. Sponsored this year by the Southern Maryland Audubon Society, the festive event will also feature a new “Where the Wild Things Are” corridor of local nonprofit environmental and conservation organizations whose missions support healthy local ecosystems. Participating organizations with educational outreach tables include Southern Maryland Audubon Society, Wild Ones Chesapeake Bay, Port Tobacco River Conservancy, and the College of Southern Maryland Seed Library. Come out and learn about their work and ways to get involved.

No yard required. Learn how native plants can turn patios, balconies, containers, and other small spaces into meaningful habitat for pollinators and other wildlife. This practical panel will cover plant selection, container design, seasonal care, and realistic ways to support biodiversity in limited spaces.

Registration link coming soon.

Birds depend on healthy, connected habitats for food, shelter, nesting, and migration support. Join experts from the Cornell Lab of Ornithology to explore how native plants and thoughtful landscape choices can support birdlife at home. Learn how gardens, yards, and community spaces can provide the insects, seeds, berries, cover, and habitat structure birds need throughout the year.

Registration link coming soon. 

Monarch butterflies depend on a network of habitats stretching across North America, and home landscapes can play an important role in their survival. Join experts from Monarch Joint Venture to explore the science behind monarch conservation, including the importance of milkweed, nectar resources, and regionally appropriate habitat. Learn practical ways to support monarchs through native landscaping and help sustain one of the world's most remarkable migrations.
 

Registration link coming soon.