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Native Plant Society of Saskatchewan The NPSS promotes understanding and conservation of native plants and their ecosystems by facilitating communication, research, and education in SK.

It’s that time of year again, time to renew your NPSS membership! Whether you're a long-time supporter or considering jo...
10/20/2026

It’s that time of year again, time to renew your NPSS membership! Whether you're a long-time supporter or considering joining for the first time, now is the perfect moment to get involved!

You don't have to be a botanist from Saskatchewan to join. We have members from across Canada with a diverse array of interests, but a common belief that native plants are an irreplaceable natural treasure.

Why become a member?
🌿Your membership perks include a subscription to Roots, our quarterly newsletter, and reduced rates for conferences, workshops, and merchandise.
🌿Your membership fees help us host workshops and conferences, deliver conservation and education programs, participate in trade shows, and support the many other activities of the NPSS.

Renew your membership or become a new member: https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/memberships-native-plant-society-of-saskatchewan

News from the field: 2026 finale, we have wrapped up our field season! 🌸🪏For the past month, we've been working on Gains...
10/11/2026

News from the field: 2026 finale, we have wrapped up our field season! 🌸🪏

For the past month, we've been working on Gainsborough Creek near Bellegarde, SK, monitoring and removing the invasive flowering rush (Butomus umbellatus). This infestation was discovered in 2023, and this year we surveyed and managed the species along approximately 17 km of the creek.

The site clearly demonstrates how aggressively flowering rush can dominate aquatic ecosystems, as the vegetation is now predominantly composed of this invasive plant. It forms dense monoculture stands both along shorelines and beneath the water's surface.

10/07/2026

We are having a photo contest! Send us your favourite photos of mushrooms that you have take in SK and you may get featured in our calendar! Winners will get a free calendar and all proceeds go toward event programming, educational opportunities and our own provincial fungi DNA sequencing project!

Submit your entries by Friday OCT 30 at 6pm to saskmycology.ca. Please include your full name, the location of each photo and an approximate location in SK the photo was taken. All photos entries must be of fungi in Saskatchewan please!

Fall is for Planting! 🍂 Did you know that mid-October is the perfect time to plant native seeds and transplant native sh...
10/04/2026

Fall is for Planting! 🍂 Did you know that mid-October is the perfect time to plant native seeds and transplant native shrubs and trees!

🌿Why now? For seeds, cooler temperatures help them settle in naturally, mimicking the conditions they’d experience in the wild. For shrubs and trees, planting now will help reduce transplant shock.

🌿What to watch for before planting: Consistent soil temperatures of 5°C or lower, which usually means freezing air temps at night. Soil cools more slowly than air, so keep an eye on those overnight lows!

Planting now gives your native plants a head start for spring. Let nature do the work over winter!

News from the field: In mid August our field crew spent a few days surveying Cutarm Creek (near Esterhazy) for the invas...
09/27/2026

News from the field: In mid August our field crew spent a few days surveying Cutarm Creek (near Esterhazy) for the invasive plant flowering rush (Butomus umbellatus). They kayaked about 40km manually removing plants 🌸

This is the third year the crew has kayaked this route, trying to prevent the downstream spread of this invasive species. While surveying they spotted many northern leopard frogs, a few western painted turtles and came across an exciting find, broad-leaved pondweed (Potamogeton amplifolius), which is extremely rare (S1).

09/23/2026

Join us for our Annual General Meeting!

We invite you to attend our AGM on November 15, from 1:00 to 4:00 pm, online.

To attend or learn more, please email [email protected]

🍁 Happy Fall 🍁Nature is changing all around us, showing off all the different colours and textures it has to offer. What...
09/22/2026

🍁 Happy Fall 🍁

Nature is changing all around us, showing off all the different colours and textures it has to offer. What native plant species do you like to observe at this time of year? Share in the comments below!

📸 Pictured here: paper birch (Betula papyrifera), red osier dogwood (Cornus sericea), trembling aspen (Populus tremuloides), little bluestem (Schizachyrium scoparium).

09/22/2026

The Transboundary Grasslands Partnership is hosting its 2026 Annual Workshop from October 20th to 21st in Maple Creek! This event brings together ranchers, conservation practitioners, researchers, and Indigenous partners to share practical approaches to conserving native prairie across the Prairie Provinces and Montana.

Learn more and register here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/2026-transboundary-grassland-partnership-workshop?fbclid=IwY2xjawUXm-9wZG9mBWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMTBRbGxKT3UxMnFnVG5oTFNzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeELj9koLfHHpu0T4jqmE2QnnRLcRyy7kBAlcVZGcmn8IU0I5LrKdEaRTcQ10_aem_ALfdIOPhK6F71V_25IsC2Q

News from the field: In early August our field crew spent 8 days surveying two Rare Plants and Ranchers (RPR) properties...
09/15/2026

News from the field: In early August our field crew spent 8 days surveying two Rare Plants and Ranchers (RPR) properties near Moose Jaw for hairy prairie clover (Dalea villosa; S2).

This will wrap up RPR for the 2026 season and we successfully found lots of hairy prairie clover still in flower! We also came across two provincially rare species, Schweinitz's flatsedge (Cyperus schweinitzii) and flat-topped broomrape (Aphyllon corymbosum).

Learn more about our RPR program: https://www.npss.sk.ca/news-and-events/projects/8

09/09/2026

This mushroom foray will focus on mushroom identification in Saskatchewan. Join experts on a group hike & learn to identify mushrooms!
2026 SMWG September Foray
Event Location: Eb’s Trails, SK
Forays may be postponed if the scouting team does not find fungi, or if conditions are poor.
Come join us for a fun-filled day at SMWG September Foray event! We’ll be gathering at the beautiful Eb’s Trails for a day of wild mushroom hunting, networking, and good vibes.
Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out, this event is perfect for anyone looking to connect with like-minded individuals in a relaxed setting.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to enjoy the great outdoors and make new friends. See you there! Please register at saskmycology.ca (link in bio)

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