Chinle Cactus & Succulent Society

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We promote knowledge, enjoyment, cultivation, and conservation of cacti and other succulent plants.

11/01/2026

Join Chinle Cactus & Succulent Society for our November meeting featuring speaker Retta Bruegger on “Impacts of aridification to desert landscapes on the Colorado Plateau”. Retta Bruegger works as a range management specialist for CSU Extension in Western Colorado, based out of Grand Junction. She works with ranchers and land managers on grazing issues, rangeland monitoring, virtual fence, drought management and more on the Western Slope.

Date: Thursday, November 12
Meeting location: 536 Ouray Ave in Grand Junction ( at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation)
Doors open at 6 pm.
Meeting 6:30 to 8 pm features guest speaker, meeting announcements, a plant raffle and social time.
Members and guests welcome.

10/02/2026

Don’t miss the Chinle Cactus and Succulent Society October Meeting: “Cheyenne Botanic Gardens: The History and the Plants” with speaker Isaiah Smith. For more info on Isaiah see chinlecactusclub.org. The meeting is October 8th at 6:30 pm in the Unitarian Universalist Congregation at 536 Ouray Ave. Doors open at 6 pm. In addition to the presentation there’s club announcements, usually a plant raffle, light refreshments and fun plant people. Guests are welcome. See you there!

And save the date for the last Garden Party of the year Saturday, October 17.

09/10/2026

Unfortunately Fritz Kollmann is unable to speak Sept. 10. Fortunately Chinle’s own Kenton Seth will present in a sort of choose your own topic depending on audience preference. Based in the Grand Valley Kenton Seth is the co-author of “The Crevice Garden: How to make the perfect home for plants from rocky places” and winner of the Emerging Horticulture Professional Award by the American Horticulture Society.
Y’all when Kenton presents it is always good!
September meeting: Thurs. Sept 10. Doors open at 6 pm. Presentation at 6:30 pm. 536 Ouray Ave. See you there.

09/09/2026

It’s two events this week for Chinle Cactus & Succulent. Members and guests welcome!
1. September Meeting: Thurs. Sept. 10. Doors open at 6 pm. Presentation by Fritz Kollmann (Fritz Kollmann) at 6:30 pm. Meeting location is 536 Ouray Ave in the UU Church. This is going to be a good one!
2. Garden Party: Sat. Sept. 12 at 9 am at the club demo garden aka Don’s Garden. Find it at the CSU Tri River Extension Office, 2775 US-50, Grand Junction, CO 81593. Note the later start time.

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08/31/2026

Please join us Thursday, September 10th at 6:30 PM for “From Zone 4 to Zone 9: A Cactus Lover’s Journey” 🌵❤️ by Fritz Kollmann.

Fritz Kollmann is a Garden Designer, Consultant and Horticulturist based in Salt Lake City specializing in low water landscapes, meadows and culinary gardens. He was a Lead Horticulturist at Red Butte Garden for 12 years and the Garden Supervisor at the Springs Preserve in Las Vegas, NV for 3 years.

He has been designing gardens for 21 years. Currently, he is consulting with the landscape architecture firms, Field Operations and GGN on large civic garden projects in downtown Salt Lake City and will be the Horticulture Director of the Pioneer Trail when construction begins in September.

His work can be seen on Instagram Fritz Kollmann and on the web at westerncultivation.com

Guests are welcome. Club info at chinlecactusclub.org

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08/05/2026

Mark your calendars and plan to attend our next gathering. Club tools are available for use, and snacks are provided. Bring your hat, sunscreen and water. Club members, visitors and guests are all welcome. The garden is located near the Mesa County Fairgrounds, on the north side of the CSU Extension Office at 2775 US‑50 in Grand Junction.

07/14/2026

Show Off Your Pride And Joy

Don’t Miss Show & Tell Night
Thursday, July 16
6:30 PM
Monument Baptist Church, 486 23 Rd

Bring a favorite cactus, succulent or any plant—or just a photo—and share what makes it special! Enjoy an evening of stories, growing tips, and friendly competition as attendees vote for their favorite presentation to win the People’s Choice Trophy.

Road Closure & Detour Notice
⚠️ 23 Road at the church is currently closed. Please follow the posted detour route via Broadway, just past the church. The picnic shelter remains accessible without issue.

Announcement courtesy of Abby Miesen, Newsletter Chair

07/08/2026

When: Saturday, July 11th @ 8am

*Note: The 8am time to beat the heat!*

Garden Chair Bambi says the garden is looking good and this party may not run longer than an hour, TBD.
It’s going to be HOT🥵 so be sure to bring water and and a hat.

Join us monthly from March through October at our club demonstration garden for light planting, clean up, and socializing. Garden parties are open to the public and are a great way to get introduced to cacti and succulent plants. The club has limited extra tools available, but you are encouraged to bring your own.

A full-size schedule can be viewed by visiting our calendar, chinlecactusclub.org

Feel free to visit the garden out front of the Colorado State University Tri River Area Extension: 2775 US-50, Grand Junction, CO, 81503

06/27/2026

Save the dates!
Saturday, July 11 from 8 to 10 am: Garden Party 🌵🎉
Join us monthly from March through October at our club demonstration garden for light planting, clean up, and socializing. Garden parties are open to the public and are a great way to get introduced to cacti and succulent plants. The club has limited extra tools available, but you are encouraged to bring your own. Stout gloves, a hat and water are also encouraged.

Thursday, July 16 at 6 pm: July Meeting: “Cactus and Succulent Show and Tell” 🌵👀
C&SS special event. Bring the most unique, prize-winning piece of your collection to show off to fellow enthusiasts. Share what makes it rare, interesting, or special to you! This event is free and open to the public.

The Show & Tell will take place outdoors at Monument Baptist Church (486 23 Rd, Grand Junction, CO 81507) under cover of their outdoor pavilion. “Doors” open at 6pm. If bringing a plant to show, please arrive at 6pm to allow set up. Visit our calendar for more info.
*Please note that this July meeting will be held on July 16th, one week later than our usual second-Thursday schedule. There will not be a meeting on July 9th.

06/12/2026

Next Gathering: June 20th @ 8am

*Note: 8am time to beat the heat!*

Join us monthly from March through October at our club demonstration garden for light planting, clean up, and socializing. Garden parties are open to the public and are a great way to get introduced to cacti and succulent plants. The club has limited extra tools available, but you are encouraged to bring your own.

A full-size schedule can be viewed by visiting our calendar: chinlecactusclub.org

Feel free to visit the garden out front of the Colorado State University Tri River Area Extension: 2775 US-50, Grand Junction, CO, 81503

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2775 Highway 50
Grand Junction, CO
81503

Website

http://www.chinlecactusclub.org/

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