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February 2026

Feb
21

Seed Packing Social (Summit Co)

Saturday, February 21st, 2026
to (Eastern Time)
Hudson Library & Historical Society, North Meeting Room, 96 Library St, Hudson, OH, 44236 Map

Public Welcome Family-Friendly Registration Required Free Event Chapter Social Seed Handling Wheelchair Accessible Public Restroom Free Public Parking Drinking Fountains

Please join Wild Ones Greater Cleveland for donuts, coffee and seed packing on February 21st, 2026!

Dozens of species of native perennials have already been harvested and cleaned, awaiting the final packaging for distribution to an increasing number of people eager to landscape with Ohio's own rich flora.

We will fill seed envelopes and label the envelopes while enjoying the companionship of like-minded people. *BONUS* You will leave with sample packets of seeds and a good feeling about your contribution to making native seeds accessible for many individuals across Northeast Ohio!

Coffee, Tea and George’s donuts will be available to all participants! 

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March 2026

Mar
17

WOGC Monthly Chapter Meeting - 2026 (Virtual)

Tuesday, March 17th, 2026
to (Eastern Time)
Online/Virtual

Public Welcome Recording Available Registration Required Free Event Chapter Meeting Program/Speaker Presentation

We invite you to our Wild Ones Greater Cleveland monthly chapter meeting!

Host: TBD
Topic: TBD with TBD
Date/Time: TBD 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

TBD

Agenda
- TBD

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Mar
18

Free National Webinar: Rethinking Horticulture with Real Ecology presented by Joey Santore

Hosted by Wild Ones National
Wednesday, March 18th, 2026
to (Eastern Time)
Online/Virtual

Public Welcome Recording Available Free Event Program/Speaker Presentation

Join Joey Santore, creator of Crime Pays But Botany Doesn’t, for a candid Wild Ones National Webinar examining how inherited garden aesthetics shape native plant landscapes. Drawing on field experience and real ecology, Joey challenges tidy design norms and explores why dense, irregular plant communities are often the most resilient and ecologically sound.

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April 2026

Apr
2

Drink and Design Social (Summit)

Thursday, April 2nd, 2026
to (Eastern Time)
HiHO Brewing Co., 1707 Front St, Cuyahoga Falls, OH, 44221 Map

Public Welcome Free Event Chapter Social Hands-On/How-To Workshop

Join us for our 2nd annual Wild Ones Greater Cleveland Drink and Design!

Collaborate with your fellow Wild Ones and native plant professionals to design your spring garden!

What to expect...

--A brief overview of basic garden design concepts.

--Access to reference materials, plant lists and example native garden plans.

--Opportunities to collaborate with fellow Wild Ones to design your own native garden.

--Native plant professionals will be available to answer questions.Drinks and food will be available for purchase.

What to bring...

--An aerial image of the space you are designing. 

  A satellite view printed from a mapping program works great. 

  A hand-drawn outline to scale also works well.

--Information about how much sun the space gets daily (all day sun. half a day shade, never any sun, etc).

--Information about how dry the soil is (well drained, standing water seasonally, standing water all of the time, etc)

--Information about what kind of materials make up the soil (clay, sand, organic materials, etc.) 

--Any potential issues the site might have (under a black walnut, under a pine tree, heavy clay soil, etc)

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Apr
18

Plant ID Slow Hike: Spring Ephemeral Edition with Portage Park District

Saturday, April 18th, 2026
to (Eastern Time)
Headwaters Trail, 10480 OH-700, Garrettsville, OH, 44231 Map

Public Welcome Family-Friendly Free Event Nature Walk/Hike Free Public Parking

Plant ID Slow Hike

Spring Ephemeral Edition

Join us for a leisurely stroll with Wild Ones Greater Cleveland and Portage Park District as we explore the trails and identify spring wildflowers together. No need to rush; we'll be taking our time to appreciate the beauty around us and identify the flowers we encounter along the way.

Make sure to wear comfortable shoes or boots suitable for walking on trails, rain or shine. Don't forget to bring water and sunscreen if needed. This hike won't be too strenuous; we'll be stopping frequently to admire flowers and practice identification.

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Apr
21

WOGC Monthly Chapter Meeting - 2026 (Virtual)

Tuesday, April 21st, 2026
to (Eastern Time)
Online/Virtual

Public Welcome Recording Available Registration Required Free Event Chapter Meeting Program/Speaker Presentation

We invite you to our Wild Ones Greater Cleveland monthly chapter meeting!

Host: TBD
Topic: TBD with TBD
Date/Time: TBD 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

TBD

Agenda
- TBD

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Apr
25

Plant ID Slow Hike: Spring Ephemeral Edition with Summit Metro Parks

Saturday, April 25th, 2026
to (Eastern Time)
Sand Run Metro Park, Wadsworth Area, Valley Link Trail, 1400 Sand Run Pkwy, Akron, OH, 44313 Map

Public Welcome Family-Friendly Free Event Nature Walk/Hike Free Public Parking

Wild Ones Greater Cleveland’s Ring in Spring series presents:

Plant ID Slow Hike

Spring Ephemeral Edition

Join us for a leisurely stroll with Wild Ones Greater Cleveland and Summit Metro Parks as we explore the trails and identify spring wildflowers together. No need to rush; we'll be taking our time to appreciate the beauty around us and identify the flowers we encounter along the way.

Make sure to wear comfortable shoes or boots suitable for walking on trails, rain or shine. Don't forget to bring water and sunscreen if needed. This hike won't be too strenuous; we'll be stopping frequently to admire flowers and practice identification.

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May 2026

May
9

Cuyahoga Falls Rain Garden Maintenance Day (Summit)

Saturday, May 9th, 2026
to (Eastern Time)
The Rain Garden Reserve, 858 6th St, Cuyahoga Falls, OH, 44221 Map

Public Welcome Family-Friendly Free Event Habitat Installation/Maintenance Free Public Parking

Please join Wild Ones Greater Cleveland and the City of City of Cuyahoga Falls for a garden maintenance day at the Rain Garden Reserve in Cuyahoga Falls!

The Rain Garden Reserve is a 24,000 square foot rain garden that was installed by the City of Cuyahoga Falls after several major floods impacted the area. The Garden was created in conjunction with Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the Ohio Emergency Management Agency (OEMA).

The primary activity will be weeding, but there might also be other light garden chores such as seed collection. All tools will be provided, but bringing a small hand trowel will be useful. Please bring gloves, sun protection and water. Light refreshments will be provided.

The Garden is located between 6th and 7th at 2858 6th St, Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221. Please park at the Lion’s Park Lodge on 641 Silver Lake Avenue. See map

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May
19

WOGC Monthly Chapter Meeting - 2026 (Virtual)

Tuesday, May 19th, 2026
to (Eastern Time)
Online/Virtual

Public Welcome Recording Available Registration Required Free Event Chapter Meeting Program/Speaker Presentation

We invite you to our Wild Ones Greater Cleveland monthly chapter meeting!

Host: TBD
Topic: TBD with TBD
Date/Time: TBD 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

TBD

Agenda
- TBD

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June 2026

Jun
16

WOGC Monthly Chapter Meeting - 2026 (Virtual)

Tuesday, June 16th, 2026
to (Eastern Time)
Online/Virtual

Public Welcome Recording Available Registration Required Free Event Chapter Meeting Program/Speaker Presentation

We invite you to our Wild Ones Greater Cleveland monthly chapter meeting!

Host: TBD
Topic: TBD with TBD
Date/Time: TBD 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

TBD

Agenda
- TBD

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July 2026

Jul
21

WOGC Monthly Chapter Meeting - 2026 (Virtual)

Tuesday, July 21st, 2026
to (Eastern Time)
Online/Virtual

Public Welcome Recording Available Registration Required Free Event Chapter Meeting Program/Speaker Presentation

We invite you to our Wild Ones Greater Cleveland monthly chapter meeting!

Host: TBD
Topic: TBD with TBD
Date/Time: TBD 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

TBD

Agenda
- TBD

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August 2026

Aug
18

WOGC Monthly Chapter Meeting - 2026 (Virtual)

Tuesday, August 18th, 2026
to (Eastern Time)
Online/Virtual

Public Welcome Recording Available Registration Required Free Event Chapter Meeting Program/Speaker Presentation

We invite you to our Wild Ones Greater Cleveland monthly chapter meeting!

Host: TBD
Topic: TBD with TBD
Date/Time: TBD 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

TBD

Agenda
- TBD

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September 2026

Sep
15

WOGC Monthly Chapter Meeting - 2026 (Virtual)

Tuesday, September 15th, 2026
to (Eastern Time)
Online/Virtual

Public Welcome Recording Available Registration Required Free Event Chapter Meeting Program/Speaker Presentation

We invite you to our Wild Ones Greater Cleveland monthly chapter meeting!

Host: TBD
Topic: TBD with TBD
Date/Time: TBD 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

TBD

Agenda
- TBD

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Sep
16

Free National Webinar- September 2026

Hosted by Wild Ones National
Wednesday, September 16th, 2026
to (Eastern Time)
Online/Virtual

Public Welcome Recording Available Free Event Program/Speaker Presentation

Details coming soon! 

October 2026

Oct
20

WOGC Monthly Chapter Meeting - 2026 (Virtual)

Tuesday, October 20th, 2026
to (Eastern Time)
Online/Virtual

Public Welcome Recording Available Registration Required Free Event Chapter Meeting Program/Speaker Presentation

We invite you to our Wild Ones Greater Cleveland monthly chapter meeting!

Host: TBD
Topic: TBD with TBD
Date/Time: TBD 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

TBD

Agenda
- TBD

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Oct
21

Free National Webinar- October 2026

Hosted by Wild Ones National
Wednesday, October 21st, 2026
to (Eastern Time)
Online/Virtual

Public Welcome Recording Available Free Event Program/Speaker Presentation

Details coming soon! 

November 2026

Nov
17

WOGC Monthly Chapter Meeting - 2026 (Virtual)

Tuesday, November 17th, 2026
to (Eastern Time)
Online/Virtual

Public Welcome Recording Available Registration Required Free Event Chapter Meeting Program/Speaker Presentation

We invite you to our Wild Ones Greater Cleveland monthly chapter meeting!

Host: TBD
Topic: TBD with TBD
Date/Time: TBD 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

TBD

Agenda
- TBD

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Nov
18

Free National Webinar- November 2026

Hosted by Wild Ones National
Wednesday, November 18th, 2026
to (Eastern Time)
Online/Virtual

Public Welcome Recording Available Free Event Program/Speaker Presentation

Details coming soon! 

December 2026

Dec
15

WOGC Monthly Chapter Meeting - 2026 (Virtual)

Tuesday, December 15th, 2026
to (Eastern Time)
Online/Virtual

Public Welcome Recording Available Registration Required Free Event Chapter Meeting Program/Speaker Presentation

We invite you to our Wild Ones Greater Cleveland monthly chapter meeting!

Host: TBD
Topic: TBD with TBD
Date/Time: TBD 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

TBD

Agenda
- TBD

Register