MNPS 2026 Annual Conference: Diverse Landscapes of Maryland’s Piedmont and Western Shore

Start
09/12/2026
End
09/13/2026
Schedule
3 sessions
#1.
09/12/2026, 9:00 AM 5:00 PM (EDT)
#2.
09/12/2026, 5:00 PM 9:00 PM (EDT)
#3.
09/13/2026, 9:00 AM 3:00 PM (EDT)
Location
University of Maryland, College Park (Prince Georges)
Spaces left
290
Registered
10 registrants

Registration

(depends on selected options)

Base fee:

a. Members – $100.00
Log in to register as a member
b. Member of Another Plant Society – $100.00
c. Certification Attendee (CEUs) – $100.00
d. Non-members – $130.00
e. Staff – $50.00
University of Maryland or Extension Service staff
f. Committee
Email Karyn Molines conference@mdflora.org for registration code.
g. Speakers & Field Trip Leaders
Please contact Karyn Molines conference@mdflora.org for registration code.
h. Sedge Sponsor Level – $250.00
One complimentary registration, logo on slides/web, materials provided to attendees.
i. Spicebush Sponsor Level – $500.00
Two registrations, banner at registration, logo on slides/web, and promotional materials distributed to all conference attendees.
i. White Oak Sponsor Level – $1,000.00
Five registrations, tabling, banner at registration, logo on slides/web, and materials distributed to all attendees.

Registration will be required, registration will open on June 30

The Maryland Native Plant Society's fall conference features speakers and field trips to learn more about our native plants and their habitats. Discover the unique landscapes of Maryland’s Piedmont and Western Coastal Plain from globally rare ecosystems such as magnolia bogs to the resilient and prevalent oak-hickory forests.

Due to the holidays in September (Labor Day, Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur) and several large events at the venue, it was especially difficult to select a date for our annual conference this year. We recognize some members of our community may not be able to join us on the dates we chose and for this we are truly sorry. MNPS treasures our diverse community and wishes to welcome everyone as we explore and celebrate native plants and their habitats. Thank you for understanding and let us know how we can include you in the future.
Sincerely,
The MNPS Conference Planning Committee

Speakers and workshops details coming soon. All who register will be sent information about field trips in late July.

What’s Happening

Day 1 | Saturday, September 12

Presentations by distinguished speakers
Field trips and workshops, on or relatively near campus
Poster session and reception
Native plant sale (open 10 AM - 2 PM, public welcome)

Saturday, September 12 Evening presentation and dinner

Day 2 | Sunday, September 13

Field trips across Maryland

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PO Box 4877, Silver Spring, MD 20914
MNPS is a registered 501(c)(3) charitable organization incorporated in Maryland.