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October 2025

Oct
15

Gibson Woods chapter Board Meeting Members Only

Wednesday, October 15th, 2025
to (Central Time)
Online/Virtual

Members Only Limited Access Recording Registration Required Free Event Chapter Board Meeting

Greenhouse, Plant Sale, End of Year, and Election review & planning.

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Oct
16

Free Webinar: "Next Steps for Nature" with Doug Tallamy

Hosted by Wild Ones National
Thursday, October 16th, 2025
to (Central Time)
Online/Virtual

Public Welcome Recording Available Free Event Program/Speaker Presentation

Even after reading books and attending talks, many still have pressing questions about ecological landscaping. In this talk, Tallamy addresses common concerns on biodiversity, invasive species, native plants, and conservation strategies, providing practical guidance and motivation to restore nature in everyday spaces. 

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November 2025

Nov
1

Dragonflies of Lake County, IN

Saturday, November 1st, 2025
to (Central Time)
Gibson Woods, 6201 Parrish Ave, Hammond, IN, 46323 Map
Live Stream Available

Public Welcome Limited Access Recording Registration Required Free Event Program/Speaker Presentation Public Restroom Free Public Parking

What is a dragonfly and are there different kinds of dragonflies? This program will answer these questions and more. Come and find out how many different types of dragonflies can be found at the Lake County Parks in Indiana.

Loyce Fandrei has been a part-time employee with Lake County Parks and Recreation for 10 years and is a retired Biology Teacher. She loves dragonflies and has traveled around Lake County searching for the variety of species that can be found in our area.

Please RSVP if you’d like to attend any portion of this day's activities in person.

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Members who want to attend the Member Meeting via Zoom, please register below.

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Nov
5

Gibson Woods Chapter Board Meeting Members Only

Wednesday, November 5th, 2025
to (Central Time)
Online/Virtual

Members Only Chapter Board Meeting

Election Nominations due! Other subjects TBD

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Nov
20

Free Webinar: "Living in the Liberated Landscape" with Larry Weaner

Hosted by Wild Ones National
Thursday, November 20th, 2025
to (Central Time)
Online/Virtual

Public Welcome Recording Available Free Event Program/Speaker Presentation

Details coming soon! 

December 2025

Dec
9

Free Workshop: "Turn That Patch Into a Plan" with Zoe & Heather Evans

Hosted by Wild Ones National
Tuesday, December 9th, 2025
to (Central Time)
Online/Virtual

Public Welcome Recording Available Free Event Program/Speaker Presentation

Designing with native plants isn’t just about what you grow, it’s about how you shape your space. In this hands-on workshop, Zoe Evans (Plan it Wild) and Heather Evans (Design Your Wild) guide you through the process of creating a cohesive yard plan that supports both your lifestyle and biodiversity.

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January 2026

Jan
21

Free National Webinar- January 2026

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

Public Welcome Recording Available Free Event Program/Speaker Presentation

Details coming soon! 

February 2026

Feb
18

Special Benefit Webinar with Richard Louv

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

Paid Event Public Welcome Limited Access Recording Program/Speaker Presentation

Details coming soon! This will be a paid webinar with all proceeds supporting the Seeds for Education Program. 

March 2026

Mar
18

Free National Webinar- March 2026

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

Public Welcome Recording Available Free Event Program/Speaker Presentation

Details coming soon! 

September 2026

Sep
16

Free National Webinar- September 2026

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

Public Welcome Recording Available Free Event Program/Speaker Presentation

Details coming soon! 

October 2026

Oct
21

Free National Webinar- October 2026

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

Public Welcome Recording Available Free Event Program/Speaker Presentation

Details coming soon! 

November 2026

Nov
18

Free National Webinar- November 2026

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

Public Welcome Recording Available Free Event Program/Speaker Presentation

Details coming soon!