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Find Your Local Chapter
The Illinois Native Plant Society brings together people who share an interest in Illinois’ native plants and natural communities. Explore our regional chapters to learn about the areas they serve, discover local natural areas, and connect with others working to protect our state’s botanical heritage.
Chapters of illinois native plant society
Stay connected with the latest events, discover the beauty of Illinois native plants, and find new ways to get involved in protecting our state’s natural landscapes by finding your chapter below.
Northeast Chapter
Area Served: Counties covered by the chapter.
Natural Areas to Explore: Notable preserves, prairies, woodlands, or other natural areas within the region.
Quad Cities Chapter
Area Served: Counties covered by the chapter.
Natural Areas to Explore: Notable preserves, prairies, woodlands, or other natural areas within the region.
Kankakee Torrent Chapter
Area Served: Counties covered by the chapter.
Natural Areas to Explore: Notable preserves, prairies, woodlands, or other natural areas within the region.
Southern Chapter
Area Served: Counties covered by the chapter.
Natural Areas to Explore: Notable preserves, prairies, woodlands, or other natural areas within the region.
Grand Prairie Chapter
Area Served: Counties covered by the chapter.
Natural Areas to Explore: Notable preserves, prairies, woodlands, or other natural areas within the region.
Forest Glen Chapter
Area Served: Counties covered by the chapter.
Natural Areas to Explore: Notable preserves, prairies, woodlands, or other natural areas within the region.
Central Chapter
Area Served: Counties covered by the chapter.
Natural Areas to Explore: Notable preserves, prairies, woodlands, or other natural areas within the region.
Have Questions About a Chapter?
Want to learn more about a specific chapter or find out how to get in touch? We’re happy to help you connect with your local INPS community.
FIND YOUR CHAPTER
- Northeast (Chicago region)
- Kankakee Torrent (Bourbonnais)
- Quad Cities (Rock Island)
- Grand Prairie (Bloomington/Normal)
- Forest Glen (Westville)
- Central (Springfield
- Southern (Carbondale)
- The Irene Cull Chapter (Peoria) is currently inactive
Interested in starting your own chapter? See Article VII of the INPS bylaws for details on chapter formation. For more information, reach out to contact@illinoisplants.org.
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Events
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Resources
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