ANLD upcoming events

ANLD Monthly Gathering: May 2026 (May 21, 2026)

Fri, 22 May 2026 01:00:00 GMT

For our May meeting, we'll be back at Skyline Tavern where will learn about on-site stormwater program with Rachel Dvorsky of Stormwater Stars. We’ll walk through the native gardens she designed on site, using them as a jumping-off point to discuss practical, design-forward approaches to managing runoff and how thoughtful design can support water quality and habitat. An engaging, real-world look at how you can create more ecologically responsive spaces in your own work.

After the tour, we’ll gather for a brief member meeting to reflect on ANLD 2.0 since the relaunch and open up a conversation on how it can continue to evolve to better serve our members - come share your thoughts and help shape what’s next!

Nature's Best Hope: ANLD Special Event (June 17, 2026)

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 01:00:00 GMT

Join us for an exciting evening of education with New York Times best selling author, acclaimed entomologist, ecologist, and professor Doug Tallamy. Tallamy has revolutionized the way we look at the relationship between plants, insects and birds and why native plants are so important to include in our gardens. He is also one of the founders of Homegrown National Park, promoting habitat restoration and biodiversity of native plants.

Featured local author Kristin Ohlson will speak on Cooperation in Nature, and owner of Arboriculture International Brian French will discuss The Habitat in the Trees and Around the Trees.

A big thank you to Bartlett Tree Care for stepping up to be our Presenting Sponsor for the event. And thank you to our Gold Level Sponsor: Tualatin Soil and Water Conservation District. Thanks to our Silver Level Sponsors as well: Apogee Landscapes, Cornell Farm, D&J Landscape Contractors, Sauvie Island Natives, Treephoria, and Winterbloom Landscaping Cooperative.

ANLD Garden Tour: Dairy Creek Meadows (July 16, 2026)

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Join us for an evening tour of Dairy Creek Meadows, the private garden of Craig Quirk and Larry Neill in North Plains.

This thoughtfully developed property brings together meadow plantings, bog gardens, a greenhouse, and an extensive crevice garden—all set within a cohesive landscape. The site also includes a constructed pond, created by excavating and damming a seasonal creek to hold water on site.

Craig and Larry will lead the tour and share the story behind the garden’s development and plantings. Refreshments will be provided.

Design + Build Team
Design: Laura Crockett, Garden Diva Designs
Lead Landscape Contractor: Alfred Dinsdale
Crevice Garden: Kenton Seth

July ANLD Volunteer Day: Leach Botanical Garden (July 21, 2026)

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Join us for our summer member volunteer day at Leach Botanical Garden! RSVP is required so we know we have enough committed volunteers to make the coordination effort worth their time.