The CNPS is wide-ranging and offers something for everyone interested in plants. Chapters reflect the differing communities and landscapes in various parts of California but all share a common interest in California's native plants. Chapters conduct regular field trips to see interesting plants and plant communities and invite speakers to share their knowledge at monthly meetings.
Many chapters conduct annual native plant sales and wildflower shows.
Chapter members also advocate conservation of sensitive areas and rare plants in their regions. Although legally all are part of one incorporated non-profit organization, chapters have their own officers, manage their finances, and select their own projects according to interests of local members. When you join CNPS , you choose a chapter affiliation, and receive a newsletter from the selected chapter with notices of meetings, field trips, plant sales, work projects, and other events. Many of the CNPS Chapters have their own web pages as well. A variety of the chapter newsletters are also available on the web site in PDF format.