The Society, working through its local chapters, seeks to increase understanding of California's native flora and to preserve this rich resource for future generations.
Membership is open to all.
Our members have diverse interests including natural history, botany, ecology, conservation, photography, drawing, hiking, and gardening. Most CNPS activities are organized at the chapter level where the varied interests of the local members directly influence programs and projects. Fun activities include plant sales, field trips, demonstration gardens, and speaker programs. Serious activities include weed bashing, conservation projects, rare plant monitoring, plant community sampling, and educational outreach. Soon, you will be able to join CNPS and give gift memberships through our on-line Bookstore.