Explore the native around you

Wow, my titles seem so misleading sometimes.  I actually don't mean that you should get in touch with your "inner self" or go streaking naked through your local mall. I was meaning that most communities have a Native Plant Society and they are often worth exploring.


Ours, the Kaua`i Native Plant Society, just had an outing last Saturday that was out of this world fun and enriching. We got to visit a project on the south side that is growing over 90 species of plants "inter-situ". After a few hours of removing weeds from a scenic restoration site, we then got to tour the Maka`uwahi Cave, the famous "sink hole" at Maha`ulepu. It was a fantastic day; educational, enriching, and just plain fun (here are pictures of the event).


Get out there and see if there is a Native Plant Society near you!