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The California Native Plant Society (CNPS) is a non-profit organization dedicated to the understanding and appreciation of California's native plants and to conserve them and their natural habitats through education, science, advocacy, horticulture and land stewardship.

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Calendar 2012
April 15 Field Trip: Harford Springs Reserve
April 1 Field Trip: Whitewater Canyon Preserve
Mar 30 - Apr 1 Botanical Illustration Weekend Field Workshop
March 29 Chapter Meeting - Presentation: Harvesting Seed and Propagating Natives from the Riverside and San Bernardino Regions: the "Wild California" Experience

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Encelia farinosa, Sycamore Canyon Park, Riverside


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Granite Mountains

Joshua Tree NP

Joshua Tree NP


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