Explore with the chapter
Our field trips introduce participants to native plants and natural communities across Northwest Florida and nearby areas. Trips are normally held on the last Saturday of each month except December and January, but dates and destinations are subject to change.
Final trip announcements include the exact meeting point, start time, RSVP instructions, difficulty, expected duration, weather plan, what to wear and bring, and botanical highlights. Contact fnps.longleaf.pine@gmail.com before attending if you have not received the final announcement.
Upcoming meetings and outreach
August chapter meeting
Thursday, August 13 · 5:45–7:30 p.m.
Pensacola MESS Hall and online
Recent herbarium entries, a short chapter business meeting, and a recording from the recent Florida Native Plant Society Annual Meeting. Contact the chapter for Zoom details.
Panhandle Landowners Assistance Expo
Planned: Saturday, August 22
Walton County Fairgrounds
Chapter participation is on the 2026 outreach schedule. Time, booth details, and volunteer information are coming.
September chapter meeting
Planned: Thursday, September 10 · 5:45–7:30 p.m.
Pensacola MESS Hall and online
James Furman, U.S. Forest Service liaison for the Department of Defense, is scheduled to present “The Art, Science, & Practice of Prescribed Fire.” Final program details are coming.
Palafox Market
Planned: Saturday, September 12
Visit the Longleaf Pine Chapter for native-plant information and conversation. Hours and booth details are coming.
Planned field trips
South Shoreline Trails
Planned: Saturday, August 29
The exact meeting location, start time, leader, RSVP instructions, difficulty, and weather plan will be posted after confirmation.
Patriot Park/Shoal River
Planned: Saturday, September 26 · Okaloosa County
Rob Fennick is listed with this trip. The exact location, leader details, start time, RSVP instructions, and difficulty will be posted after confirmation.
October and November
- October 8: no regular meeting; the MESS Hall is unavailable.
- October 10: planned Palafox Market outreach.
- October 17: possible Emerald Coast Fall Native Plant Fair; not yet confirmed.
- October 31: planned Escribano Point field trip.
- November 28: planned Garcon Point Wildlife Management Area field trip.
Trip preparation
- Bring plenty of water and snacks.
- Wear weather-appropriate clothing and closed-toe walking or hiking shoes.
- Bring sunscreen, a hat, and insect protection.
- Expect some trips to include wet, uneven, or unpaved terrain.
- Check email for a weather cancellation or destination change before leaving.
