Are you interested in learning about horticulture, landscape design, native plants, or how to design a floral arrangement? Perhaps you are interested in working on environmental issues or maybe you want to know how to go about planning a nature garden at your child’s school. Becoming a member of a garden club affiliated with the Montana Federation of Garden Clubs, Inc. can help to provide you with the education and experience you seek.
Please contact us to learn how to join a club or how you can start a new garden club in your community. We’ll help you get growing!
Liz Smith, Membership Chairman
(406) 232-7332
What do you do in a Garden Club?
Learn and enjoy
· Gardening – Edibles, Flowers, Trees, Shrubs, Containers, Houseplants
· Flower arranging
· Landscaping
· Conservation
· Nature study
· Make friends and have fun
Activities
· Club programs including DVD’s and knowledgeable speakers from our speakers bureau
· Garden tours
· Plant sales
· Flower shows
· Workshops and professional classes in landscape design, flower arranging and in-depth horticulture
· Volunteer opportunities with youth or special gardeners
· Award recognition
Civic Involvement
· Landscaping improvement projects
· Garden outreach to youth and shut-ins
· Scholarship grants for college students
· Contributions to your local community
· Partnership with the US Forest Service – reforestation and Smokey Bear/Woodsy Owl Poster Contest
· Blue Star Memorial Marker recognition for US Military Personnel
Benefits of Membership
As a member of a garden club which is affiliated with the Montana Federation of Garden Clubs, Inc., you become a member of National Garden Clubs, Inc.
You will receive our publication, Montana Gardens. This publication contains news of the state organization and member clubs, announcements for various seminars, and garden-related information.
You will be a member of your home District which implements the state program on a local level in your area of Montana. A District meeting is held each spring and you will be invited and encouraged to attend to learn and be inspired about garden clubs at work.
The greatest benefit of all will be your education! The opportunities for personal growth and knowledge are endless, as we have something for everyone.
Call or email us to join today! Take the first step in a wonderful journey. We are committed to excellence in the Montana Federation of Garden Clubs and we invite you to share our fun and friendship!
Click here to see our clubs across the state, meeting information, and projects in their community.