Founded in 1979, the Emerald Chapter of NPSO has a long history of active involvement in the study, education, and conservation of our region’s native flora. Our Chapter encompasses the diverse plant habitats in and nearby Lane County; from the Pacific Ocean coastal estuaries and dunes; through the Coast Range forest and streams; across the Willamette Valley prairies and wetlands; and up and into the lava fields and alpine crests of the Cascades. To find out about upcoming programs and field trips, have a look at our Events page. To learn more about our mission, history, and activities including our stewardship and education work, use the menu to the left (or the hamburger menu on smartphones) to view the About Us page and the other pages available on our site.