NPM Program
Participants in Native Plant Master courses learn identification, ecology and human uses of selected Colorado plants emphasizing sustainable landscaping and invasive weeds.
NPM Program Guidelines TRA 2026
Courses for 2026 have been announced. Course start dates are dependent on local conditions.
Registration will open on February 9, 2026 at 8 AM. Register at Eventbrite.
Native Plant Master Courses PDF
Colorado National Monument
Course Dates: Thursdays, April 9, 16, 23, 2026
Time: 9am-1:00pm
Register for Colorado National Monument
Black Canyon of the Gunnison
Course Dates: Wednesdays, May 6, 13, 20, 2026
Time: 9am-1pm
Register for Black Canyon of the Gunnison
Grand Mesa
Course Dates: Wednesdays, June 17, 24, and July 1, 2026
Time 9am-1pm
Additional Native Plant Classes
Note: The following classes do not count toward the Native Plant Master Certificate.
Grasses
June 3, 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
June 4, 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Please contact our office with questions: 970-244-1834
Watch this short video explaining the Native Plant Master Program!