Our mission
To conserve native species in the Upper Gallatin Watershed through education, habitat restoration, and collaborative land stewardship.
Our vision
Functional and healthy ecosystems sustained by an informed and engaged community.
Our Story
Grow Wild began in 2004, when two local fishermen noticed spotted knapweed overtaking Gallatin Canyon and decided to act. Since then, we have been a proactive force in combating the ecological threat of invasive species throughout the Gallatin Watershed.
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But our mission goes far beyond invasive species management. We conserve native plants and promote biodiversity through the creation and care of native and pollinator demonstration gardens. We enhance wildlife habitat through on-the-ground noxious weed management and collaborative research with Montana State University and the Natural Resources Conservation Service.
We empower landowners to become responsible stewards of the land and bring communities together through hands-on restoration at local weed pulls. We promote clean recreation practices, helping outdoor enthusiasts understand their impact on the land—and what they can do to protect it.
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Our education trailer travels far and wide, inspiring and informing people of all ages about the importance of healthy, resilient ecosystems. We educate youth to become champions of conservation, equipping them with the knowledge and confidence to advocate for sustainable landscapes and a thriving future.
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After 20 years of protecting Montana’s wildlands, we remain driven by the same inspiration that sparked our work from the start: cultivating native plants, fostering a community of responsible land stewards, and expanding our positive impact on the critical habitats that surround us.
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It’s all connected—from bluebunch wheatgrass to bighorn sheep, from quiet trails to crowded lakes. Together, we conserve the landscapes we all love.
