If you understand the excitement of seeing native plant species tucked in flower beds or penetrating the smallest cracks in the seas of concrete in Brooklyn or Manhattan, this group is for you. Gardeners, biologists, permaculturists, plant enthusiasts, tree lovers, etc. This seems like a small niche when I try to meet people in real life, lets see who is out there on Meetup!

This Meetup Group is for people with an interest in all-things-science to get together, and not just on Saturdays. Maybe you often find yourself starting to tell a science-related story at a party, only to trail off awkwardly when you realize that you're not as clear on the details as you thought. Or your friends are hinting that they'd really rather not hear about Planet Earth anymore. Quite possibly, while others reminisce about Saturday morning cartoons, you fondly recall watching Mr. Wizar …

The Friday Field Group a mix of amateur and professional plant lovers devoted to the natural history and identification of plants. We use Newcomb’s Wildflower Guide and other keys to identify plants at various sites around the Capital District. We also include a few trips that delve into other aspects of natural history. The trips do not have an official leader or sign-up but if you have questions call the contact listed for that trip. All trips begin at 5:30 PM and end at dusk. If severe weathe …