Montana Nursery & Landscape Association upcoming events

Family Fun Baseball Night 2026 (June 30, 2026)

Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:35:00 GMT

MNLA Family Fun Night at Dehler Park

We're excited to be host MNLA Family Fun Night again this year! We have reserved the 329 Club Patio at the Billings Mustangs' Dehler Park for Tuesday, June 30th, 2025. Game starts at 6:35 pm.

All MNLA Members and the Billings Chapter attendees are invited to join us. Registration includes:

Tickets to the game (we will have them ready for you, so you don't have to stand in long ticketing lines the day of the game)
A pregame all-you-can-eat buffet including Pepsi products and bottled water, Hamburgers, Hot Dogs, Brats, Salads, and Fruit, served from 5:30-7:00pm
Reserved seating on the 329 Club patio

Family Fun Night is a great time to relax, enjoy some food and a baseball game, and introduce your families to your industry peers. We look forward to seeing you there!

Tickets will not be mailed out prior to the game. Pick up your tickets at our registration table located at the north entrance of Dehler Park. View map here.

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CPP Exam at SUMMER TOUR 2026 (July 23, 2026)

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Prove your plant knowledge!

The next Certified Plant Professional (CPP) Exam will take place on Thursday, July 24th from 1:00 - 5:00 pm, in Kalispell, MT.

Eligible applicants need to apply online by following the link to register, or submit a completed application, documentation of nursery employment and the appropriate fees to the MNLA office by July 15th.

LODGING: A discounted room block will be secured, allowing you to secure lodging if needed. There are a limited number of rooms available at the discounted rate. Book early to secure the discounted rate before the room block fills.

The certification tests are generally given twice a year, in January at the annual Montana Green Expo and in July at the annual Summer Tour. The exam consists of a plant identification test and a written test. The exam is based on the Certification Manual and on practical information gained from employment in the industry, and on identification of the correct genus, species, common name, and cultivar (if appropriate) for each plant.

The ID portion of the exam involves identifying 50 plant samples, and is based upon plants covered in Choosing Trees and Shrubs for Montana Landscapes, by George Evans and Alan Epps, as well as lists of Montana perennials and woody plants. These publications and lists are included in the manual. The second portion of the exam is a 200 question written exam on the principles and practices of virtually all aspects of the nursery industry. A passing grade is 75% for both parts of the exam. Bring at least two sharpened pencils to take the exam. We also recommend that you bring several sheets of scratch paper.

Please see the Education & Certification page on our site for details on eligibility and renewal as well as a number of additional forms and how to order your CPP Manual (a highly recommended book for preparing for the exam). Manuals can be purchased online.

Questions? Contact us.

Billings Chapter 13th Annual Golf Scramble (August 14, 2026)

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Come Golf With the MNLA Billings Chapter!

The 13th Annual MNLA Billings Chapter Golf Scramble is being held at Pryor Creek Golf Course in Billings, MT on August 14th. Format is a 4-Person scramble. Shotgun start at 1:00 pm.

This annual event draws members from all over the state, and is always a great time. Mark your calendars, and get your clubs ready for a fun day on the course. Don't worry if you've got a wicked right hook -- buy a Mulligan (or two) and use it to erase those bad shots! All Mulligan sales benefit our Scholarship Program, so swing away - those bad shots are supporting a good cause!

There will be hole prizes, a Hole-in-One prize for those skilled (or lucky) enough to sink that hole-in-one, and prizes awarded to the top net and gross team scores (Overall winner determined by net score; 80% of team handicap will be used for net score.) Entry fee includes greens fee, golf cart, refreshments & dinner at the clubhouse following the tournament.

Contact the MNLA office for more information, 406.755.3079, or follow the link to register. We look forward to seeing you!

Thank you to our Sponsors!

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Interested in Sponsoring the Golf Scramble?

We have several sponsorship opportunities available. Download our sponsorship form, or contact us (info@plantingmontana.org, or call 406.755.3079) for more information.