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About Us

Driven by our values and mission.

We are purpose-driven ecologists and environmentalists. We’ve dedicated our lives to our mission and have been getting our hands dirty for decades doing the work. Here are our core values, our guiding lights and north stars that keep us on track to accomplish our purpose.

Photo Credit: Wendy Caldwell/Monarch Joint Venture


We exist to heal the earth.

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Our Core Values

Passion: We are inspired, and strive to inspire others, with our purpose of healing the Earth. We will have a profoundly positive impact on our world, leaving it a better, healthier place for future generations.

Grit: We are not afraid to roll up our sleeves to get the job done, working to perform our craft no matter the challenges, obstacles or difficulties.

Craftsmanship: Our culture is founded on exceptional craftsmanship. MNL’s team is determined to constantly develop our expertise, expand our knowledge, and hold ourselves to the highest possible standards.

Innovation: Every day we write the book! We approach each opportunity with an eagerness to discover innovative and imaginative solutions.

Positivity: Positive attitudes inspire productive and successful outcomes. Our positivity naturally attracts others to join MNL’s Earth-changing Mission.

Ready to work.

MNL’s full line-up of large and diverse tools and equipment, along with our team of expert operators, provides the means to achieve successful solutions – large and small.

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Mission Partners

Together we can accomplish anything.

MNL’s mission is to Heal the Earth and like-minded organizations and individuals are becoming MNL Mission Partners – joining our pursuit to positively impact the Earth. Interested in learning more?

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Want to host your own Native Plant Sale?

We’ll bring our plants to you.


While MNL does not have a retail store, each summer we partner with municipalities, private businesses, non-profit organizations, and community groups to host plant sales and pollinator events to share our love of native plants.

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Resource Library

Project Planning – How-to Seed and Plant your project


Are you considering starting a new space with local origin native seed or plants?! Or converting an existing garden or open space? We know getting started can be the hardest part! MNL’s team has put together a library of resources and articles to help you complete a successful project!