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CPP Exam at SUMMER TOUR 2026

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Summer Tour 2026

Start
July 23, 2026
5:00 PM
End
July 24, 2026
5:00 PM
Location
Flathead Valley, MT

Registration

Member - Tour Registration – $150.00
Full registration for an individual from an MNLA Member Firm. Registration includes entrance and bus transportation to each tour site, Welcome Dinner, and Lunch on tour day.
Member - Tour Registration - Early Bird Discount – $100.00
Full registration for an individual from an MNLA Member Firm. Registration includes entrance and bus transportation to each tour site, Welcome Dinner, and Lunch on tour day.
Member - Welcome Dinner Only – $30.00
Can't attend the full tour, but would like to attend the Welcome Dinner the evening before the tour? Use this option to register for dinner only. MNLA members, log-in to your membership account to receive your discount.
Non Member - Welcome Dinner Only – $50.00
This option is for anyone who would like to attend the Welcome Dinner, but is unable to attend the full tour the following day.
Non-member - Tour Registration – $200.00
Full registration for an individual from a Non-Member Firm. (Includes Welcome Dinner the evening before the tour, entrance to the sites and bus transportation and lunch on tour-day.)
Non-member - Tour Registration - Early Bird Discount – $150.00
Full registration for an individual from a Non-Member Firm. (Includes entrance to the sites, Welcome Dinner the evening before the tour and bus transportation the day of the Tour).

Summer Tour

July 23-24, 2026

flathead valley, MT

Step behind the scenes and experience Montana’s green industry like never before! Join us for an engaging, hands-on field trip as we explore top-tier nurseries, innovative greenhouses, stunning landscape sites, and other standout destinations in our host city. Each year, the Tour travels to a new location, showcasing the very best Montana has to offer.

This immersive experience gives you insider access to some of the region’s most impressive operations—along with plenty of inspiration to bring back to your own work. Connect with fellow professionals, swap ideas, discover fresh techniques, and recharge your passion for the field. Whether you’re looking to learn, network, or simply enjoy a day of exploration, the Tour offers something for everyone.

Come join us!

HOW TO REGISTER: You can register on-line by following the link on this page. Questions? Contact us: info@plantingmontana.org, or 406-755-3079.

LODGING: We are negotiating a discounted room block for Summer Tour guests. There will be a limited number of rooms available at the discounted rate. Book early to secure the discounted rate before the room block fills.

Want a preview of the Summer Tour events? Here's what we have planned:

THURSDAY, July 23: Pre-tour

Certified Plant Professional Exam: The CPP Exam will offered on Thursday, at 8:30am. Applications for the test and order forms for the manual are available online, or by calling the MNLA office at 406.755.3079. Registration for the exam is not included in the Tour registration; if you wish to take the exam and attend Summer Tour, you will need to complete separate registration forms for each. Register online for the CPP Exam here. Registration deadline: July 15th.

Welcome Dinner: All Tour registrants are invited to join us Thursday evening, July 23rd for a welcome dinner. Dinner is included with your Tour Day registration, and is a great time to see familiar faces and connect before the hustle and bustle of tour day.

FRIDAY, July 24: Tour Day

Tour Day Details: The Summer Tour will take place around the Flathead Valley on Friday, July 24, 2026. The Tour begins early morning and concludes late afternoon (exact times will be announced as we draw closer to the event). Bus transportation will be provided, as well as a detailed map of tour stops for those who wish to use their own vehicle. There will be some fun games and door prizes along the way!

Your registration includes the Welcome Dinner the evening before the Tour, admission to all of the sites, as well as Lunch and bus transportation on tour-day.

Where will the Summer Tour be stopping this year? There are some great sites in store! We will share details when everything is confirmed.

Thank you to our Generous Sponsors:

Glacier Nursery

Interested in Sponsoring the Summer Tour? We have several sponsorship opportunities available. Download the sponsorship form, contact the MNLA office at info@plantingmontana.org, or call 406.755.3079 for sponsorship details.