Some of our favorite links

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The American Orchid Society

   One of the best sites for orchids on the internet. There are many benefits to membership and the Prairie State Orchid Society is an affiliate. Check out the care sheets.

Mid-America Orchid Congress

   The Mid-America Orchid Congress is  an organization of orchid societies dedicated to preservation of orchids in their natural habitats, the propagation of orchids by seed and cuttings, the development of new and better plants through breeding, and providing information to growers who subscribe to their principles. (Prairie State Orchid Society is a member.)

The Illinois Orchid Society

   The site of one of the orchid societies in the Chicago area. 

The Orchid Digest

   When you're serious about orchids (is their motto). 

The Orchid Mall

   "Your Complete Online Orchid Resource Center" 

Orchid Wire 

   Here's a site with many helpful links. 

Peoria Orchid Society 

   The site of our good friends and fellow orchid lovers in Peoria. 

The Orchid Society of Greater St. Louis

   Keep up with what is happening just across the river. Plus look for their shows at the Missouri Botanical Gardens. 

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Other Groups (Neighbors) You Might Find Interesting--

The Illinois Native Plant Society

   Its mission is protecting Illinois' native plant resources, including orchids.

Grand Prairie Friends of Illinois

   Grand Prairie Friends - Prairie Grove Volunteers is a nonprofit organization composed of people who share a commitment to preserving and restoring tallgrass prairie and woodlands in East-Central Illinois.