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Program: “Gardening for the Bees (and the Birds),” and an introduction to the Xerces Society
March 11 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Monday, March 11, 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
Presenter: David Kollen, Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation.
Location: Room 2602, Cordley Hall, Oregon State University Campus, 2701 SW Campus Way or via Zoom
This program will include:
- an introduction to pollinators and their importance in natural systems and our food system;
- native bee diversity and natural history;
- some butterfly and moth natural history;
- threats facing pollinators;
- how we can play a role in pollinator conservation, both in general and in our own
- landscapes and communities; and
- opportunities to get involved in community science activities for those interested in going above and beyond.
Dave is a Xerces Society Ambassador and in that role is involved in educational and outreach work. Additionally, he is an Oregon Master Naturalist and Master Melittologist Apprentice. His involvement in community science includes the Pacific Northwest Bumble Bee Atlas, the California Bumble Bee Atlas, and the Oregon Bee Atlas. Dave also writes pollinator-focused articles for the Oregon State Federation of Garden Clubs newsletter, Mahonia. A Zoom link for this program will be provided in the March Bulletin.
