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SUMMARY:Bring Back the Pollinators: Managing Pests While Protecting Pollinators
DESCRIPTION:How can we manage pests while protecting pollinators in home yards? Good garden pollinator habitat requires flowering plants and undisturbed places for pollinators to nest\, but home landscapes also need to be protected from pesticides. Join Aaron Anderson\, Xerces Pesticide Program Specialist\, to touch on a few key pesticide concerns\, and talk about alternative methods to reduce pest pressure. In particular\, we will learn about some of the common beneficial insects that pollinator plantings can support and how they contribute to pest control.\nThis is the second webinar in the four-part series Bring Back the Pollinators.\nThis webinar will be recorded and available on our YouTube channel. Closed Captioning will be available during this webinar. \nClick here for more information and to register for free. \n  \n \nAaron Anderson \nPesticide Program Specialist – The Xerces Society \nAaron Anderson works with the public and Xerces staff to reduce pesticide use in residential landscapes\, including promoting alternative pest control measures and pollinator-friendly gardening practices. Prior to joining Xerces in 2022\, he researched pollinator conservation in urban landscapes\, restored habitat for several endangered butterfly species\, and worked in insect biocontrol. In 2021 he was an AAAS Mass Media Fellow at the St. Louis Post-Dispatch\, where he reported science and business stories. Aaron has a PhD from Oregon State University\, and outside of work you can probably find him riding his bike\, science writing\, or fiddling with old cameras.
URL:https://beecityusa.org/event/bring-back-the-pollinators-managing-pests-while-protecting-pollinators/
LOCATION:Online
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220630T110000
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SUMMARY:Bring Back the Pollinators: Growing Pollinator-Friendly Flowers and More
DESCRIPTION:Join Jennifer Hopwood\, Xerces Senior Pollinator Conservation Specialist\, as she walks through how to turn your yard into a pollinator haven. Learn about Xerces resources such as plant lists\, habitat assessment guides\, and landscaping tools. Bring your questions and curiosity.\nThis is the first webinar in our four-part Bring Back the Pollinators series.\nThis webinar will be recorded and available on our YouTube channel. Closed Captioning will be available during this webinar. \n  \n \nJennifer Hopwood \nSenior Pollinator Conservation Specialist -The Xerces Society \nJennifer provides resources and training for pollinator and beneficial insect habitat management and restoration in a variety of landscapes. She oversees a team of four USDA Natural Resource Conservation Service partner biologists and works closely with the NRCS. Jennifer has authored a number of publications and articles\, and is co-author of several books\, including Farming with Native Beneficial Insects\, 100 Plants to Feed the Bees\, and a roadside revegetation manual. Jennifer has a master’s degree in entomology from the University of Kansas. Along with work as a research specialist conducting invertebrate field research and identification\, Jennifer was an instructor in biology and environmental science at Iowa State University and Des Moines Area Community College prior to joining Xerces in 2009.
URL:https://beecityusa.org/event/bring-back-the-pollinators-growing-pollinator-friendly-flowers-and-more/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220602T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220602T200000
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SUMMARY:Reducing Reliance on Pesticides in New Mexico (In-Person & Live-Streamed)
DESCRIPTION:Los Alamos Education Center\nLos Alamos\, New Mexico\n\nThe city of Los Alamos in New Mexico is developing an integrated pest management plan. What does this mean? Why is this important? Join Emily Ruth Spindler\, Xerces Southwest Pesticide Program Specialist\, to learn the basics about pesticides\, unpack the implications of pesticide use on pollinators and the environment\, and discover alternative pest management strategies for southwestern cities like Los Alamos. This webinar will be recorded and available on Xerces’ YouTube channel after the event. \nClick here to learn more and register for free.
URL:https://beecityusa.org/event/reducing-reliance-on-pesticides-in-new-mexico-in-person-live-streamed/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220518T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220518T230000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220504T014217Z
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SUMMARY:Imperiled Butterflies in the Intermountain West: Biology and conservation strategies for the Four Corners States
DESCRIPTION:Recent research on western butterflies has highlighted the influences of climate change\, pesticides\, and other stressors in the decline of many butterfly species across our western landscapes. These declines are not limited to species with small ranges\, but also include widespread species like the west coast lady (Vanessa annabella)\, ruddy copper (Tharsalea rubidus)\, and others. Join Kevin Burls\, Xerces Endangered Species Conservation Advocate\, as he highlights some of the butterfly species most at risk of decline in Utah\, Arizona\, New Mexico\, and Colorado\, based on a recent west-wide assessment by Xerces staff and collaborating scientists\, and will discuss the best ways to conserve existing populations of these imperiled pollinators. \nThis webinar will be recorded and available on our YouTube channel. Closed Captioning will be available during this webinar. \nClick here to register for free. \n  \nKevin Burls \nEndangered Species Conservation Advocate \nAs Conservation Advocate for the Endangered Species program\, Kevin’s efforts with the Xerces Society focus on protecting the hundreds of butterfly species that inhabit deserts\, forests\, and grasslands across the western United States. Before working with the Xerces Society\, Kevin was the Integrated Pest Management Educator for the University of Nevada\, Reno Extension\, with a focus on native pollinators and beneficial insects. In addition\, Kevin and his wife co-founded the invertebrate science education nonprofit Nevada Bugs & Butterflies in Reno\, Nevada in 2012. He holds a Ph.D. in Ecology\, Evolution\, and Conservation Biology from the University of Nevada\, Reno.
URL:https://beecityusa.org/event/imperiled-butterflies-in-the-intermountain-west-biology-and-conservation-strategies-for-the-four-corners-states/
LOCATION:Online
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220512T110000
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CREATED:20220112T094948Z
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SUMMARY:What Bee is That? An Introduction to Commonly Encountered Bees of the US
DESCRIPTION:By May\, spring will have arrived across the US and with it\, many bees will be emerging and seeking out places to forage and nest — and you might be surprised at how many different species can be found in gardens\, parks\, and other green spaces across our neighborhoods and hometowns. Matthew Shepherd\, Director of Outreach & Education\, will introduce you to commonly encountered bees\, with notes on their diversity and behaviors\, how to identify them\, and their habitat needs. \nThis webinar will be recorded and available on our YouTube channel. Closed Captioning will be available during this webinar. \nClick here for more information and to register.
URL:https://beecityusa.org/event/what-bee-is-that-an-introduction-to-commonly-encountered-bees-of-the-us/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220419T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220419T130000
DTSTAMP:20260605T083815
CREATED:20220412T031047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220412T031047Z
UID:7081-1650369600-1650373200@beecityusa.org
SUMMARY:Supporting Biodiversity through Pollinator Plantings and Avoiding Pesticide Exposure
DESCRIPTION:Join Aaron Anderson and Sharon Selvaggio to learn about the unique and specialized relationships between pollinators\, plants\, and other species and how your planting choices can support biodiversity and conservation needs. We’ll also cover the principles of ecologically-based pest management to reduce pesticide impacts to pollinators in the urban landscape. \nReScape is sponsoring this talk as part of their Earth Day 2022 Partnership Program. ReScape provides a regenerative\, whole systems foundation to landscaping education\, workforce development and policy\, addressing climate change earthscape and land use issues. Click here to register through ReScape.
URL:https://beecityusa.org/event/supporting-biodiversity-through-pollinator-plantings-and-avoiding-pesticide-exposure/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220407T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220407T110000
DTSTAMP:20260605T083815
CREATED:20220112T094628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220112T094628Z
UID:6676-1649325600-1649329200@beecityusa.org
SUMMARY:Climate Change and Biodiversity: A Critical Nexus for Conservation
DESCRIPTION:Addressing climate change and protecting biodiversity go hand-in-hand. In this webinar Angela Laws\, Endangered Species Conservation Biologist and Climate Change Lead for Xerces will talk about the many linkages between climate change and biodiversity. We will learn about some of the many ways that pollinators may be affected by climate change. We’ll discuss Xerces’ approach to protecting biodiversity while addressing climate change using nature-based climate solutions\, as well as actions that everyone can take to help. \nThis webinar will be recorded and available on our YouTube channel. Closed Captioning will be available during this webinar. \nClick here for more information and to register.
URL:https://beecityusa.org/event/climate-change-and-biodiversity-a-critical-nexus-for-conservation/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220316T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220316T193000
DTSTAMP:20260605T083815
CREATED:20220310T034513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220310T034513Z
UID:6890-1647453600-1647459000@beecityusa.org
SUMMARY:Planting for Pollinators - Addressing the Very Real and Hidden Risks of Systemic Pesticide Contamination
DESCRIPTION:Are your pollinator-friendly plants pesticide-free?  Studies are showing that too many landscape plants and trees are pre-treated well before sale with long lasting pesticides\, including both insecticides and fungicides.  We don’t want to betray the pollinators we are working to save by luring them to flowers that potentially can cause them harm. Learn how to ask the right questions to get the correct answers from your nursery\, tree broker or landscape professional. Join us for a conversation about pre-treated plants and trees with Dr. Susan Kegley\, Pesticide Toxicologist and organic farmer\, Aimee Code and Sharon Selvaggio of Xerces Society\, and Podcaster Terry Oxford along with Kreigh and Ashley of Burbank’s Monarch Mile. \nRegister in advance for this webinar here.
URL:https://beecityusa.org/event/planting-for-pollinators-addressing-the-very-real-and-hidden-risks-of-systemic-pesticide-contamination/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220303T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220303T190000
DTSTAMP:20260605T083815
CREATED:20220210T013454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T031404Z
UID:6783-1646330400-1646334000@beecityusa.org
SUMMARY:How Everyone Can Contribute to Pollinator Conservation
DESCRIPTION:Join Maddy Kangas\, Monarch Butterfly Conservation Planner with the Xerces Society\, for this webinar hosted by the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History. Maddy will discuss the status of pollinators\, including monarch butterflies\, and need for conservation action; monarch biology and habitat requirements; land management practices to protect pollinators; examples of pollinator habitat projects; and how you can get involved (community science programs and more).
URL:https://beecityusa.org/event/how-everyone-can-contribute-to-pollinator-conservation/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220301T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220301T140000
DTSTAMP:20260605T083815
CREATED:20220125T080206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220125T080206Z
UID:6716-1646125200-1646143200@beecityusa.org
SUMMARY:Best Practices for Pollinators Summit
DESCRIPTION:Join the Pollinator Friendly Alliance and Xerces Society for this three-day online event with a wealth of presenters and topics. Participants will learn ecologically sound land stewardship practices that promote pollinators\, climate resilience\, clean water and lands. Summit topics provide practical knowledge and innovation on pesticide reduction\, habitat installation\, soil health and more. \nClick here for more information and to register.
URL:https://beecityusa.org/event/best-practices-for-pollinators-summit/2022-03-01/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220224T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220224T110000
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CREATED:20220112T094115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220112T095155Z
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SUMMARY:Saving Western Monarchs: Creating Habitat in California
DESCRIPTION:Join Emma Pelton\, Senior Conservation Biologist\, and Angela Laws\, Endangered Species Conservation Biologist with Xerces\, to learn more about the exciting work Xerces is doing to protect western monarchs in California. We will talk about the status of western monarchs\, including information from the recent overwintering counts\, and then discuss the work Xerces is doing with partners around the state to create and protect monarch habitat in their overwintering and breeding grounds. \nThis webinar will be recorded and available on our YouTube channel. Closed Captioning will be available during this webinar. \nClick here for more information and to register.
URL:https://beecityusa.org/event/xerces-society-webinars-the-xerces-society-hosts-webinars-and-participates-in-events-organized-by-other-organizations-this-page-lists-all-the-upcoming-topics-and-dates-you-can-also-find-updates-on/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220113T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220113T110000
DTSTAMP:20260605T083815
CREATED:20220112T093210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220112T094310Z
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SUMMARY:Bees at Home: the Natural History of Bumble Bee Nesting
DESCRIPTION:Bumble bees are among the best-studied invertebrates\, yet a number of aspects of these important pollinators’ life history remain uncertain. One of these is the ecology of nest founding by queens in spring\, and more broadly\, behaviors in the nest. More than one-quarter of North American bumble bee species are currently at some degree of extinction risk\, so we urgently need more information on how nesting biology impacts colony development and reproduction\, and how a changing environment affects bumble bee nesting behavior. In this webinar\, we’ll examine what is known of bumble bee nesting biology\, and consider some unanswered questions about how cooperation and conflict structure the social lives and growth of bumble bee colonies. Along the way\, we’ll answer questions about what queens are up to in early spring and how people can support bumble bees populations. \nThis webinar will be recorded and available on our YouTube channel. Closed Captioning will be available during this webinar. \nClick here to register and for more information.
URL:https://beecityusa.org/event/bees-at-home-the-natural-history-of-bumble-bee-nesting/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211111T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211111T110000
DTSTAMP:20260605T083815
CREATED:20210604T053704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210604T053704Z
UID:5815-1636624800-1636628400@beecityusa.org
SUMMARY:Western Butterflies: History\, Threats\, and Possible Futures
DESCRIPTION:Join Matt Forister\, Professor of Biology and Insect Ecology at the University of Nevada\, as he explores data from different long term sources on western butterfly species and habitats and an overview of threats in the west. \nThis webinar will be recorded and available on our YouTube channel. Closed Captioning will be available during this webinar. \nClick here for more information and to register.
URL:https://beecityusa.org/event/western-butterflies-history-threats-and-possible-futures/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211021T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211021T110000
DTSTAMP:20260605T083815
CREATED:20210604T053551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T201148Z
UID:5813-1634810400-1634814000@beecityusa.org
SUMMARY:Climate Change and Land Use Change Impacts on Pollinators
DESCRIPTION:Biodiversity across the globe and throughout the tree of life is in major flux\, and understanding the nature and causes of these changes is critical for developing effective conservation and management strategies. Pollinators are an especially important group to understand biodiversity change in\, given the ecosystem and agricultural services that they provide\, and bumblebees are a particularly important group of wild native pollinators found across North America and Europe. Over the last few decades\, many species across this group have been declining\, with links being made to climate change and habitat loss as the culprits. Join Peter Soroye\, Conservation Biologist\, to learn about his PhD research\, looking at many species across multiple continents to explore how climate change has affected North America and European bumblebees over the last 120 years\, and how human land use and habitat loss change that relationship. \nThis webinar will be recorded and available on our YouTube channel. Closed Captioning will be available during this webinar.
URL:https://beecityusa.org/event/climate-change-and-land-use-change-impacts-on-pollinators/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210923T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210923T110000
DTSTAMP:20260605T083815
CREATED:20210604T053420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250627T161719Z
UID:5811-1632391200-1632394800@beecityusa.org
SUMMARY:Biological Control in Urban Parks: A Study in Bogotá (Colombia)
DESCRIPTION:Join Paola Olaya Arenas\, a postdoctoral fellow at Institute Alexander von Humboldt\, as she talks about her research on insect pests and natural enemies in Bogotá. \nThis webinar will be recorded and available on our YouTube channel. Closed Captioning will be available during this webinar.
URL:https://beecityusa.org/event/biological-control-in-urban-parks-a-study-in-bogota-colombia/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210812T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210812T110000
DTSTAMP:20260605T083815
CREATED:20210604T053245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250627T161640Z
UID:5809-1628762400-1628766000@beecityusa.org
SUMMARY:Eight Action Items to Protect Insects from Global Declines
DESCRIPTION:Join Akito Y. Kawahara\, the lead researcher at the Florida Museum of Natural History’s McGuire Center for Lepidoptera and Biodiversity\, to learn about how to help save our important insects. \nThis webinar will be recorded and available on our YouTube channel. Closed Captioning will be available during this webinar.
URL:https://beecityusa.org/event/eight-action-items-to-protect-insects-from-global-declines/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210701T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210701T110000
DTSTAMP:20260605T083815
CREATED:20210519T043053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250801T020801Z
UID:5502-1625133600-1625137200@beecityusa.org
SUMMARY:The Wondrous World of Fireflies
DESCRIPTION:Fireflies are surely among the greatest ambassadors for Earth’s natural magic. For centuries their ethereal beauty has sparked wonder and inspired poets\, artists\, and children of all ages. Yet they also hold so many mysteries! Join guest speaker Sara Lewis\, an expert on fireflies\, to learn how they got their bright lights\, explore their remarkable lifestyles\, hear how human activities put fireflies at risk\, and learn what you can do to help protect these charismatic insects. \nThis webinar will be recorded and available on our YouTube channel. Closed Captioning will be available during this webinar.
URL:https://beecityusa.org/event/the-wondrous-world-of-fireflies/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210623T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210623T180000
DTSTAMP:20260605T083815
CREATED:20210604T053049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T192034Z
UID:5807-1624467600-1624471200@beecityusa.org
SUMMARY:Pollinator Week Panel & Happy Hour: Ask Us Anything about Pollinators
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Pollinator Week by joining in a fun and informative happy hour Q&A with a panel of Xerces Society pollinator conservation experts!  For nearly 50 years\, Xerces staff have worked to protect and conserve pollinators and their habitats. Our amazing staff are national leaders getting science-based guidance for pollinator conservation into the hands of farmers\, ranchers\, gardeners\, and other land managers. During this Q&A\, participants will have the opportunity to directly ask Xerces staff about anything and everything related to pollinator conservation\, native habitat restoration\, pesticide use and impacts\, climate change resilience\, grazing management\, and more. We’ll also be distributing door prizes such as Xerces Society books\, habitat signs\, and more to attendees throughout the hour! Closed Captioning will be available during this webinar. \n  \nThis event will be emceed by Eric Lee-Mäder (Pollinator Program Co-Director) and the panelists are: Stephanie Frischie (Agronomist\, Native Plant Materials Specialist)\, Kelly Gill (Senior Pollinator Conservation Specialist\, Northeast/Mid-Atlantic Region)\, Sarah Hoyle (Pesticide Program Specialist)\, Jennifer Hopwood (Senior Pollinator Conservation Specialist\, Midwest)\,  Karin Jokela (Farm Bill Pollinator Conservation Planner\, Minnesota)\, Jessa Kay Cruz (Senior Pollinator Conservation Specialist\, California and the Intermountain West)\, Angela Laws (Endangered Species Conservation Biologist and Climate Change Lead)\, Molly Martin (Bee City USA Coordinator)\, and Ray Moranz (Grazing Lands Pollinator Ecologist).
URL:https://beecityusa.org/event/pollinator-week-panel-happy-hour-ask-us-anything-about-pollinators/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210617T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210617T110000
DTSTAMP:20260605T083815
CREATED:20210519T042928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250627T161444Z
UID:5500-1623924000-1623927600@beecityusa.org
SUMMARY:Human Dimensions of Pollinator Conservation
DESCRIPTION:Usually when people hear the buzz phrase “pollinator conservation” they think of bees and butterflies\, not people. However\, people have an essential role to play in pollinator conservation. Join guest speaker\, Shannon Westlake\, to learn about the human side of pollinator conservation and the various actions you can take to get more involved with supporting our native insect pollinator friends. \nThis webinar will be recorded and available on our YouTube channel. Closed Captioning will be available during this webinar.
URL:https://beecityusa.org/event/human-dimensions-of-pollinator-conservation/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210121T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210121T110000
DTSTAMP:20260605T083815
CREATED:20201219T012838Z
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SUMMARY:Building Pollinator Habitat in Towns and Cities: California Region
DESCRIPTION:Join Jessa Kay Cruz\, Senior Pollinator Conservation Specialist\, as she takes a closer look at the needs of pollinators in the California Region. Learn what plants pollinators need\, how to provide nesting habitat\, and what steps you can take to make change in your city. \nThis webinar will be recorded and available on our YouTube channel. Closed Captioning will be available during this webinar.
URL:https://beecityusa.org/event/building-pollinator-habitat-in-towns-and-cities-california-region/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210115T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210115T110000
DTSTAMP:20260605T083815
CREATED:20201219T012524Z
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SUMMARY:Building Pollinator Habitat in Towns and Cities: Pacific Northwest Region
DESCRIPTION:Join Eric Lee-Mäder\, Pollinator Program Co-Director\, as he takes a closer look at the needs of pollinators in the Pacific Northwest Region. Learn what plants pollinators need\, how to provide nesting habitat\, and what steps you can take to make change in your city. \nThis webinar will be recorded and available on our YouTube channel. Closed Captioning will be available during this webinar.
URL:https://beecityusa.org/event/building-pollinator-habitat-in-towns-and-cities-pacific-northwest-region/
LOCATION:Online
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