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Pollinators: Honey Bees, Mason Bees and Others
While the honey bee is the poster child for the recent "save the pollinators" movement, people are just beginning to realize how native pollinatorswhich comprise 99.96% of the pollinator species on the planetare as threatened, and arguably more important to the future of food. At this class, learn why pollination is important for fruit trees, the history of pollinators, how native bees are different from the industry-standard honey bee, and how to identify local native bees. The class will also cover some basics of attracting native beesincluding what to plant and how to create nesting habitats.
A journeyman-level certified beekeeper, Bob Redmond runs Urban Bee Company and the non-profit The Common Acre, whose focus is on "culture and agriculture." A Seattle resident since 1988, Bob has served on the steering committee of the Beacon Food Forest and in leadership positions with the Puget Sound Beekeepers Association. He is currently collaborating with the Port of Seattle to develop pollinator habitat at the airport.
Elias Bloom was raised on an organic farm in Omaha, Nebraska, and has deep roots in agriculture. He graduated from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln with degrees in Entomology and Horticulture and is now a graduate student at Washington State University. With the assistance of WSU's Dr. David Crowder, Seattle community members, and rural organic farmers, Eli is researching the ecological role of native bee communities in diversified farming systems.
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LocationBradner Gardens Park classroom (View)
1730 Bradner Pl. S
Seattle, WA 98144
United States
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| Kid Friendly: No |
| Dog Friendly: No |
| Non-Smoking: Yes! |
| Wheelchair Accessible: Yes! |
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