Native bees are critical for biodiversity, often serving as the sole pollinator for some plants. They are also vital for agriculture, pollinating a large percentage of plants that we eat. In Massachusetts, there are several bee species under threat, and it is important to take steps to conserve them before it’s too late.
Unlike honeybees, most native bees live in small nests. With much of their habitat shrinking, we can support native bees by planting bee-friendly native plants and providing them with shelter for nesting and hibernating.
Come join us as we learn about pollinators at Codman Farm and build bee hotels using recycled and natural materials - each participant will take home their own bee hotel - all supplies included.
$35 per child - best for ages Kindergarten through third grade.
Teacher Diana is a garden designer and native plant expert with a professional background in fine art, community art, and nature education. Diana is the owner of Monarch Meadows and Ecogardens, an eco-gardening service based in Lincoln. MME’s mission is to help people transition from lawns to designed meadow habitats and native plant gardens that provide a vibrant, healthy environment, no matter how big or how small, for all of the creatures who live there.