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Cicada Killer Wasps: Scary-looking but Beneficial

Posted on August 23, 2021
by Kelsey

They awaken each summer. From hidden burrows in the ground, they emerge to seek their prey. Each day the hunters tirelessly prowl their territories, pouncing without warning. They subdue each hapless victim before dragging them into dark tunnels, to feed the next generation… Who are these mysterious creatures? They are the cicada killer wasps, and despite their fearsome appearance, they’re…

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Unsung Pollinator Heroes

Posted on June 24, 2021
by Kelsey

Did you know that we’re in the middle of Pollinator Week? Organized by the Pollinator Partnership, this is an international celebration of pollinators and a time to spread the word about pollinator protection. And while your thoughts might turn to honeybees, bumblebees, or butterflies, there is far greater diversity among pollinators in our area. Let’s get to know some of these unsung pollinator heroes.

What is Biodiversity? And why should we care?

Posted on May 23, 2021
by Kelsey

I am privileged to be surrounded by nature in both my personal and professional lives. It’s a delight to find some new (to me) event or process unfolding outside: watching certain trees leaf out before others in the spring, or the dance between bees and butterflies as they jockey for position over a flower. That’s why I am excited to…

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April 25 Native Plants for Biodiversity Webinar

Posted on May 4, 2021
by Kelsey

On Sunday, April 25th, we hosted a virtual workshop about the benefits of native plants for our local biodiversity, and how to improve the habitat value of our properties. A recording of that webinar is below, as well as follow-up materials from the Q&A session. Q&A Follow-Up Questions from participants included: How long would an introduced plant species need to…

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