Save Our Native Bumblebees!: Why You Should Care and What You Can Do
2025-03-10 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Chicago) | 805 S Cottage Ave Normal IL, 805 S Cottage Ave, Normal
The non-native (and arguably, invasive) European Honeybee (Apis mellifera) gets a lot of attention because the species is reared here in North America for the purpose of pollinating crops and for the production of honey. Although native bumblebees are an integral component of our local ecosystems and are, also, important pollinators for a number of agriculturally important crops, they rarely get the appreciation they deserve. This is particularly concerning because research indicates that North American bumblebees face a multitude of threats and more than a quarter of native bumblebee species are facing some level of extinction risk, as a result. Join Dr. Sheri Glowinski, on March 10 at 7pm at 805 South Cottage Ave in Normal, for an exploration of bumblebee diversity, ecological importance, and conservation concerns – and, importantly, learn what YOU can do to promote the precious presence of our local native bumbles in your gardens.

Tree Prep Workday - Friday, March 14 2025 (multiple shifts)
2025-03-14 | EAC Shed, Bloomington
Help the Ecology Action Center prepare small (1-3′ tall) bareroot seedling trees for planting. These trees will help to improve air quality, sequester carbon, increase wildlife habitat, and more! Volunteers must be 18 years old or older or alternately 14 years or older and accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Tools and heavy equipment might be in use and all volunteers must be able to safely use hand tools, stay on their feet for 3 hours at a time and lift a moderate weight (~15 pounds). Please dress appropriately for weather conditions and working outside. Closed-toed shoes or boots are required – no sandals or flip-flops. More information as well as a confirmation email will be communicated to volunteers prior to the workday and NOT at sign up.
Select one (or both!) of the shifts below:
Morning 9:30am-12pm shift
Afternoon 1-3:30pm shift
