Environment
Bees and Climate Change
Bees and Climate Change Climate change directly impacts bees, and without bees, we have no crops, sparse gardens, and limited fruits, vegetables, and nuts. Bees work tirelessly to keep our ecosystems alive, but they are now facing growing threats from climate change. Changing bloom times, devastating droughts, and fires make it difficult for bees to…
Read MoreThe Buzzing Trio of Bees, Gardening, and the Environment
The Buzzing Trio of Bees, Gardening, and the Environment The perfect trio exists in nature. It is the meeting point and crossover among bees, gardening, and the environment, although the three players in this perfect trio depend on one another. The Bees’ Role in the Trio Bees may be the unsung heroes of gardens, and…
Read MoreEngaging Younger Generations Outdoors in Nature
Engaging Younger Generations Outdoors in Nature As today’s youth seem to have their noses in their devices, many wonder how we can effectively engage younger generations in nature and bring awareness to some pressing environmental issues that they will undeniably inherit. Organizations like the National Wildlife Federation, along with beekeepers and environmentalists around the globe,…
Read MoreJune is National Pollinators Month
June is National Pollinators Month What exactly is National Pollinators Month, and how can we honor the ever-important pollinators of the earth at a time when they are center stage? Beekeepers and dedicated pollinator protectors encourage everyone to find ways to promote healthy pollination this month. One of the best ways to do so is…
Read MoreHelping Bees Through the Summer
Helping Bees Through the Summer Summer is the time of year when bees typically buzz around, staying so busy that it is hard to catch them still. Bees work diligently throughout their life cycles. Many in our nation have reports of fewer encounters with bees in the wild, and this has alerted beekeepers and enthusiasts…
Read MoreHow Native, Non-Native, and Invasive Plants Impact the Ecosystem
How Native, Non-Native, and Invasive Plants Impact the Ecosystem Most people have heard the terms native and non-native when it comes to plants or animals that may or may not be considered helpful to the environment. There are differences in how native, non-native and invasive species impact the health of the natural resources in your…
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