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ADV - Minnesota Bee Atlas - Morris-West Central Research & Outreach Center
46352 State Hwy 329Morris, MN 56267
Be a part of the Minnesota Bee Atlas
The last time a survey of Minnesota bees was completed was in 1919 when only 67 species were listed. Scientists suspect that there may be closer to 400 species but we need the help of citizen scientists like you to find them all. In this workshop at the University of Minnesota West Central Research and Outreach Center, you will learn about the life cycle and ecology of native bees, basic bee identification, and tips for photographing bees. These skills will prepare you to participate in the Minnesota Bee Atlas, a citizen science program that will use historical records, research from the Minnesota DNR and University of Minnesota, as well as current observations from participants across the state to create a searchable database of Minnesota native bees. The information we gather on species distribution and diversity will be important to help us track if or how bee populations are changing and how those changes might affect land management decisions. Please dress to spend time both indoors and outside.
If possible, bring a digital camera or smart phone/tablet.
The $20 registration fee includes lunch and all workshop materials.
West Central Research and Outreach Center
46352 State Hwy 329
Morris, MN 56267
http://wcroc.cfans.umn.edu/about-us/location-map
Registration will close May 24, 2016
The course cost is $20 and includes course manuals and supplies.
Course Dates:
Meeting from 10:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. on:
- Thursday, May 26, 2016
Instructor Information
Britt Forsberg (she/her/hers) is an Extension Educator with the Minnesota Master Naturalist Program. She holds a BA in Biology and Environmental Studies from Gustavus Adolphus College and an MEd in Family Education from the University of Minnesota. Within the Minnesota Master Naturalist program, Britt develops and leads advanced training opportunities that lead to volunteer service. When she's not working, you may find her hiking with her nose to the ground to look for bees and other pollinators or wrangling her rambunctious toddler, Wren.
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