Big news for pollinators! TCWP received continued funding from Enbridge and the Western Reserve Land Conservancy (WRLC) to expand our program Promoting Native Pollinators Through Bee House Workshops program through 2026. This renewed support means more workshops, more bee houses, and more habitat for native pollinators across our watershed.
Native bee populations continue to face serious challenges from habitat loss and pesticide use. Unlike honeybees, most native bees are solitary nesters that rely on hollow stems and small cavities to reproduce. Through this program, participants build and install their own bee houses, creating much-needed nesting habitat right at home.
Through hands-on, grant-funded workshops, residents learn about the importance of native pollinators while constructing bee houses and planting small pollinator gardens. Participants also receive guidance on maintaining their bee houses and replacement nesting materials to help ensure their efforts support pollinators year after year.
With this new round of funding, TCWP will expand the number of workshops offered, add some community bee houses, reach new audiences across the watershed, and continue growing long-term stewardship for pollinators. We are grateful to Enbridge and WRLC for their continued investment in our community, and in the tiny but mighty pollinators that help keep our ecosystems thriving.
Stay tuned for upcoming workshop dates and opportunities to get involved!