Do you want to learn about the conservation of bumble bees and contribute to a community science project?

On June 6, join Michelle Toshack from the Xerces Society to learn and practice Bumble Bee Atlas protocols. Anyone with an interest in bees and a desire to help them in a hands-on way is encouraged to attend — no prior experience needed!

The first part of the day will be spent indoors at the Montana Audubon Center. You will learn about bumble bee ecology, life cycle, and conservation issues, as well as an overview of how to participate in the Bumble Bee Atlas.

We’ll then head outside for lunch and some hands-on practice catching, photographing, and releasing bumble bees. Xerces will provide all project equipment (nets, vials, ice) to use during the training. Please bring your own camera (cell phone cameras work!).

Come prepared for the day with lunch, snacks, water, walking shoes, sun protection, and note-taking materials.

Registration is limited! Register using the form below.

You will receive an email with more information one week before the event. Questions? Contact Michelle at mtbumblebeeatlas@xerces.org