Mason Bee Workshop #2 (classroom)
WORKSHOP TOPICS AND DISCUSSION POINTS
1. Introduction to Mason Bees - Overview of their biology, adaptive behaviour, and importance as pollinators.
2. Lifecycle - Explanation of the different stages of a Mason Bee's life, from egg to adult.
3. Habitat Needs - Discuss the natural habitats of Mason Bees and how to create suitable environments in urban and suburban settings.
4. Nesting Behaviour - Explanation of how Mason Bees nest, including their preference for nesting in pre-existing holes or tubes.
5. Bee House Construction - Practical demonstration or hands-on activity to teach participants how to build bee houses using simple materials.
6. Planting for Bees - Guidance on selecting and planting bee-friendly flowers and plants to provide food and shelter for Mason Bees and other pollinators.
7. Bee Health - Tips for maintaining healthy Mason Bee populations, including managing pests and diseases, and avoiding harmful pesticides.
8. Citizen Science Opportunities - Introduction to citizen science projects focused on monitoring and conserving Mason Bee populations.
LOCATION
FEES
DURATION
ADD ONS
Classroom setting (maximum 25 students per class)
$300 / per Class
2 hours (+$75 / hour for any additional hours)
All classroom workshops include learning posters, Mason Bee houses and tools, along with a power point presentation.
Build your own Mason Bee home
Plant a pollinator garden with Mason Bees
Build a bee hotel