Growing Wild South Hadley is an initiative of our local Conservation Commission to promote biodiversity through planting native and pollinator species. The Commission, in partnership with the Massachusetts Pollinator Network, will host two free spring 2023 educational events:
Thursday, May 11, 6-7:30pm, South Hadley Public Library Community Room
How to Create Natural Ecosystems in Your Yard, with Peggy MacLeod
Many people now realize the importance of pollinators and other essential wildlife. They want to make their property pollinator-friendly, but don’t know where to start. This talk will guide you through the process of evaluation, planning, and implementation, with many options for large and small changes.
Thursday, June 8, 6-7:30pm, South Hadley Public Library Community Room
Transform Your Yard to Support Pollinators: A 12-Step Program, with Heidi Dollard
Many people now realize the importance of pollinators and other essential wildlife. They want to make their yard pollinator-friendly, but don’t know where to start. This talk will step you through the process of evaluation, planning, and implementation, with many options for large and small changes.
For more information about these programs and other resources, visit: www.southhadley.org/1345/Growing-Wild