MARION, IOWA (September 27, 2019) — Trees Forever and partners are “creating a buzz” this fall through a series of field days and tours teaching the public about the needs of pollinators and establishing high-quality pollinator habitat.
Upcoming Creating a Buzz Field Days:
When:
Wednesday, October 16, 2019
4-6PM
(registration at 3:30)
Where to Meet:
2015 100th St
Belmond IA 50421
Online registration:
http://www.treesforever.org/CreatingaBuzzBelmond
When:
Saturday, October 26, 2019
3-7PM
(registration at 2:30)
Where to Meet:
Walker Homestead Farm and Winery
3867 James Avenue Southwest
Iowa City
Online registration:
http://www.treesforever.org/CreatingABuzzFieldDay
“It takes years to establish high quality pollinator habitat,” said Tree Forever Field Coordinator Emily Swihart. “If you plant it and forget about it, you’ll have a patch of weeds and invasive plants. We set this series up to show people what to expect every year of the process, so you can enjoy colorful and healthy pollinator habitat in a few years.”
“During each tour, we’ll show multiple plantings.” said Field Coordinator Jeff Jensen with Trees Forever. “The sites we’ve selected are a great representation of what a farmer, homeowner, or concerned citizen could expect with their own planting. We always like to have some time for native plant identification so this will be a chance to hone your skills looking at the wide variety of native plants, and a few weeds.”
Trees Forever is a nonprofit organization nationally headquartered in Marion, Iowa. We are dedicated to planting trees, encouraging volunteer and youth involvement and environmental stewardship. For more than 25 years, we’ve been planting a better tomorrow. For more information, visit www.treesforever.org or call 800-369-1269.
