Bumblebee Box Workshop

Experience the Beaumont Agricultural Society (BADAS) — During OPEN FARM DAYS! A Day of Nature, History, and Agriculture! Come and explore our 71-acre facility, just minutes from Edmonton, Leduc, and surrounding areas in Leduc County. Enjoy a unique combination of urban and rural agriculture that offers something for everyone! What to See and Do: Artistic Welcome: Admire the vibrant community-painted murals at our gates as you arrive. Wagon Ride Adventure: Climb aboard a wagon ride to delve into local history, learn about agricultural societies, and discover the diverse plant life growing at BADAS. Urban Agriculture Centre (UAC) Exploration: Disembark at our 2-acre Urban Agriculture Centre and immerse yourself in a world of hands-on learning and relaxation: Nature Activities & Games: Participate in engaging nature-based activities and games. Garden Tours: Take a guided tour of our pollinator and community gardens. Relax & Dine: Unwind in nature and enjoy a delicious lunch from our BBQ fundraiser. Explore the UAC: Discover our food forest, passive solar greenhouse with a tool library, school demonstration garden, and 104 community garden plots. Water Features: Learn about our 2-acre pond and wetland area, which supports a rich diversity of wildlife and insects while also providing vital water for our gardens. Support Local: Purchase local soil amendments made by Annelida Soil Solutions, worms and soil experts. Buy a beautiful native flower to enhance habitat in your own backyard or as a gift for a friend. Special Event: Bumble Bee Box Building Workshop This year, we are thrilled to host a Bumble Bee Box Building Workshop in partnership with and supporting the Alberta Native Bee Council (ANBC). What you'll learn: Participants will gain valuable knowledge about the crucial role of pollinator habitats in conservation efforts. Hands-on activity: Build your very own bumble bee nesting box to take home! Pre-registration required: Cost: $100 Spaces: Limited to 30 participants Tickets: Available on EventBrite: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/alberta-native-bee-council-bumble-bee-box-workshop-tickets-1325697640329?aff=oddtdtcreator What to bring: Cordless drill Safety glasses Work gloves Post-workshop participation: Install and maintain your bumble bee box at home or in a community space. Optional: Join ANBC's Bumble Bee Box Monitoring Program to contribute valuable data to ongoing conservation efforts. Plan Your Local Adventure: Make a full day of your trip to Leduc County! Within 10 minutes of our location, you can also visit: Annelida Soil Solutions Rig Hand Distillery Beau Bella Winery Come and create lasting memories while supporting local agriculture and conservation efforts at BADAS!
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