# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Lives of Native Bees with Dr. Olivia Carril
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 13 Aug, 2026 at 09:00 am – Fri, 14 Aug, 2026 at 03:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Lives of Native Bees: Observing, Understanding, and Conserving New Mexico’s Pollinators
with Dr. Olivia Carril
August 13–14, 2026

New Mexico is home to an extraordinary diversity of native bees—many of which remain largely unseen, despite their essential role in shaping our landscapes and ecosystems. This two-day, field-based seminar offers an introduction to the natural history, diversity, and conservation of these remarkable pollinators.

Designed for beginners and enthusiasts alike, this workshop begins with an introduction to bee natural history and how to find bees on flowers, getting participants moving through the gardens while building observational skills. Using specimens collected in the morning, participants learn how to distinguish bees from similar insects like flies and wasps, followed by a deeper look at bee anatomy under the microscope and an overview of the major groups found in New Mexico. The day concludes with a focused session on bumble bees of the region, tying together identification, ecology, and their role in local ecosystems.

On the second day, participants return to the field for guided observation, learning what to look for when watching bees on flowers and how to interpret their behavior. Hands-on sessions introduce basic specimen preparation and identification of common New Mexico bees, alongside broader discussions of global bee diversity. A garden walk highlights how floral forms shape bee behavior and specialization, and the workshop concludes with a forward-looking conversation on pollinator conservation and the future of bee research in our state.

Throughout the seminar, Dr. Carril will connect observation to broader conservation issues, including pollinator decline, habitat relationships, and opportunities to contribute to community science efforts.

By the end of the seminar, participants will leave with:

-A working understanding of native bee diversity in New Mexico
-Practical skills for observing and recognizing bees in the field
-Insight into how scientists study pollinators
Clear pathways for continued learning and engagement in bee conservation

Dr. Olivia Carril has studied bees for more than 20 years in ecosystems around the world. She earned her B.S. and M.S. from Utah State University and her Ph.D. from Southern Illinois University Carbondale, where her research focused on bee diversity, pollinator ecology, and plant–bee relationships. She is coauthor of The Bees in Your Backyard: A Field Guide to North America’s Bees and is currently leading bee surveys in northern New Mexico while working on two new books about bees.

Member Presale Date (May 15); Public Sale Date (June 1)

Dates: August 13–14, 2026

Times:
August 13: 9:00am – 3:00pm (*followed by optional happy hour)
August 14: 9:00am – 3:00pm
Location

Santa Fe Botanical Garden, Udall Building (725 Camino Lejo) and the Hendricksen Pavilion, 715 Camino Lejo, Santa Fe 87505

Pricing
Members: $125.00
Not-Yet-Members: $175.00

Register here: https://visitsfbg.org/event/summer-seminar-lives-of-native-bees-with-dr-olivia-carril/
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/santa-fe/lives-of-native-bees-with-dr-olivia-carril/200030528141317
- **Event Categories**: workshops, science-fair
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 14

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Santa Fe
- **state**: NM
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 725 Camino Lejo, Santa Fe, NM 87505-7516, United States
- **lat**: 35.66749
- **long**: -105.92547
- **full address**: 725 Camino Lejo, Santa Fe, NM 87505-7516, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Lives of Native Bees with Dr. Olivia Carril being held?
  - **A:** Lives of Native Bees with Dr. Olivia Carril takes place on Thu, 13 Aug, 2026 at 09:00 am to Fri, 14 Aug, 2026 at 03:00 pm at 725 Camino Lejo, Santa Fe, NM 87505-7516, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Lives of Native Bees with Dr. Olivia Carril?
  - **A:** Lives of Native Bees with Dr. Olivia Carril is organized by Santa Fe Botanical Garden.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Lives of Native Bees with Dr. Olivia Carril is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Santa Fe, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Lives of Native Bees with Dr. Olivia Carril sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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