Watsonville Wetlands Watch Update

The Fascinating Honeybee

Bees are ingenious creatures that are vital to the survival of many species on the planet, including human beings. With the serious decline of bee populations, it is time to take a close look at the fascinating life and needs of bees.

On Tuesday, March 28th, local beekeeper and CSUMB and Cabrillo College Biology Instructor Allison Gong will discuss the biology of honeybees, pollination ecology, and threats to pollinators. She and her husband have been keeping bees in Santa Cruz since 2010.

This talk, hosted by the Watsonville Wetlands Watch, is from 6:30 to 9 p.m. at the Fitz Wetlands Educational Resource Center. Click for map/directions. Admission is free but you must reserve a seat. For more information, contact Kathy Fieberling at 831-345-1226 or kathy@watsonvillewetlandswatch.org.

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2017 Tour Series Kickoff
Circumnavigation Tour of the Wetlands

On Saturday, April 8 Watsonville Wetlands Watch Board President and wetlands expert Bob Culbertson will lead a grand tour of the wetlands where you will visit spots rarely seen by the public.

You will discover how this extensive freshwater wetland system fits together, learn about the history of conservation, and be able to do a little birding at these scenic spots. This tour is great for beginners and experts alike.

The tour will start at 9 am and last until noon. Meet at the Wetlands Educational Resource Center map/directions. From there carpools will be formed for this driving and walking tour. Admission is free but you must reserve a seat.

For more information, contact Kathy Fieberling at 831-345-1226 or kathy@watsonvillewetlandswatch.org.