Walpole, NH (October 19, 2023) – Have you considered turning your lawn or property edges into pollinator habitat? November is prime time to begin dreaming for next year!

This engaging workshop offers an introduction to starting and maintaining native pollinator meadows. We will explore foundational work like goal-setting, habitat considerations, and useful tools and approaches to site preparation. We will also discuss planting methods for new meadows and management strategies for existing ones. There will also be time for any questions you may have!

Pollinator Habitat Creation and Stewardship Workshop

When: Friday, November 3rd, 3:30-5:00pm

Where: Monadnock View Community Garden, Keene NH

Information and registration at pollinator-habitat.eventbrite.com

Can’t make the workshop? Explore habitats at Distant Hill Gardens and Nature Trail in Walpole or apply for the 2024 Conservation Opportunity Fund to build habitat on your land!

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cheshireconservation.org/cof

This workshop is a partnership between UNH Master Gardeners, UNH Extension, Distant Hill Gardens and Nature Trail, Cheshire County Conservation District and the Monadnock View Community Garden.

The Cheshire County Conservation District promotes the conservation and responsible use of our natural and agricultural resources for the people of Cheshire County by providing technical, financial, and educational assistance. Our goal is to encourage the stewardship of healthy soils, productive ecologically sound farms, diverse wildlife, productive sustainable forests, healthy watersheds, and clean water to ensure those resources are available for future generations. Established in 1945, the Conservation District operates out of Walpole NH where we work alongside the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service and other conservation partners. For more information, contact the Conservation District at 603-756-9282.

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