The N.C. Cooperative Extension, Forsyth County Center staff, and NC State Extension Master Gardener℠ volunteers invite you to join in the Great Southeast Pollinator Census on Friday, August 21 & Saturday, August 22. This project is part of a multi-state program aimed at learning more about pollinator activity in communities across North Carolina and other Southern states. By participating, you can learn more about the value of pollinators, the different types of pollinators, and the many flowers that are effective in attracting them. By collecting and reporting data, you will be contributing to a valuable community science project.

We have scheduled several local activities to help you join in the census. Eventbrite registration will be open soon!

Want to participate in the comfort of your own house or with a friend? Find all the information and materials you need on the "GSEPC in NC" website.

Learn All About Pollinators and the Great Southeast Pollinator Census!

Join us at a Park, Community Garden, or Local Partner to Participate in the Great Southeast Pollinator Census on Saturday, August 22.

Click here for more information about the census in North Carolina

Check out our Pollinator displays at the Paddison Memorial Branch Library in Kernersville, the Malloy Jordan East Winston Heritage Center in Winston-Salem, and the Central Branch Library in Winston-Salem throughout August! Learn about the various insects, bugs, and critters that pollinate the plants around us, and get some book recommendations to learn even more.

Parts of this article were written by Kathy Johnson, NC State Extension Master Gardener℠ volunteer of Forsyth County.