Happy Earth Mother Day!

What gift can we give to the body that sustains each of us .... and all life?
Perhaps Anthony's gift to his birth mother - and his Earth mother -
will be an inspiration for all of us, no matter where we live. 

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A Big Buzzing Welcome to Kyle!

We are thrilled to share our warm welcome to new board member, Kyle Poling!  

Some of you have had the pleasure of attending one (or more) of Kyle's classes about native plants, and know what a wealth of knowledge and experience

he brings to his passion for native plants and pollinators.  We look forward to working with Kyle and expanding our educational efforts in these areas. 
To learn more about Kyle and other board members, click here.

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Oregon Sunshine!

It's not just the weather that is beautiful at this time of year! 
Enjoy this first video about the native pollinator plants in our Office Garden.

Much gratitude to Wanda Borland for working with us to capture the beauty of Oregon Sunshine, the perfect plant for every dry, sunny garden.

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Kristina and Louise Do Sheet Mulching!

This quick and fun little project at our office transformed an area
with grassy grass into a sweet spot for a shade garden next year. 
Watch this short little video ---- and think about where you can
use this technique in your landscape!
Thank you, Wanda Borland for coming by to film us, and  
thanks so much, Louise Zeringue, for helping with this project, and more!  

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Pollinteer Spotlight!

With two mentions in this one newsletter, we certainly want to focus
this Spotlight on Wanda Borland!
Thanks to another awesome Pollinteer, Julia Babb,
we have this sweet accolade to our friend and colleague!
Much gratitude, Wanda!  

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Worried About the Hornets?! Don't Bee!

We just had to share this blog by Ruby Reid, co-owner of Valhalla Organics
and excellent PPRV Board Member.
Ruby is right - there is no need to freak out!
"Calling this insect a “murder hornet,” a moniker that has come up seemingly overnight, is really inaccurate and unnecessary."
There have been NO sightings in S. Oregon!  And besides, 2 inches is quite large! Please do not confuse a bumblebee or a 'normal' wasp with this insect
that most of us will never see!

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Gardening for Pollinators
Saturday, June 6, 10am - 12pm (tentative)

Shooting Star Nursery, Central Point

First, Kristina will delve into the fascinating world of pollinators,
from native bees to hummingbirds and beyond.
Then, Christie will take you on a tour of the nursery to talk about the
best plants to attract pollinators to your garden throughout the seasons.
Kristina is president of PPRV and Christie is co-owner of Shooting Star Nursery.
Click here to visit the Facebook event (event dependent on reopening rules).
Fee: $15 or $25 per couple
Maximum: 15

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Pollinators' Pick

Rachel Carson is one of our sheroes.
Enjoy this 5 minute animation about her life and work to reduce
pesticide use and make the planet a better and safer place for all creatures.
(A great choice for Mother's Day, right!?)

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Please Support Our Work!

We will continue work to inspire, educate, and advocate for the pollinators
and beneficial insects who pollinate the nutritious food crops we enjoy every day, and the trees, shrubs, and flowers that beautify our Valley in so many ways.
We are grateful for your encouragement and support, and invite you to
make a financial contribution - $3 or $3,000, it helps us get the work done.  
Thank you!

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PPRV Seeks Volunteers!

Pollinator Project Rogue Valley is a fun place to volunteer!
Come help us get good things going with pollinators, plants, gardens,
(no) pesticides, and more!
We invite you to bee involved!

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Questions or Comments?  Please contact us at 
pollinator@pollinatorprojectroguevalley.org

Keep up to date with all things Pollinator on our Facebook page: 

Pollinator Project Rogue Valley

Thank you, Beyond Toxics, for sharing your office with us!

Office Hours: noon - 5 pm, Tuesday - Friday 
and by appointment
312 N. Main St., Suite B, Phoenix
Mail: PO Box 242, Phoenix, OR 97535
458-214-0508
Visit our website.  
Click here for archived editions of The Pollinator Times. 

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