Meadow Fritillary finding nectar in a fall-blooming Goldenrod flower. Spotted in a nature center, Kentucky Bluegrass Region

Focus on nature and you will see clearly

How to Support Pollinators

Explore our three-step guide below to see how you can get started today.

How to Protect Pollinators

Common Bumblebee finding nectar in the mid-summer blooming sunflower.
Common Bumblebee (Bombus impatiens) on sunflower

Explore the world of pollinators!

Get to know your local bees and butterflies while uncovering the specific flowers and habitats they enjoy the most.

Summer garden layered with cosmos flowers, petunias grasses with Pipevine Swallowtails searching for nectar. Arboretum, Kentucky
Summer Garden Arboretum

Build a thriving pollinator sanctuary!

Grow pollinator friendly habitats that attract local pollinators using native plants to create vibrant pocket gardens that bloom across the seasons.

Pollinator enthusiasts exploring in a tall grass prairie for summer butterflies. Annual Butterfly Count, Kentucky Inner Bluegrass Region
Pollinator Enthusiasts Look for Butterflies

Discover and connect with your community!

Share your pollinator knowledge with friends and participate in local citizen science projects that contribute to vital habitat research.

Resources

Join us on a journey through the seasons, following the fascinating lives of pollinators. Each week, we’ll share insightful field notes and captivating stories that shed light on the vital role these incredible creatures play in our ecosystem.


Create a haven for pollinator enthusiasts like yourself. Share your stunning photos with fellow naturalists and conservationist who protect these remarkable insects.



Explore Pollinators by Season

Spring Pollinators: The First Buzz of Spring. Discover early pollinators and the plants that support them.

Summer Pollinators: Lifecycles in Action. Explore the summer lifecycles of pollinators.

A Pollinator Life Cycle & Seasonal Habitat infographic displaying the four seasonal pollinator lifecycles: Spring, Summer, Fall, winter

Fall Pollinators: Leaves and Stems. Learn how bees and butterflies prepare for winter and the habitats they need.

Winter Pollinators: Hidden Habitats. Uncover the hidden life of pollinators in winter, including those who migrate or remain.


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