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the �buzz� all about in Cleveland Metroparks?
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out through a number of free programs dedicated to bees and other
pollinators held in July at Rocky River Nature Center in Rocky
River Reservation:
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" font-variant: small-caps;">Afternoon with the
Bees
Wednesday, July 14 � 1 -
2 p.m.
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Suit up with a bee veil and gloves to look
inside the nature center's beehive. This activity is weather
dependent. Registration is required. Space is limited.lang="EN-GB" >
" font-variant: small-caps;">School of the Wilds: Backyard
Pollinators
Sunday, July 25 � 2 - 5
p.m.
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Explore the fascinating world of pollinators
with Judy Semroc, a field biologist and photographer. These
highly-evolved creatures (mostly insects) make possible one out of
three foods eaten. After Semroc's talk, take nets to the meadow to
see what pollinators can be found.
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Garden
Saturday, July 31 � 1 -
2 p.m
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Pollinators are disappearing from our natural
landscape. Come learn how to save the pollinators by planting a
flower garden to attract these winged wonders. Pollination will
save the nation!
" font-variant: small-caps;">Meet the Beekeeper
Saturday, July 31 � 1:30
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Learn about life in the honeybee hive from
Naturalist Kathy Schmidt, who is also a beekeeper. How do they make
honey? What does the queen do all day? Do they ever rest? Bring
questions and curiosity to this fascinating program.
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In addition to these programs, everyone
is invited to attend the free �Pollinator Power�
Weekend at Rocky River Nature Center on Saturday and Sunday,
July 31 and August 1 from 1 to 4 p.m. Pollinators are responsible
for most of the food humans eat and plants humans love. Visitors
can meet a beekeeper, learn how to attract pollinators to yards,
and take a net out with a naturalist to identify some of these
beloved bugs.
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River Nature Center is located at 24000 Valley Parkway in Rocky
River Reservation, north of Cedar Point Road in North Olmsted. For
more information, call 440-734-6660.
" line-height: 150%; text-indent: .5in;">"EN-GB">Discover what all the �buzz� is about in Cleveland
Metroparks - part of your life, naturally.
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