Earthwise Tsawwassen is a resource on ecological gardening, a model of best practice for sustainable horticulture, and where community connects with nature.
The secret night life of Earthwise barn owls!
This photo was taken in the White Barn. It will give us some idea of the owls' night time activity, and which owl is doing most of the foraging.
One female spent 45 minutes on the window ledge preening and posturing recently!
For those of our followers located in bee-utiful British Columbia, we wish you all a very enjoyable #FamilyDay!
Here's the solution to the #bee#forage word search we posted on Feb. 11. Thanks again to Cassie at @HoneybeeCentre Education!
Download here: https://t.co/KURdqXk1rV
Just in time for #FamilyDay in BC, here's a word search featuring #bee#forage plants. We'll post the solution on Mon, Feb 15 so get printing and playing with your family!
With thanks to Cassie at @HoneybeeCentre Education!
Download image and clues: https://t.co/tr5fS7GNKX
Pollinator Conservation Resources: Pacific Northwest Region ~ @xercessociety
Thinking about spring already? We are and thanks to Xerces you now have a whole host of resources for the Pacific Northwest Region just a mouse-click away.
Click to fully enjoy: https://t.co/9XMUrRdbRl
PolliNation Podcast 163 - 2020 Year in Review
In this episode we catch-you-up with guest Ian Tait who wrote a post per day since January 1, 2020 showcasing what was new in bee and pollinator studies, initiatives, information and ideas.
Listen here: https://t.co/y1Gy9R3RkA
Help Earthwise Society continue to make a difference in 2021. Your support is always appreciated!
To learn more about making a donation, please visit: https://t.co/5lj0NSjfpt
Day 357 ~ Advice to first-time gardeners: Think small. Find your spot.
If you grow frustrated because of too many things happening the first year, there’s a good chance you won’t feel like #gardening for a second. You can expand as your skills develop.
https://t.co/PFpE0YyAnn
Day 356 ~ Enhancing Urban and Suburban Landscapes to Protect Pollinators
Homeowners, gardeners, landscape professionals and volunteer groups can work to attract #pollinators to their properties. This guide offers #plant lists, #garden designs and advice.
https://t.co/LAsVZBAowY
With the help of some of our amazing volunteers, we've planted 500 yellow tulip bulbs!
We can't wait to see all of them come to life this spring!
Stay tuned! 🌷🌷🌷
Have you seen active #bumblebees in your neighbourhood? That's why you need to include #pollen- and #nectar-rich #nativeplant choices for all-season blooms in your yard or #garden so you can #feedthebees too !!
Thanks, BBCT.
#GardenTogether 🐝 Fix up your gardening tools this winter! Time to get those secateurs sharpened, wash your gardening gloves and fix other equipment suffering loose screws or wobbly handles. Sharpening your tools is better for your plants as a clean cut will help prevent disease
International Volunteer Day takes place every year on December 5 to shine a light on the impact of volunteer efforts everywhere.
We wish to thank the many volunteers who support us at our Delta and Agassiz operations.
You help make us grow ... thank you!
@EarthwiseTSA program coordinator, Aubrey, and Teresa from @Lotuslight_Van, who generously supplied reusable facemasks to Delta Food Coalition member agencies - thank you!
Day 327 ~ Get Growing: Plan(t) for pollinators in fall and winter
Loosen up your grip on the clippers and leave some leaf litter, brush or rock piles in unobtrusive corners to create nesting spots, and skip the traditional fall cleanup.
Welcome the wild! https://t.co/rfbnESR1Zi
Day 325 ~ Building for bees
On balance, #bee houses offer a great way to invite this hidden universe into your landscape. At the very least, putting a #beehouse in your #garden offers a constructive and educational distraction from pandemic blues.
https://t.co/GE9EVOyRQt