3. Educate others: Spread awareness about the importance of bees and other pollinators. Share information with friends and family, and consider hosting a bee-themed event, suggest a bee themed book for your book club. (3/3)
2. Give a gift that supports bees: Consider giving a jar of local honey, a bee-themed book or piece of artwork, a bee-friendly potted plant to move outside in the spring, or a donation to a pollinator-focused charity. (2/3)
How to support bees on valentines day
1. Buy seeds to plant a bee-friendly garden this spring: Bees are attracted to flowers and plants that are rich in nectar and pollen. Some great options include native wildflowers, clover, lavender, and thyme. (1/3)
Bees are in trouble and it's a buzzkill!
Habitat loss, pesticides, rising temperatures, and unpredictable weather are affecting bees' ability to find food and shelter. Without bees many plants will struggle, which will affect animals that rely them for food (including us!).
We are “hijacking” Valentine’s Day for the Bees!
This Valentine's Day take a moment to celebrate the bees that make it possible. Not only are bees vital for the environment, they also contribute to the romanticism of the day!
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Welcome to holijacked! We believe that holidays are a perfect opportunity to come together and make a difference in the world. By "hijacking" these holidays, we aim to bring attention to important social and environmental issues, and inspire people to take action.