Event
Spectacular Pollinators on Spectacle Island
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Free.Location:
Check-in at Long Wharf.Dates & Times
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Arrival and check-in at Long Wharf begins at 12:00pm. Departure from Long Wharf at 12:30pm. On the Island from 1:00pm to 5:00pm. Boarding for Departure from Spectacle Island begins at 5:15pm. Arrival in Boston at 6pm.
Description
Did you know that ~80% of all plant life relies on insects and other animals for pollination? This is why pollinators are considered keystone species: because life as we know it would be impossible without them. Pollinators are at the very foundation of our ecosystems, and with all they've done for us, they deserve some recognition!
So give pollinators their flowers and join us on Spectacle Island this labor day weekend for a pollinator event to close out the summer!
Join bee scientists Nick Dorian and Max McCarthy on a 30-minute pollinator safari to learn about the native pollinators of the Boston Harbor Islands! In this guided nature-walk you'll learn about these incredible insects, their life cycles, and how they do what they do!
Your ticket includes:
- Boat transportation to and from the islands
- Guided Pollinator Safaris on the hour
- Pollinator arts and crafts
- Intro to iNaturalist
- Self-guided exploration of Spectacle Island
- Hike with a Ranger
- Lawn games
- BYOP (Bring Your Own Picnic)
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Boston Harbor Islands National and State Park Photo