VIDEOS & WEBINARS

Discovering native bee diversity with expert speaker Ryan Bartlett of Colorado Native Bee.

What do Stephen Hornbeck of High Plains Environmental Center, Emily McAuley of Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield Greenhouse, Eric Johnson of Widespread Malus and Benevolence Orchards, and Robert Greer of PPAN's Board of Directors all have in common? They each grow thousands of native plants from seed every year! How do they do it (and why)?

Join ABC, NRDC, and PPAN for a talk on the science behind threats posed by neonicotinoid pesticides (“neonics”) to pollinators, birds, and our own health. These pesticides are surprisingly prevalent in our environment. They contaminate soil, water, and plant life on an unprecedented scale, driving mass losses of birds and bees, and raising alarm bells for a host of other wildlife, clean water, and human health. The webinar will also provide information on the current efforts in Colorado to support wildlife health and habitat. Find out about local action you can take and what’s happening at the federal level.

Join PPAN and bee veterinarian Dr. Nolan Bunting as we explore the fascinating links between pollinators—both native and domestic—and health. Bunting will discuss the vital roles played by domestic honeybees, native bees, and other pollinators in connecting the health of humans, animals, and ecosystems. From tiny invertebrates to larger species, these creatures contribute in countless ways to our well-being, while our actions directly impact their survival and health.

Bats are the second most diverse Order of Mammals on Earth today. With more than 1,450 species, bats provide critical ecosystem functions that support healthy and vibrant food webs. Occurring on every continent except Antarctica, bats pollinate and disperse the seeds of more than 600 plant species worldwide. Learn about the unique physiology, behavior, and ecology of bats that make them one of the most unique groups of animals in nature with Dr. Rick Adams of the University of Northern Colorado.

Check out PPAN's August 2024 webinar with Nicki Bailey! Pollinators are declining broadly, but city parks may hold the key to their success in urban settings. In this webinar Bailey will unpack the results of a city-wide study in Denver where she discovered which city parks best support pollinators, and how neighborhood income may be playing a role. She will provide suggestions for management in your own backyard to support the greatest diversity of native bees and butterflies. Representatives Jessica Andersen and Brandon Herman from DPR will also be joining us to discuss how this study will impact the future of Denver parks.

Check out PPAN’s Colorado Pollinator Month webinar! Learn how to create a thriving garden for pollinators like hummingbirds and butterflies, and discover effective strategies for weed suppression that are safe for pollinators and promote a healthy habitat. Our experts, Kate Hogan (Denver Audubon) and Skyler Smith (Denver Parks & Rec), will guide you through the principles of pollinator-safe habitat management in order to elevate your understanding of native pollinator diets and habitat health. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just starting out, this webinar will provide valuable insights and practical tips to help you make the pollinator-safe habitat of your dreams.

Check out how Denver Parks & Rec is planting for pollinators! Learn about weed suppression techniques, native plants, and more.

Check out PPAN's May webinar with expert speaker Rella Abernathy, Ph.D. from the City of Boulder - Do Mosquito Control Programs Make You Safer? As scientists raise the alarm about the decline of insects, the opposite trend is occurring with mosquitoes as populations are increasing. This webinar will describe the City's mosquito management approach by managing ecosystems and share the scientific rationale for why this approach is important, not only to reduce disease risk to people, but to have a positive impact on wetland insects, birds, amphibians, and overall ecosystem health.