We’ve been out doing meadow checks this week and wow—PNW native fiddleneck (Amsinckia menziesii) is absolutely popping right now 🌼

This early-season bloomer is a powerhouse for pollinators, and it’s great to see it thriving out in our local meadows. These are the kinds of plants that really show what’s possible when we prioritize native habitat.

What blooms are you seeing right now? Drop them in the comments—we’d love to hear what’s showing up in your neighborhood!

So great to see so many of you at our Spring Mason Bee Talk a few weeks ago!

We loved connecting with so many folks excited about supporting native pollinators and getting ready for the season. Thank you to everyone who showed up, asked great questions, and continues to support bees in our community.

And a big thank you to the Vancouver Hilton for providing the space and helping make this event possible!

Help Clark Conservation District prepare native trees and shrubs to be planted in Clark County!

Sign up today: L.clarkcd.org/pottingparties26

Where: CASEE
When:
Saturday, April 4, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Saturday, April 11, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Saturday, April 18, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

We’ve been working with schools for years to help install mason bee houses and support pollinators on campus.

Recently, we partnered with the Ridgefield High School environmental science classes to install a new bee house at RHS. It’s great to see students getting hands-on with real habitat work and learning how to support native bees.

Check it out!

Celebrate Earth Day with us at the Water Center BioBlitz! 🌎🐝🌼

Help document plants, insects, birds, and more while exploring wetlands and forest habitats at the Water Resources Education Center. This fun, family-friendly event includes guided walks—and we’ll be leading a Bee Walk!

📅 Saturday, April 25
🕙 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 4600 SE Columbia Way, Vancouver

Sign up or drop in and explore with us!
🔗 https://www.cityofvancouver.us/events/water-center-bioblitz-2/

Mason bees are emerging! 🌼

But what are they foraging on right now?

Thanks to the Washington Bee Atlas—now in year 4 of data collection—we’re learning that mason bees are generalist pollinators, visiting a wide range of early spring blooms. This includes plants in the Ranunculales family (buttercups), the rose family (like fruit trees), and many more.

Dive into the data here:
🔗 https://imerss.github.io/imerss-bioinfo/indexBeasWaBA.html

We recently had the chance to visit the Port of Vancouver’s water treatment pond—and it’s planted with native pollinator habitat! 🌼

Check out this beautiful Oregon sunshine lighting up the pond slopes. These native plantings provide critical forage for bees and other pollinators while supporting smart, functional landscapes.

Huge thanks to the Port for investing in native plants and pollinator habitat! #PaisajismoSostenible #BeeCityUSA

Tomorrow’s the day! Join us for Spring Mason Bees & Other Pollinators 🌼

This is a FREE event—come learn about native bees, how to support them at home, and connect with others who care about pollinators.

📍 Downtown Hilton Vancouver – 2nd Floor, Cedar Room
🎁 BONUS: Be there for your chance to win a FREE mason bee house + bees ready to go!

Don’t miss it—we’ll see you there!

🔗 https://vancouverbeeproject.org/events/spring-mason-bees-other-pollinators

From our friends at Clark Conservation District: Looking to learn more about local water resources and how to protect them? Clark Conservation District's Watershed Stewardship Program is a six-week educational opportunity designed for anyone interested in conservation, local wildlife, and making a positive impact in their community.

Become a Watershed Steward this spring with Stormwater Partners of SW Washington and Clark CD! Learn more and sign up here: clarkcd.org/watershed-stewardship