Educational Materials on Pollinator-Friendly Yards to Increase Residential Support

There are over 200,000 pollinator species in the world and humans rely on them for a diverse range of wants and needs. Everything from daily nourishment to the global economy can be traced back to these little creatures, yet pollinator populations are declining and at risk of global extinction. The health and future of pollinators relies greatly upon the public's support and evidence indicates residential yards can assist pollinators by providing food, shelter, and refuge. Research shows that awareness of pollinator declines correlates with one’s willingness to partake in pollinator conservation. This project answers the research question: How can educational materials on pollinator-friendly yards increase residential support for them? The project involved the creation of numerous educational materials centered on educating the public on how they can support their local pollinators. While the materials are primarily intended to be used to enhance a non-formal adult environmental education workshop centered on pollinators and pollinator-friendly yards in Minnesota, the resources can be useful to many. The goal of this project was to provide the public with the knowledge and resources they need to create a pollinator-friendly yard and adopt pro-pollinator practices.