Vermont is home to hundreds of species of wild bees, along with butterflies, moths, flies, and other insects that help pollinate our wildflowers and crops. But where do they live? How do they find food and raise their young? And where do they go during our long, cold winters?

Join MALT board member and Xerces Society conservation scientist Emily May for a family-friendly look at the fascinating and sometimes surprising lives of Vermont's pollinators, from bustling spring forests and summer meadows to the hidden worlds of winter.

WHO: Emily May is a Senior Conservation Scientist with the Xerces Society’s Pesticide Reduction Program. She works with farmers, researchers, conservation professionals, and agencies across the U.S. to reduce pesticide risks to pollinators and other beneficial insects, support the adoption of ecologically sound pest management practices, and expand high-quality habitat in working lands. Emily contributes technical expertise to Xerces’ science-based resources, outreach, and policy efforts. She holds a master’s degree in Entomology and Ecology, Evolutionary Biology and Behavior from Michigan State University and a bachelor's degree in Conservation Biology from Middlebury College. She is based in Cornwall.

WHAT: The Secret Lives of Vermont's Pollinators

WHEN: December 6th, 3:30-5pm

WHERE:  Waybury Inn-457 E Main St, Middlebury, VT 05753

COST: FREE!

SPECIAL OFFER: MALT & Mingle attendees can receive a 10% discount on dinner. Please make a reservation by calling the Waybury Inn at (802) 388-4015