Learn why birds, butterflies, bats and dragonflies from other countries pass through your community and how their ancient, globe-trotting travels are threatened by climate change. Did you know monarchs travel 3,000 miles, or that five species of dragonflies migrate? Climate change affects when plants bloom and seasons change, threatening migrations of these special animals. Join us for a dynamic presentation with activities and methods to turn our neighborhoods into migratory way-stations. Watch recorded event here: Local Nature: Migration and Climate Change September 3, 2020
Leader
Kevin Munroe, Director, Long Island Preserve, The Nature Conservancy
Before moving to New York in 2019, Kevin worked as a land management specialist with the Center and led several popular public events on orthopterans like grasshoppers and crickets, animals out after dark, and a spring bird-a-thon. He led two popular virtual events with the Center last spring on dragflies and creating shelter for wildlife. Kevin is a self-described nature geek, with a special interest in birds, dragonflies, backyard habitat and managing land for biodiversity.
Logistics
No previous experience or knowledge is required. This event is recommended for ages 12 and up.
Zoom meeting details will be sent to you upon registration. If you have not used Zoom before, please allow time to download and install the application before the event. Please log-in a few minutes early, as it may take more than one attempt if servers are busy.
How to Sign Up
Register at the link below. Each participant should register separately. Registration is free.
About the Center
Sonoma State University’s Center for Environmental Inquiry empowers university students to work with community members on the environmental challenges of the North Bay. Our mission is to create an engaged and environmentally ready society, one where all people have the skills to find solutions to the challenges facing our earth. SSU Preserves are open to everyone engaged in education or research. Reservations are required.