BE KIND TO POLLINATORS AND THE PLANET WE ALL SHARE.

Focus on Beesponsible Basics

Gain an appreciation for the wonders of honeybees as well as the many important native bee species.
Show respect for all bees, their foraging instincts and their natural habitats.
Plant bee-friendly flowers, shrubs and trees in your garden and landscaping.
Go pesticide-free and use natural methods to manage problem weeds and pests.
Leave some patches of bare dirt (free of mulch, turf or fabric) to provide a home for ground-nesting bees.
Provide natural nesting materials (such as a tree snag, old log or brush pile) as habitat for cavity-nesting bees.
Add a shallow, clean water source to your garden — bees and other insects will appreciate it.

Spread awareness of the important connection between bees, humans, our food supply and our natural ecosystems.
Urge your elected officials to support bee-friendly legislature.
Encourage your local leaders or city council to fill public spaces with pollinator-friendly plants.
Get involved in community gardening initiatives.
Give your neighbors a gift of potted bee-friendly flowers or wildflower seed packets.
Inspire friends, family and younger generations to learn more about the benefits of bees and their many wonders.

Cultivate an awareness of how you eat, what you eat and why it matters.
Shop local food sources including neighborhood grocers, farmers' markets and Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) programs.
Buy raw, ethically sourced honey.
Grow your own fruits, vegetables and herbs at home.
Ask questions to gain an understanding about your food's growth and preparation.
Understand and appreciate the many food crops that rely on bee pollination.
Take control of the ingredients that go into your meals by learning (or relearning) how to cook.
Practice mindful eating to reduce food waste. Compost your organic food scraps to keep them out of the landfill and return nutrients to the ground instead.

Reduce your everyday impact on the environment to lower your carbon footprint.
Eliminate the application of toxic pesticides and other chemicals in your lawn and garden.
Turn off your electronics and lights in your home when not in use. Also turn off outdoor lights at night (or use motion-activated lights) to reduce light pollution.
Refuse single-use plastics when grocery shopping or eating out.
Purchase (and use) fewer disposable household items.
Walk, bike, carpool or use public transit when possible.
Pick up litter in your neighborhood as well as city parks, beaches and other public areas.
Shut off running water when brushing teeth and hand-washing dishes.
Switch to chemical-free cleaning products, or try making your own with natural ingredients.
Reduce, reuse and recycle.