Xerces Events

Bees are struggling due to habitat loss, pesticides, and disease, but the good news is that there are things we can do to make our landscape better for bees—and if we all do something, together we can have a big impact. Matthew Shepherd and Aaron Anderson of the Xerces Society will introduce you to the diversity and natural history of North America’s native bees, and present straightforward ways in which you can make your garden—or neighborhood or city—a pollinator haven. Find out how to select flowers, provide nest sites, and why you should avoid pesticides. There are also community science projects to join in and other ways to engage your community.

This webinar will be recorded and available on our YouTube channel. Closed Captioning will be available during this webinar.

Learn more and register here today!


Matthew Shepherd - Director of Outreach and Education - Xerces Society


Aaron Anderson - Pesticide Program Specialist, Towns and Cities Lead - Xerces Society

To request a reasonable accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility, please contact outreach@xerces.org.

There are many ways to create pollinator habitat in your backyard. From plants to overwintering habitat, one small step can make a difference. Join Jennifer Hopwood, Senior Pollinator Conservation Biologist and Rachel Dunham, Community Engagement and Volunteer Coordinator, to explore the steps people can take to build their own pollinator haven. From tips on sourcing plants to lessons learned, there is something for everyone.

This webinar will be recorded and available on our YouTube channel. Closed Captioning will be available during this webinar.

Learn more and register here today!


Jennifer Hopwood - Senior Pollinator Conservation Specialist, NRCS Partner Staff Support, Roadside Specialist - Xerces Society


Rachel Dunham - Community Engagement and Volunteer Coordinator - Xerces Society

To request a reasonable accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility, please contact outreach@xerces.org.

Join the Pollinator Friendly Alliance and Xerces Society staff for three days of live presentations on the latest science about pollinator conservation with innovative strategies for field practitioners. This annual summit will feature a wealth of experts and topics on ecologically sound land practices that promote pollinators, climate resilience, clean water and lands.

Learn more, view the full 2026 summit schedule of presenters, and register here today!

Xerces Society presenters include:


Sharon Selvaggio - Pesticide Program Specialist, Parks, Nurseries & Natural Areas Lead


Kevin Burls - Endangered Species Conservation Biologist


Emily May - Agricultural Conservation Lead, Pesticide Program


Rae Powers - Pollinator Conservation Specialist, NRCS Partner Biologist, Nebraska and South Dakota


Rich Hatfield - Senior Endangered Species Conservation Biologist, Bumble Bee Conservation Lead

This event is hosted by the Pollinator Friendly Alliance and is intended for gardeners, restoration practitioners, researchers, policy advocates, students, and anyone with an interest in the topic. For questions, please contact Laurie Schneider at laurie@pollinatorfriendly.org.

This event will be recorded and available to view after the summit.