Bees, butterflies, birds and bats have an important role in Wisconsin’s ecosystem and are vital to creating and maintaining the habitats that many animals rely on for food and shelter. But how does it all work, and what are some easy ways that residents can help support biodiversity? Shereen Siewert joins beekeepers Bill Korb of the Chippewa Valley Beekeepers Association and Waupaca’s Dr. Michael Bauer, Nicaragua Bee Project founder and educator, for a look at the role of honeybees and beekeepers. Later, she’ll be joined by Lake Wissota State Park Naturalist and Master Gardener Sue Crisp, for a better understanding of how to support pollinators as they maintain a healthy Wisconsin ecosystem.
The Nicaragua Bee Project: https://nicaraguabeeproject.org/
Bill Korb’s Beekeeping Videos: https://www.youtube.com/user/TheWgkorb/videos
Lake Wissota State Park Information: https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/parks/lakewissota
Episode Credits
- Shereen Siewert Host
- Rick Reyer Producer
- Joy Ratchkramer Producer
- Kate Spranger Producer
- Bill Korb Guest
- Dr. Michael Bauer Guest
- Sue Crisp Guest
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