Conservation in Colorado -- Wild bee diversity, ecology, and conservation in Colorado

01/24/2018 06:30 PM - 08:00 PM MT

Admission

  • $10.00  -  ASGD Member
  • $13.00  -  non-member

Location

Breckenridge Brewery Littleton Tasting Room

Summary

Our popular Conservation in Colorado adult lecture series returns this winter! Colorado has one of the most diverse bee faunas in the continental US and a long history of research on wild bee ecology, evolution, and diversity. Dr. Adrian Carper will introduce us to the fascinating diversity of bees and their natural history. Discover his research aimed at understanding human impacts on Colorado's bees, and discuss potential conservation practices to promote wild bees both locally and across the state.

Description

Conservation in Colorado Adult Lecture Series at Breckenridge Brewery, Littleton

Wednesday, January 24, 6:30-8pm, “Wild bee diversity, ecology, and conservation in Colorado” with Dr. Adrian Carper from CU Boulder

Our popular Conservation in Colorado adult lecture series returns this winter!  Colorado has one of the most diverse bee faunas in the continental US and a long history of research on wild bee ecology, evolution, and diversity. Dr. Adrian Carper will introduce us to the fascinating diversity of bees and their natural history. Discover his research aimed at understanding human impacts on Colorado's bees, and discuss potential conservation practices to promote wild bees both locally and across the state.

Cash bar available to sample beers from Breckenridge Brewery or non-alcoholic beverages.

Meeting Place:  Tasting Room at Breckenridge Brewery Littleton, 2920 Brewery Ln, Littleton, CO 80120

Leaders: Industry Experts and Kate Hogan, Community Outreach Coordinator

Registration required. Members $10 per session; non-members $13 per session