Air B & Bees for Pollinators
This program was designed to create pollinator-friendly gardens in an urban setting by using native plants in the landscape to attract pollinators. Even a small garden can make a big difference! Pollinators have evolved with native plants and most pollinators feed on specific plant species.
Interested in participating in this project? Here’s what you need to know:
- CEA will either prepare your site and install your native plants, or assist you in preparation and planting in order to establish your garden.
- You must live within the city limits of Warrensburg.
- Suggested minimum site size is 3 feet by 5 feet.
- Avoid the use of weed cloth. Most bees nest underground.
- CEA requests that you make a 3 year commitment.
- Plants used should be free of pesticides that harm pollinators. Plants purchased at garden centers have often been treated with neonicotinoids.
If your application is accepted, CEA will schedule a site visit to discuss what pollinators you are interested in attracting in order to choose the appropriate native plants.
Application may be mailed to Vernon Elsberry at 264 NE 35 Road, Warrensburg or emailed to [email protected].
Please contact Vernon at 660.747.5394 with any questions.
Visit http://www.grownative.com for more information about native plants
Pollinators are vital to maintaining healthy ecosystems.
Turkeyfoot Prairie
Turkeyfoot Prairie, a seven acre introduced prairie, was established in 1997 as part of the Warrensburg Parks and Recreation Department. Oscar Hawksley, UCM biology professor emeritus, and Jeff Hodges were instrumental in its creation. At some point in time Turkeyfoot Prairie became neglected and CEA took over the maintenance responsibilities in order to preserve and improve upon this vital ecosystem. CEA works to eradicate woody plants that are detrimental to the flourishing of prairie, organizes and performs prescribed burns, and keeps paths mowed so the community can visit and enjoy the prairie. CEA added a wildflower demonstration garden, bat houses, wood duck houses, as well as restoring a slough on the far side of the prairie. CEA also hosts field trips to Turkeyfoot Prairie.
What is the Purpose?
Prairies are important habitat for a variety of wildlife including pollinators. Native prairie plants have deep roots that sequester significant amounts of carbon, which helps counter climate change. Prairies are also important in storm water filtration, which protects our streams from pollutants.
What is the Goal?
CEA continues to maintain Turkeyfoot Prairie so that it will be around for future generations to learn from and enjoy.
What Can You Do?
Please consider volunteering an hour of your time on Wednesday mornings at either 8:00 or 9:00, depending on the season and weather. The current meeting time will be kept current on this site. Volunteer opportunities include weeding, spreading mulch, helping with prescribed burns, harvesting seeds, spreading seeds, and other maintenance chores as needed.
April 27, 2024 from 1:30-3:30
Earth Day
CEA hosts Earth Day at the Farm (UCM Farm) each year as the culminating event of UCM’s Earth Week. It is a family oriented event including many hands-on activities to inspire sustainability. Local vendors and local music set the tone and creative community members provide interactive booths that are fun and educational. Depending on the year you might experience upcycling, woodworking, compost building, gardening, rain barrels, keeping bees, reusable bag making, seed planting, native plants, electric cars, and more. Knob Noster State Park attends with information about the park, one of our great community assets, as well as kid-friendly activities. Sometimes we even bring out the bike-blender and make smoothies. It’s not always great weather, but it’s always a great time!
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