DSWCD partnered with Bend Pollinator Pathways (BPP), an organization focused on creating habitats for native pollinators at risk of decimation. Their main goal is to create “pathways” for these native pollinators using the adjacent lands of residents, businesses, parks, and open spaces in order to maintain their native range. Six projects were completed and for each,
Spring arrives in a variety of ways in the High Desert. From the pollen in the air to increased river flows, the season often makes its yearly debut known to all. Though spring blooms may require you to break out the allergy medication, they also serve as a colorful reminder that warmer days are
The Deschutes Soil and Water Conservation District (DSWCD) has teamed up with the Bend Pollinator Pathways (BPP) initiative to cultivate vibrant habitats for native pollinators right here in Bend. This partnership underscores the critical role that native plants play in sustaining our pollinators, as these two entities have evolved together, finely tuned to each
