Six-legged Summit: An Insect Conference

Join us for a full day of learning all about the wonderful world of insects. This program involves multiple sessions, including outdoor field trips, indoor photo-filled presentations and family-friendly activities. All participants will receive lunch, and can expect to bring home resources and inspiration to take action on behalf of insects, as well as a renewed sense of awe and wonder.

For each concurrent session, you can choose from two options, including indoor presentations and guided hikes outdoors.

Schedule

8:45 am – Doors open
9:00 am – Welcome & introduction
9:15 - 10:30 am – 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐬𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐈
—— Robberflies with Mike Reese
—— Monarch Butterflies with Karen Oberhauser
10:45 - 12:00 pm – 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐬𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐈𝐈
—— Dragonflies with Edgar Spalding (outdoor tour)
—— Bumblebees with Jade Kochanski
12:00 - 1:00 pm – Lunch
1:00 - 2:15 pm – 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐬𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐈𝐈𝐈
—— Monarch Butterflies with Karen Oberhauser (outdoor tour)
—— Dragonflies with Edgar Spalding

Children are welcome to attend with an adult. Activities are most appropriate for adults and kids 5+.

Leaders
Karen Oberhauser, Mike Reese, Edgar Spalding and others. A number of guest speakers will share their passion and knowledge. Learn from experts on butterflies, bumblebees, dragonflies and robber flies.

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Please register by July 10, 2025.