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Part of the series Bee Week

Community Science Workshop

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In this bee-focused hands-on workshop with conservation photographer Krystle Hickman, learn about macro photography and how to document the wildlife in your backyard; how buzz pollination works; and how community science contributes to research and conservation. Bring your camera or phone camera if you'd like to experiment using your own equipment and discover your inner community scientist

Bio

Krystle Hickman is National Geographic Explorer, TEDx speaker, and advocate for the conservation of native bees. She has lectured at institutions like UCLA, Harvard, and the California Native Plant Society. Krystle's commitment to conservation takes her across the globe, documenting rare native bees without resorting to any form of lethal collecting. Her dedication to preserving these vital pollinators is reflected in the powerful narratives conveyed through her photographs.

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