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WVU’s Extension Office for Putnam County is offering a series of free workshops on the creation of backyard pollinator gardens. Sessions are as follows: May 18th – Honey Bee 101 An introduction to starting an apiary and a refresher for established beekeepers May 25th – Plant Species Selection and Small-Scale Pollinator Habitats Which plant attract specific pollinators and designing pollinator “Victory Gardens” June 1st – Pollinator Habitats with NRCS Establishing large-scale pollinator habitats and NRCS pollinator programs The seminars will be held in person at the Main Library in Teays Valley, but seating is limited so registration is requested. A Zoom link is also available upon request, along with recordings and other materials. Please call Extension Agent Ben Goff at 304-586-0217 or 304-675-0888 to register, or to request a Zoom link.