Tag: monarch joint venture

What’s in a name? Looking at the creative names gardeners give waystations.

From a database of 37,000 monarch garden names, we learned what ideas and concepts people have about monarch gardens. Gardens were often named after the place they were located, family members, animals, or mortality. Beyond being creative and pun-filled, garden names provide an insight into how people connect with their gardens and monarch conservation. Continue reading "What’s in a name? Looking at the creative names gardeners give waystations."

Wild Ones Receives Grant Funding to Advance Pollinator Conservation Initiatives 

Wild Ones is happy to announce the receipt of grant funding for its impactful Wild for Monarchs program from long-time partner, Monarch Joint Venture. The grant will allow Wild Ones to expand their educational outreach efforts and promote the importance of pollinator conservation.  Continue reading "Wild Ones Receives Grant Funding to Advance Pollinator Conservation Initiatives "

Embracing the Challenge: Anthony Battah’s Epic Ultra-Trail for Monarchs

As summer draws to a close in 2023, a remarkable journey is poised to unfold, weaving together athleticism, environmental advocacy, and a resounding call to action for a treasured pollinator. Meet Anthony Battah, an accomplished ultra-marathoner, who’s gearing up for an extraordinary endeavor known as the Ultra-Trail Monarch campaign. This monumental mission isn’t just about […] Continue reading "Embracing the Challenge: Anthony Battah’s Epic Ultra-Trail for Monarchs"