Get Involved in the Highland 2024 Big Pollinator Count  at Wild Flower Mosaic Meadows in Highland.

  August 7th – 21st August 2024

We are excited to announce our Big Pollinator Count taking place this August at the stunning Wild Flower mini Meadows in Highland, and we need your help to make it a success!

Why Pollinators Matter

Pollinators, such as bees, butterflies, and other insects, play a vital role in our ecosystems. They are responsible for the pollination of many plants, which in turn supports our food supply and the health of natural habitats. However, pollinator populations are under threat from habitat loss, climate change, and pesticide use. By participating in our pollinator count, you can help us gather crucial data to support conservation efforts and protect these essential creatures. This will also allow us to monitor the success of our volunteer created mini meadows!

How You Can Participate

1. 1. Visit a Wild Flower Meadow: Whether it’s one of our designated Meadow Mosaic patches or a wildflower meadow you know and love, take some time to explore and observe.

Find one here: https://www.highlandenvironmentforum.info/meadows-map/

2. Count the Pollinators: During your visit, take note of the different pollinators you see. Pay attention to bees, butterflies, hoverflies, and other insects visiting the flowers.
3. Submit Your Observations: Use our easy-to-access online form to submit your findings. The form can be found here:

https://surveys.highlifehighland.com/s3/The-Big-Annual-Pollinator-Count. Your contributions will be added to our meadow map, helping us track pollinator activity across the region.

4. Join us on one of our FREE Pollinator count events:  details here: Upcoming Events – High Life Highland Rangers

 Ranger Pollinator events

Monday 12^th August:

Lil’s Garden (The Court House Garden), Grantown-on-Spey 2pm – 3pm

Tuesday 13 August:

Wick Riverside 11-12noon

Newtonhill community woodland, Caithness  2-3pm

Dingwall 1-3pm

Thurso Leisure Centre 10-11am

Clachtoll 11-12noon

Wednesday 14th August

Strontian 11am – 12

Spean Bridge play area 2-3pm

Wednesday 21^st August

Culloden Avenue, Inverness 1-2pm

Why Your Participation is Important

Every observation counts! The data you provide will help scientists and conservationists understand the health of our pollinator populations and the effectiveness of our wildflower meadows. This information is crucial for developing strategies to protect and enhance these habitats, ensuring that pollinators can continue to thrive.

Spread the Word

Please share this initiative with your friends, family, and community. The more people involved, the better our understanding of the pollinator populations in Highland will be. Together, we can make a significant impact on the conservation of these vital insects.

Let’s make this pollinator count the biggest and best yet!