Join the Vancouver Bee Project for the Annual Mason Bee Cocoon Cleaning Event—a hands-on community gathering all about one of our most important native pollinators!

The event begins at 9:30 AM, and at 10:00 AM we’ll offer a short talk covering mason bees:

• Their fascinating lifecycle

• The flowers and plants they love most

• Simple stewardship strategies to support their survival

After the talk, you’ll have the opportunity to clean your own bee houses with the guidance of experienced volunteers. Bring your bee houses from home, or simply join us to learn the process and connect with others who care about pollinator health.

This event is free, kid friendly, and open to all—no RSVP required. Just show up, bring your curiosity (and your bee house if you have one), and leave with new knowledge and cleaner cocoons ready for spring.

✅ What to Bring

• Your mason bee house (if you have one) - we also sell them if you want to purchase one

• A small container or bag to carry cocoons home

• Mason Bee houses can be quite dirty, bring gloves or disposable gloves (optional)

• Your questions and curiosity!

🌿 What to Expect

• A short, beginner-friendly talk on mason bee biology and care

• Hands-on guidance for safely cleaning cocoons

• A chance to meet others who steward native bees in our community

• Free educational resources to support your pollinator habitat

• Mason Bee houses and tubes for sale