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At the end of July into the beginning of August, there are very few new flowers blooming and we're starting to see leaves drop from the trees, yet there are so many wild animals who still need late-season flowers in order to survive and thrive! Learn more about July-September blooming flowers, how to reestablish native landscapes, and how to create fun seed balls to plant native flowers everywh...

Explore the natural world and learn about trees during this Arbor Day & Earth Month special presentation! In this Wildcrafting with Trees, hour long, virtual zoom seminar, participants will go beyond the ecosystem roles of trees and dive into a unique thing that trees provide - wildcrafting services! (Edit - Tylenol is not from willows, Asprin is! Sorry for that little typo). 00:00 Start 00:45 ...

Discover the beauty and role of colors in the plant world and learn how to utilize those pigments in order to create gorgeous dyes for textiles! In this Intro to Botanical Dye, hour long, virtual zoom seminar, participants will learn a little bit about plant pigments, the chemistry of colors, and how to make their own plant-based dyes. 00:00 Start 00:22 Intro to The Art of Ecology & In-Person B...

In this presentation, learn how to identify local birds by sight and sound, then get inspired to create 6 bird-themed projects designed to protect and conserve local bird populations! Join for monthly virtual environmental education programs at www.TheArtofEcology.com/calendar-of-events Support my educational content by becoming a patron. Patreon subscribers have access to exclusive video tutor...

Let's get up-close and personal with this Brood X Cicada by taking a look at its anatomy under my microscope. Investigate what makes this a true bug, as well as what the various parts of its body are for (like the ocelli, tymbal plates, and more!). Note - this cicada specimen was found dead, most likely due to parasite damage. There was no unethical harvesting or harming the creature.

It's National Pollinator Month (June), but celebrating pollinators and protecting them should be a priority year round as we garden for wildlife! Create this Butterfly puddler, which can provide minerals, vitamins, and necessary sugars for butterfly caterpillar egg development, then place it outside where the butterflies can feast. Learn more about gardening for wildlife and pollinator conserva...

Watch as I create a plant stand using a tree cookie and garden weed cloth staples! Visit my sticker shop for this design and more! www.theartofecology.etsy.com

It's finally gardening season, and here in Southeastern PA the last frost date is fast approaching - meaning that it's safe to put indoor seed starters into the ground. If you are looking for a biodegradable seed pot on a budget (those peat pots can be pricey when you buy a lot and peat also isn't a very sustainable option), look no further than these origami pots that you can make with scrap p...

Did you know that I create stickers out of my many scientific and botanical illustrations? Stay hydrated/work in style and use these stickers to spark conversations about the importance of keeping habitats healthy and wildlife protected. Find stickers at www.theartofecology.etsy.com

In this presentation, explore the benefits of houseplants on our mental & physical well-being, as well as how to care for some common houseplants. At the end, watch and learn how to create your own kokedama using orchids, moss, bark chips, and twine. By incorporating houseplants into your winter decoration, you can keep some of the seasonal depression at bay and get that beautiful green of grow...

Reptile and Amphibian Eggs vs. Pollution Object Lesson

Dyeing a Cotton Shirt with Eucalyptus Plants

For What it's Earth Season 3: Episode 9 | Can We Save the Mountain Gorillas?

For What it's Earth Season 3: Episode 8 | Adventures with Fossil Fuels

For What it's Earth Season 3: Episode 7 | Adventure into the ice age

For What It's Earth Season 3: Episode 6 | Climate Change & Hope

For What it's Earth Season 3: Episode 5 | Climate Change & Soil, Plate Tectonics, and Permafrost

For What it's Earth Season 3: Episode 4 | Climate Change & Terrestrial Ecosystems

For What it's Earth Season 3: Episode 3 | Climate Change and Oceans

For What it's Earth Season 3: Episode 2 | Climate and Weather

For What it's Earth Season 3: Episode 1 Climate Change Mini Series

Don't Carve into the Trees and Leave no Trace!

Wildlife Track Trap Educational Project

Creating an Upcycled Propagation Station

DIY Bird-Friendly Holiday Garland

Summer Wildflower Wedding Florals: Timelapse

Identifying and Foraging for Wild Mulberries

Natural Leaf Imprint Note Card Eco Art Activity

Nature and NeuroArt Mini Walkthrough