October 15, 2026 7:00 PM –9:00 PM

Presentation: "The Gulf Coast Solitary Bee" by Jordan Wingate

Our local barrier islands are host to a unique little bee, the Gulf Coast solitary bee (Hesperapis oraria). The bee is a ground-dwelling pollinator insect that forages only in the barrier islands of Mississippi, Alabama, and Florida.

Its sole source of nectar and pollen is the Honeycombhead (Balduina angustifolia) flower. This is a rare plant blooms in Fall throughout our coastal dunes.

Come learn about the special relationship between this rare flower and its bee pollinator, and the vital role Gulf Islands National Seashore and several state parks play in their survival.

Jordan Wingate is the Escambia County's Environmental Program Manager with the Coastal Programs Division.

There will be snacks and social time after the presentation.

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There is ample free parking in front of the building.

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