BUILD A MASON BEE HOUSE WITH ASHLEY MERBACK
Class Details
Tuition: $75
Materials fee: $20
All tools and materials provided. Please wear closed-toed shoes and no loose jewelry or clothing.
Please note: you will be directed to a Square link to finalize your registration.
Need a scholarship to attend a class? We offer full and half tuition awards (scholarships do not apply to class materials fee). Email info@tarweedfolkschool.com to register.
Accessibility note: Standing for 2+ hours, remaining calm when using heavy, machinery. Loud, abrupt noises will occur during the class.
Tarweed Folk School values increasing access to practical arts and place-based skills. Our goal is to make our classes accessible to anyone with an interest in learning. Please consider that our "pop up" style classrooms take place inside and outdoors with varying amenities (think of parking, seating, walking surfaces, and bathroom options, for example). We are happy to provide any information or answer any questions about accessibility or accommodations for any of our classes and locations. Please email us if you have comments, concerns, or questions.
Saturday, September 28th, 2024
10am - 1:30pm
House native pollinators in your garden by building your own house for Mason Bees! Increase your fruit yield by up to two times their typical amount!
Native pollinators can pollinate early spring plants while honey bees are still dormant. Ashley will share all the tips and tricks that she learned from the late Jerry Paul or Benton County Soil and Water District, to keep your Mason Bees free of disease and well fed.
This class has a small class size, so students can expect lots of one-on-one attention while honing their woodshop skills.
Age Requirement: This class is for adults and youth 14+ and 10-14 if their parent or guardian is also registered for the class.
Location: Highland Woodshop
About Highland Woodshop
We come from humble, adventurous beginnings and love to share that laid-back sense of friendship through craft with you. We are a small shop, located on a family property, run by three dedicated folks, Ashley Merback, Nat Stein and Kat Edmonds, who are excited to bring woodshop knowledge and access to our community. Our model includes monthly/yearly membership options that foster creative community, knowledge sharing, and localized environmental action. We also facilitate classes, teach custom classes for small groups, staff retreats, and private lessons.
