Bees in the woods

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Oregon’s land base is roughly 50% forest, so its only natural that we consider forests in pollinator conservation efforts, particularly those related to native bees. New research in pacific northwest forests indicates high bee abundance and diversity, especially in intensively managed forests and forests damaged by wildfire. There are over 500 native bee species in Oregon and over 100 of those visit our Forests. We are still learning a lot about native bees in our forests, but this video series shares aims to share what we know and opportunities to help forest owners and mangers:
recognize native bee habitats
protect or improve bee habitat within the course of regular, common forest management activities
provide bee habitat through active as well as passive management.
add bee habitat to forgotten places such as roads, landings, fences, buildings, and other open spaces.
This series offers resources for both wet Douglas-fir dominated forests and our dry forest ecosystems.
Bees in the woods Video Series
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Welcome to the Bees in the Woods video series. This series offers information on enhancing pollinator habitat on small private forest properties
Lauren Grand, Brad Withrow-Robinson, Pat McAbery | Nov 2022 | Video Peer reviewed (Gray level)
Photo: Sight and Sound Services (Cropped from original)
This is an introductory video describing the needs of pollinators and how those needs can be met by forests in Eastern Oregon.
Jacob Putney, Brad Withrow-Robinson, Lauren Grand, Pat McAbery | Nov 2022 | Video Peer reviewed (Gray level)
Photo: Sight and Sound Services (Cropped from original)
This video uses the activities at the High Desert Museum as an example of how small woodland owners on the east side can promote pollinator habitat.
Haley Brazier, Brad Withrow-Robinson, Lauren Grand, Pat McAbery, Jacob Putney | Nov 2022 | Video Peer reviewed (Gray level)
Photo: Lauren Grand (Cropped from original)
This video describes how to inventory bee habitat features on your forest/woodland property.
Lauren Grand, Brad Withrow-Robinson, Pat McAbery | Nov 2022 | Video Peer reviewed (Gray level)
Photo: Sight and Sound Services (Cropped from original)
This video describes how to enhance pollinator habitat in places on your forested property that you wouldn't expect. Such as powerlines, edges, fence lines, around buildings, etc.
Lauren Grand, Brad Withrow-Robinson, Pat McAbery | Nov 2022 | Video Peer reviewed (Gray level)
Photo: Sight and Sound Services (Cropped from original)
This video describes how riparian areas and other water sources help to enhance pollinator habitat in your woods.
Hayley Brazier, Brad Withrow-Robinson, Jacob Putney, Lauren Grand, Pat McAbery | Nov 2022 | Video Peer reviewed (Gray level)
Photo: Sight and Sound Services (Cropped from original)
This video discusses night time pollinators and what you can do to reduce light pollution.
Hayley Brazier, Lauren Grand, Brad Withrow-Robinson, Jacob Putney | Nov 2022 | Video Peer reviewed (Gray level)
Photo: Sight and Sound Services (Cropped from original)
This video discusses bee habitat in western Oregon forests and activities you can do to support those habitat needs when completing a harvest operation.
Lauren Grand, Brad Withrow-Robinson, Pat McAbery | Nov 2022 | Video Peer reviewed (Gray level)
Photo: Sight and Sound Services (Cropped from original)
This video describes how to add bee habitat to existing roads, skid trails and landings on your forest.
Lauren Grand, Brad Withrow-Robinson, Stephen Fitzgerald, Pat McAbery | Nov 2022 | Video Peer reviewed (Gray level)
Photo: Sight and Sound Services (Cropped from original)
This video goes over how to use spot spraying to enhance pollinator habitat while still using herbicides to control vegetation.
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Photo: Sight and Sound Services (Cropped from original)
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This video describes the solarization process and how it promotes native plants and pollinator habitats.
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How to enhance pollinator habitat in your woods by seeding wildflowers. We describe how to find a good seed mix as well as when and how to seed.
Lauren Grand, Brad Withrow-Robinson, Pat McAbery | Nov 2022 | Video Peer reviewed (Gray level)
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This video discusses how the High Desert Museum uses prescribed fire to maintain forest health while still promoting pollinator habitats.
Hayley Brazier, Jacob Putney, Brad Withrow-Robinson, Lauren Grand, Pat McAbery | Nov 2022 | Video Peer reviewed (Gray level)
Photo: Sight and Sound Services (Cropped from original)
Bee habitat decreases when the canopy of the forest closes. This video discusses ways to extend the life of the habitat.
Lauren Grand, Brad Withrow-Robinson, Pat McAbery | Nov 2022 | Video Peer reviewed (Gray level)
Podcast episodes related to forest pollinators
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In this episode, Lauren Grand discusses the importance of pollinators with Jim Rivers. Rivers is an Assistant Professor of Wildlife Ecology at Oregon State University.
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In this episode, Lauren Grand and Graham Frank discuss early seral forest's importance and key features.
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Dr. Jim Rivers is a vertebrate ecologist and leader of the Forest Animal Ecology Lab at Oregon State University. With broad research interests that are focused in the fields of animal behavior and physiological ecology, his ...
Andony Melathopoulos | Sep 2017 | Podcast episode
Dr. Sara Galbraith is a postdoctoral researcher in the Forest Animal Ecology Lab at Oregon State University in the Department of Forest Ecosystems and Society. She has a B.A. in Biology from St. Olaf College and a Ph.D. in...
Andony Melathopoulos | Oct 2018 | Podcast episode
103 – Rachel Mallinger – Bees in blueberries, forests and gardens (in Florida)
Oregon and Florida may seem miles apart, but the role of bees in both states has remarkable parallels. This week Dr. Rachel Mallinger University of Florida talks about blueberry pollination, bees in forest systems and interests of gardeners around bees in the Sunshine State.
Andony Melathopoulos | Jul 2019 | Podcast episode
124 – Lauren Ponisio – Pollinator Hedgerows
Hedgerows can be great ways to attract pollinators in agriculture and forestry settings. But how can such relatively small plantings impact pollinator abundance and diversity on larger scales? This week we dig deep into the science of how hedgerows contribute to pollinator health. 
Andony Melathopoulos | Jan 2020 | Podcast episode
Other bee resources
Postcards showing where native bees nest in managed forests can be obtained from the Oregon Bee Project (oregonbeeproject.org).
Brad Withrow-Robinson, Lauren Grand, Max Bennett, Christine Buhl | Mar 2020 | Article
Oregon is home to over 500 species of bees, which are responsible for pollinating many of our staple crops and plants in rural and urban landscapes. Often overlooked are bees present in Oregon forests. Who and where are ...
Jun 2020 | Video
How do wildfires affect Oregon bees? Flames and heat can destroy their nests and smoke can disrupt their navigation abilities. But research shows they rebound strongly along with other flora and fauna after a fire.
Andony Melathopoulos, Brooke Edmunds, Jim Rivers | Sep 2020 | Article Peer reviewed (Gray level)
Want to be a good neighbor to local wildlife? Check out these tips from a conservation specialist to take your "naturescaping" game to the next level!
Rose Clarke, Jon Wagner | May 2019 | Article
Ramesh Sagili | Mar 2016 | OSU Extension Catalog Peer reviewed (Orange level)
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Homepage for the Oregon Bee Project and Oregon Bee Atlas
Nov 2019 | Online resource
A Guide to Hedgerows: Plantings That Enhance Biodiversity, Sustainability and Functionality
Hedgerows are living fences with the ability to grow food, shelter wildlife, save water, manage weeds and look beautiful all year round. Study the many benefits of hedgerows, and learn what you need to know to plant your own living fence.
Pami Monnette, Jude Hobbs | Jun 2020 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)
For additional Information
Forestry
Use pesticides safely!
Wear protective clothing and safety devices as recommended on the label. Bathe or shower after each use.
Read the pesticide label—even if you’ve used the pesticide before. Follow closely the instructions on the label (and any other directions you have).
Be cautious when you apply pesticides. Know your legal responsibility as a pesticide applicator. You may be liable for injury or damage resulting from pesticide use.
¡Use los pesticidas con seguridad!
Póngase ropa de protección y equipo de seguridad según las recomendaciones de la etiqueta. Báñese después de cada uso.
Lea la etiqueta del pesticida—aunque lo haya usado antes. Siga al pie de la letra las indicaciones de la etiqueta (y cualquiera otra indicación que Ud. tenga).
Tenga precaución al aplicar los pesticidas. Conozca su responsabilidad legal como aplicador de pesticidas. Usted puede ser responsable de heridas o daños resultantes del uso de un pesticida.
Want to learn more about this topic? Explore more resources from OSU Extension: Fire , Forest Health and Management , Bees and Pollinators , Wildlife
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