Monarch Magic Workshop in Chattanooga: Support Butterflies and Create Your Own Pollinator Habitat
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; involves light gardening activity
Overview
Join a hands-on Monarch Magic Workshop in Chattanooga to learn about these iconic butterflies' life cycle and migration. Discover how to create your own pollinator-friendly habitat with expert guidance and native planting activities.
11/15 - Monarch Magic: Support Butterflies in Your Backyard
November 15: 9:30a-11:30a • Join us for our Monarch Magic Workshop with Kym!
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About This Adventure
Join a hands-on workshop to uncover the enchanting world of Monarch butterflies! Led by conservationist Kym Martin, you'll learn about their life cycle, migration, and how to cultivate a Monarch-friendly habitat using native plants. This unique experience empowers you to make a difference for these beautiful pollinators right in your backyard.
Join a hands-on workshop to uncover the enchanting world of Monarch butterflies! Led by conservationist Kym Martin, you'll learn about their life cycle, migration, and how to cultivate a Monarch-friendly habitat using native plants. This unique experience empowers you to make a difference for these beautiful pollinators right in your backyard.
Adventure Tips
Bring a notebook or phone for notes
Capture insights and planting tips to help create your own Monarch-friendly garden at home.
Wear comfortable clothing suitable for gardening
Light layers and gloves will keep you comfortable during the planting activity.
Reserve your spot early
Workshops have limited seats (up to 35 participants), so booking ahead ensures availability.
Plan to care for your milkweed jar post-workshop
Proper watering and light exposure are key to successfully growing seeds to transplant outdoors.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Monarch butterflies
- Native pollinating bees
History
The Monarch butterfly migration crosses through Chattanooga each fall as part of a vast journey spanning North America.
Conservation
This workshop supports conservation by educating residents on native plant gardening, promoting healthier pollinator populations and biodiversity.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Gardening gloves
Protect hands during the seed planting activity.
fall specific
Sun hat
Provides sun protection during outdoor portions.
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Reusable water bottle
Stay hydrated throughout the workshop.
fall specific
Notebook and pen
Useful for taking notes on Monarch biology and planting advice.