Altoona High Student Getting Girl Scouts Award for Her Pollinator Gardens

Altoona High student getting Girl Scouts award for her pollinator gardens

ALTOONA, Wis. (WLAX/WEUX) - One Altoona High School student is on her way to get a Gold Award through the Girl Scouts. She was tasked with creating a sustainable project, in the hopes of making the world a better place. Aubrey Mancl spent part of her weekend creating pollinator gardens at Dimensions Living in Eau Claire. Through this project, she hopes to create a space to help pollinators thrive, while also providing independent opportunities f…

Gardening for Pollinators - What are the alterNATIVES?

Date: Tuesday, August 12, 2025 - 6:00pm to 8:00pmHidden Lake Gardens: Join the Hidden Lake Gardeners for a special evening featuring Vincent Ste. Marie, owner of Windy Rock Farm & Nursery in Manchester, Michigan for an insightful talk highlighting the vital role native plants play in supporting native pollinator insects and bird populations—and how home gardeners can make a difference. No registration required, but a suggested $5 donation is app…