996 Jefferson Street
Eugene, OR 97402
United States
Aug 20, 2024 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Free
There is so much misinformation and fear concerning spiders. We’ll look at most of the common local spiders and learn some of the basics of spider physiology and ecology. Spiders are way down the list of things to worry about when working in the garden. They are essential as a food source for nesting birds, second only to caterpillars. They may look creepy, but they are a necessary component of ecosystems, and lead interesting lives.
About the Presenter
Rick Ahrens grew up in a birding family and has been a local naturalist for more than 40 years with various nonprofits in Eugene and Springfield, including Nearby Nature, Mt. Pisgah Arboretum, and the Willamette Resources and Education Network.
In collaboration with and in support of the OSU Extension Master Gardener™ Program. The Lane County Master Gardener Association (LCMGA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization formed in support of the OSU Extension Lane County Master Gardener program.
