MONARCH & BLUE KARNER BUTTERFLY CONSERVATION PROJECTS
Monarch butterfly populations are plummeting at a startling rate, and Blue Kamer butterflies are endangered. Both species suffer from the human impacts of habitat loss, host plant removal, and dangerous pesticides. We have designed habitats with host plants to attract mating butterflies to lay their eggs, food sources for their caterpillars, and ample nectar sources for the adults. LAKESHORE RESTORATION PROJECT The delicate area between the water and the land, known as the riparian zone, serves a vital role: it helps prevent erosion; filters stormwater runoff; and provides shelter, food, and mating habitat for native species. In concert with Fish and Wildlife Services, we have worked on restoring the lakeshore habitat along Green Lake. Students and volunteers joined our staff to plant dozens of native plants along this area.
ORCHARD Our orchard space is home to dozens of fruiting trees, grape vines, raspberries, blackberries, blueberries, and much more. We are also in the early stages of designing an agricultural and educational space for our community to learn more about orchard species.
“Interlochen sustainability influence is huge, teaching kids about healthy, clean ways of life all around the world!”
MARK SIMONS, SUSTAINABILITY ACTIVITY MANAGER, (IAC 20, IAA 21-23)
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