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There are 600+ native bee species found in
Washington State

Explore our diversity
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There are 600+ native bee species found in Washington State

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Washington State is a diverse landscape

From coastal rainforests, to mountain meadows, sunlit shrub-steppe desert and bountiful agricultural regions...

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The Washington Native
Bee Society

We are an inclusive group that encourages bee enthusiasts of all interest levels and backgrounds to get involved, from the average lay person or student to the full-time bee researcher.   

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We endeavor to create a platform for groups and individuals throughout the State of Washington to show off their research, artwork, and community projects while also acting as an umbrella under which we can embrace and build up those in the bee community that need support. 

Join us!
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Each plays a vital role in our state's intricate web of life

From coastal rainforests, to mountain meadows and shrub-steppe desert,

At the Washington Native Bee Society, we are passionate about this diversity and seek to preserve it for generations to come. 

Upcoming Events

  • Green Burien Day
    Green Burien Day
    Sat, Oct 17
    Hilltop Park
    Oct 17, 2026, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
    Hilltop Park, 2450 S 128th St, Burien, WA 98168, USA
    Join us to plant native plants and remove non native species at Hilltop Park! We will have food, music and fun for all. ¡Acompáñanos a plantar plantas nativas y eliminar especies no nativas en Hilltop Park! Tendremos comida, musica y diversión para todos! All ages welcome.
  • Washington State's Only Science Education Conference!
    Washington State's Only Science Education Conference!
    Sat, Oct 24
    Sehome High School
    Oct 24, 2026, 7:15 AM – 5:20 PM
    Sehome High School, 2700 Bill McDonald Pkwy, Bellingham, WA 98225, USA
    Great science teaching matters more than ever. Our conference mission is to empower and equip science teachers to take on the challenge of creating a scientifically literate society. Through cutting edge presentations, inspiring speakers, and intentional community building activities, we are commit
  • Become a Stream Steward
    Become a Stream Steward
    Date and time is TBD
    Whatcom County
    Date and time is TBD
    Whatcom County, Whatcom County, WA, USA
    Restore some stream habitat by helping remove invasive plants to make room for planting trees on Saturdays or spruce up some older restoration sites that need some love.*
  • Sustanamania!
    Sustanamania!
    Sat, Sep 26
    Bothell City Hall
    Sep 26, 2026, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
    Bothell City Hall, 18415 101st Ave NE, Bothell, WA 98011, USA
    This free family friendly festival celebrates the everyday actions we can all take to lead a more sustainable life and build lasting change.
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Disappearing species

50% of the 600 bees have not been collected or reported since the 1970s

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Our work

Washington Native Bee Society has been hard at work building a better world for bees in our state. Find out we have achieved, our bold plans, and how you can get involved.

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Build your Washington bee garden

Washington is a diverse land encompassing habitats from rainforest to high desert. Discover how your backyard habitat can be enhanced for bee conservation

Latest News

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Bee habitat: Paradise Meadows, Mt. Tahoma/Rainier National Park

High mountain meadows in western North America rarely match the floral abundance found at Paradise. With so many blooms, pollinators are plentiful—especially bumble bees. Here, a Bombus sylvicola feeds on a bistort flower. Image by Joe Dlugo.

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