Community Profile

Pledge Summary

Bemidji is a northern Minnesota community surrounded by lakes, forests, parks, trails, and natural areas that provide important habitat for pollinators and wildlife. The community values conservation, environmental education, and the protection of natural resources that make Bemidji unique. Through the efforts of the Birds, Bees and Butterflies community group, Bemidji is committed to supporting monarch butterflies and other pollinators through native plantings, habitat restoration, public education, and pollinator-friendly practices. These efforts help create healthier public spaces, support biodiversity, and encourage residents to take an active role in protecting monarch and pollinator habitat.