Join Pine Belt Humanists as we participate in the Great Southeastern Pollinator Census, a community science project that helps researchers learn more about the pollinators that play an essential role in our ecosystems.

We'll meet on the University of Southern Mississippi campus at the "Lofty Return" golden eagle statue before heading out to observe and count pollinators. No special experience or scientific background is required. Just bring a writing utensil, your curiosity, and a willingness to spend some time outdoors!

• A count sheet, if you have one (we'll also have some available)
• A pen or pencil (we'll have some pens, but bringing your own is encouraged)
• Water and sunscreen
• Comfortable shoes and clothing appropriate for spending time outdoors

Can't make it to the group count? No worries. You can count pollinators wherever you are in Mississippi! You can count with a buddy or count solo; it's the counting that...counts!

Learn more about the Great Southeastern Pollinator Count at https://gsepc.org/.

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Humanism is a way of thinking that values reason and compassion. It encourages us to seek truth through science and experience, live ethically, and make life better for everyone—without needing religious beliefs. We invite you to join us as we strive to build a more compassionate, inclusive, and thoughtful community here in South Mississippi. For more info about our group, visit: https://www.pinebelthumanists.org/

Pine Belt Humanists is an official chapter of the American Humanist Association, a nonprofit group advocating progressive values and equality for humanists, atheists, and freethinkers. To learn more about humanism, visit: https://americanhumanist.org/