We should avoid pesticides on our lawns and in the plants that we buy. In particular, we need to ask stores if their plants have the systemic pesticides, neonicotinoids or neonics, that appear to be killing bees. We should plant plants that are good for bees, butterflies, birds, wildlife and humans. Many pesticides sicken children, pets, and people. Read more: Protecting backyard bees Many people are marching and organizing to protect bees. Join them! Groups that fight against pesticides include:

• Beyond Pesticides
  • Demand Stores Stop Selling Bee-Killing Pesticides
• Organic Consumers Association
• Pesticide Action Network
• Northwest Center for Alternatives to Pesticides
• Friends of the Earth
• Beyond Toxics