Raising Monarch Butterflies: A hand-on approach in raising your own butterflies

Learn how to find and raise monarch butterflies from egg to caterpillar to the adult iconic butterfly. A colorful presentation by MaryKay Fox of the Friends of Mashpee NWR, will share her knowledge and lots of photos will help you learn about the different stages and easy methods to this process with minimal equipment. A fun project through the summer by yourself, neighbors, or family as you witness close and personal these beautiful creatures. Help support these threatened species by doing your part in increasing their population. Equipment and how-to books available with online links.

Event will be held at the Mashpee Senior Center.