Discover Nature Programs

Through a partnership with the Louisiana Master Naturalist of Greater Baton Rouge (LMNGBR) we are proud to offer exciting new Discover Nature programs featuring local and national experts who are in touch with nature and are eager to share their experiences. All programs will be held in the Imo Brown Complex in the Beverly Brown Coates Auditorium at Hilltop Arboretum. Discover Nature programs are free for Members Magnolia Level ($250) and above. Advance registration is encouraged.

Overwintering Habitats for Beneficial Insects
Featuring Teri Gegenheimer: 
Tuesday, September 22, 2026 | 6:30–8:00 PM  

Insects are the unsung heroes of healthy ecosystems, yet many struggle to find the habitat they need to survive the winter. Join Louisiana Master Naturalist, Xerces Society Volunteer Ambassador, and Wild Ones Pontchartrain Basin founding board member Teri Gegenheimer as she explores the fascinating ways insects overwinter and how gardeners can create beautiful landscapes that support them.

Learn about the diverse habitats these remarkable creatures depend on during the colder months and discover simple, practical ways to incorporate insect-friendly features into your own landscape. Whether you're new to native gardening or looking to enhance an existing habitat, you'll leave inspired to create an outdoor space that supports pollinators and other beneficial insects year-round.

About the Speaker

Teri Gegenheimer became a Louisiana Master Naturalist in 2018 and has served as a Volunteer Ambassador for the Xerces Society since 2023. She is also a founding board member of Wild Ones Pontchartrain Basin, established in 2022. Through her work promoting native plants and insect conservation, she enjoys helping others discover the important connections between healthy landscapes and the wildlife they support.

Program Details

Overwintering Habitats for Beneficial Insects
September 22, 2026 | 6:30-8:00 PM

OVERWINTERing HABITATS REGISTRATION

Questions? Email or call 225-767-6916.