July 10

Don’t Step On A Bee Day

Protect our buzzing friends this Don't Step On A Bee Day - help spread the word to save these pollinators and promote bee conservation!

Yearly Date
July 10
Type
Day

Introduction

It's time to celebrate Don't Step On A Bee Day on July 10th! This day is dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of protecting bees and other pollinators. Bees are essential to our environment, and they need our help! Not only do they provide us with honey, but they also play an important role in pollinating plants and flowers, which in turn provide food for humans and animals alike. Show your appreciation this July 10th by taking extra care around bees and doing your part to protect them.

Don’t Step On A Bee Day Timeline

8000 BC
Early Bee Domestication
Humans began domesticating bees for honey during the prehistoric era. Evidence of honey hunting was found in a cave painting in Valencia, Spain.
2400 BC
Primitive Beekeeping
Beekeeping began in ancient Egypt and spread to other civilizations. Beeswax was used for a variety of purposes, from mummification to candle-making.
1600s
Apiology Studies Started
Scientific studies on bee behavior and biology, known as apiology, started in the 17th Century. This increased knowledge on their importance in ecosystems.
1947
Bee Population Peak
USA's bee population experienced a peak, hosting approximately 6 million honey bee hives, which contribute significantly to pollination and food supply.
2000s
Bees Endangered
In the early 21st Century, bees started to face dangers from factors like pesticides, habitat loss, and climate change, leading to their numbers drastically falling.
2014
Don't Step On A Bee Day
The first Don't Step On A Bee Day was observed, aiming to raise awareness about the importance of bees and calling for action to conserve them.

How to Celebrate Don’t Step On A Bee Day

1

Observe bees in nature

Find a local park or nature reserve and spend some time observing bees. Learn about their habits, take note of the different types of bees you see, or simply enjoy watching them go about their business.

2

Make bee-friendly plants

Pick up a few bee friendly plants to set up around your yard or garden. Planting flowers that bees like is a great way to attract them to your garden and help keep the bee population healthy.

3

Read about bee conservation

Look into books, articles, and websites about bee conservation and learn about the important role bees play in our environment. There are lots of resources out there that can help you get informed.

4

Donate to bee charities

Look into charities devoted to the preservation of bees and donate what you can. By contributing to organizations that are fighting for the conservation of bees, you can make a real difference.

5

Spread awareness

Take some time to spread the word about Don't Step On A Bee Day. Share facts about bees on social media, write a blog post, or even just talk to your friends and family about why bees are important.

Why Don’t Step On A Bee Day is Important

A

Bees are vital to the eco-system

Bees play a vital role in our environment. They pollinate plants, which helps ensure that there is enough food for us, animals and birds. Additionally, bees support biodiversity by helping to maintain healthy ecosystems.

B

The bee population is in decline

The bee population has dramatically declined over the last decade, due to factors such as disease, habitat loss and pesticides. This decline is causing great concern as it could affect food production and other ecosystem services.

C

Accidental stepping can be avoided

By taking a moment to be mindful of where you are walking and what might be around you - including bees! - you can easily avoid accidentally stepping on one. Taking this precautionary measure could save countless bees from injury or worse.

Don’t Step On A Bee Day Dates

Year
Date
Day
2023
Jul 9
Sunday
2024
Jul 9
Tuesday
2025
Jul 9
Wednesday
2026
Jul 9
Thursday
2027
Jul 9
Friday