This spring, Westport in Bloom members shared their gardening knowledge and landscaping gifts at the spring. They redesigned the gardens including building a new pollinator garden and covered the full cost of the project.  If you are not certain of  the “what” and “why” regarding pollinator gardens, here is a link to David Suzuki for more info. https://davidsuzuki.org/queen-of-green/create-pollinator-friendly-garden-birds-bees-butterflies/

I spent some time at the spring this morning and was thrilled to see all of the “pollinators” busy in the garden.  Many different types of moths, butterflies and humming birds were busy taking care of business and I managed to be quick enough (only once!) for the photo below.

Councillor Jackalyn Brady chairs the Westport in Bloom Committee and has been a member since 2003.  Her hard working and creative members contribute beauty to the Village in many ways.  The hanging flower baskets, flower planters, gardens at the entrances to the Village, Library and Information Centre are some of their other efforts.  All of this work is done by volunteers.  Please take a moment to thank them next time you have the opportunity.  The members are: Jackalyn Brady (Council Member and Chair), Danielle Tapin, Delvalle Lewis, Betty Jo MacDougall, Donna Easter, Barbara Weir, Peggy Thompson, Janette Auer.