BugFest+2017+Mia

BugFest is one of the largest arthropod-focused events held in the country. Thousands of visitors are immersed in different exhibits, games and activities to learn more ab out bugs and their importance in our biosphere, in downtown Raleigh. Through face-painting, cockroach races and other forums, bugs are analyzed through curiosity and amazement, rather than viewed as just pests. The annual event relates to our studies in AP Environmental Science because it emphasizes the vital roles of these organisms in food webs and depicts how they shape an ecosystem’s survival and diversity. I volunteered from 5 to 10 pm on September 16th, being assigned to the registration and tear down team. Despite not working with or talking about bugs directly, I understood the need for education about arthropods in response to their close relationships with humans. This events focuses on creativity and learning, thus creating a friendly environment for all ages.

