Girl Scout Sara Dicksen creates pollinator garden at Warren County fire station to raise awareness about protecting bees
WASHINGTON BOROUGH, NJ (Warren County) – This past summer, Sara Dicksen, a dedicated Girl Scout, completed her Gold Award project by planting and maintaining a beautiful pollinator garden at the Washington Fire Department, located at 100 Belvidere Ave in Washington Borough.
The garden, located near the station’s flagpole, serves as both a visual asset to the community and an educational tool highlighting the importance of protecting bees.
Sara’s project focused on raising awareness about the critical role bees play as pollinators, making it possible for plants to grow fruits and vegetables. Understanding the urgency of protecting these vital creatures, Sara planted a variety of organic, nectar-rich plants—carefully chosen for their bee-friendly qualities and free from pesticides.
In addition to planting and mulching the garden, she also prepared the site, weeded the area, and found local sources for the organic plants.
A key feature of the garden is its outdoor pamphlet holder, which provides information about the significance of bees and how to protect them. The garden is designed as a demonstration space with labeled plants, offering visitors a clear example of what to plant to help save the bees.
Sara also went beyond the garden, focusing on educating a range of local groups through customized presentations. She reached out to school groups, scouts, visitors at the Washington Farmers’ Market, and the Karen Nash Memorial Butterfly Garden, among others. Her presentations helped spread the message about the importance of pollinators and provided practical ways the community can contribute to bee conservation.
