A Symposium titled “Plants and their Pollinators: Interaction for a Healthy Planet” was held on June 22. This symposium was organized by Dr. Peter Bryant, board member and leader of the Newport Bay Conservancy research committee. The sold out symposium featured world class experts on the interaction between flowering plants and their animal pollinators. The symposium was followed by three field trips, led by the various speakers. The attendees agreed unanimously that the subject matter was delivered with depth, humor and great enthusiasm.