Flutterbye Butterfly
My idea is to find different species of butterflies, such as Monarchs, Swallowtails, Painted Lady's and Red Admirals. I would find them as pupae or eggs, then raise them until they get to adult size and mate them.
From this, I would have a continuous population of different species of butterflies and since I would have many, I would sell them.
Special events such as weddings, major Corporate events, graduations, or funerals. At weddings instead of throwing confetti, release a bunch of butterflies...when you have a grand opening of a building; release butterflies...graduations; no throwing hats, release butterflies! In funerals, when they are lowering the casket, a beautiful release of butterflies makes that moment not so glum, instead is more of a celebration of life. I think this would open up a whole new section of how beautiful insects are and show my community that biodiversity of different butterflies is right in our back yard. It would educate the public on different species we have and how important insects are in our everyday life.
With different species of butterflies the younger generation can see the complete metamorphosis of butterflies, not only will this be an educational tool, but they get to witness and see butterflies in varies stages of life cycles. Also, when younger people are looking at smaller insects, they will begin to appreciate how important butterflies, and other insects, are important to our world. I would also, eventually, like to bring in different species of insects, and butterflies, so people can enjoy, and possible hold some of them.
About You
About You
First Name
Melissa
Last Name
Bob
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Lepidoptera30
About You, Your Group, or Your Organization
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Flutterbye Butterfly
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Canada, ON
Please confirm that this project could benefit First Nations, Métis and Inuit Peoples
Yes
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What categories best describe who your group or organization serves (check all that apply)
First Nations people, First Nations, Métis and Inuit people, Other.
What best describes your group or organization
Community group or youth group, Elementary or Secondary school, Business (for-profit).
How long have you, your group, or your organization been operating?
Less than a year
Innovation
Name Your Entry
Flutterbye Butterfly
Tell us the story of your idea or project
My idea is to find different species of butterflies, such as Monarchs, Swallowtails, Painted Lady's and Red Admirals. I would find them as pupae or eggs, then raise them until they get to adult size and mate them.
From this, I would have a continuous population of different species of butterflies and since I would have many, I would sell them.
Special events such as weddings, major Corporate events, graduations, or funerals. At weddings instead of throwing confetti, release a bunch of butterflies...when you have a grand opening of a building; release butterflies...graduations; no throwing hats, release butterflies! In funerals, when they are lowering the casket, a beautiful release of butterflies makes that moment not so glum, instead is more of a celebration of life. I think this would open up a whole new section of how beautiful insects are and show my community that biodiversity of different butterflies is right in our back yard. It would educate the public on different species we have and how important insects are in our everyday life.
With different species of butterflies the younger generation can see the complete metamorphosis of butterflies, not only will this be an educational tool, but they get to witness and see butterflies in varies stages of life cycles. Also, when younger people are looking at smaller insects, they will begin to appreciate how important butterflies, and other insects, are important to our world. I would also, eventually, like to bring in different species of insects, and butterflies, so people can enjoy, and possible hold some of them.
Define your idea / project in 1-2 short sentences
To raise different species of butterflies for profit and educational purposes. Also, to educate others about insects
Select the stage that best applies to your solution
Start-Up (a project that is just getting started)
Social Impact
This Entry is about (Issues)
Please tell us about the social impact of your idea or proect
As a social impact it would put a very different meaning and wonderful experience to those that wish to release butterflies. Not only would it be a wonderful and enjoyable experience, but they get to physically watch this individual butterfly being released into the wild. These butterflies would be released in a time where survival is guaranteed.
Your Future Goal(s): Tell us what you hope to achieve with your idea or project in the next year
I want to educate the public on how important insects are in our everyday lives
In 5 years, what will be different as a result of your idea/project?
Hopefully this project will have branched out to many different areas. If I can get permits, I would like to bring in various species of insects, such as walking sticks, exotic butterflies and preying mantis's and teach the public how unique and interesting insects are. I find a lot of people are scared of 'bugs' because they don't understand them. With a young female aboriginal women, maybe more people, especially youth, will learn to appreciate the little things many people take for granted.
Sustainability
Tell us about the people/ partnerships that are already involved and why they are important to your idea or project.
The people who are already involved is my significant other. He's helping me with getting a small loan. My close friends, they are continuously provided support and ideas, and help in needed. Especially when it comes to building the greenhouse and finding seeds or various food for the insects. In the spring, lots of friends are going to help me find butterfly larvae or eggs.
If there are other people/partners that you will reach out to tell us who they are and why they will be important to your idea or project.
Other people I might reach out to to get this more advertised would be photographers, since they do a lot of pictures for weddings, it would be in my best interest to contact them. Also, places that sell a variety of party items (confetti, balloons, etc.) would also be wise place to advertise. Another one would be the funeral homes, I would first ask them what they would think, and then tell them my idea. Following this, would be City Hall, high school/elementary school and major corporate events
Describe the kinds of support you receive (other than money) or will need to support your idea or project (e.g.: donated, space, equipment and volunteers)
I would need a greenhouse with an irrigation system, some land, and volunteers and of course different species of butterflies.
Also, a conviron, shipping supplies, office supplies, a interact/debit machine, a few large fridges
Do you currently have funding for your idea or project?
No (skip next two questions)
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 | 24 weeks agoMelissa Bob updated this Competition Entry. |
| 25 weeks agocarolyn doyle said: Hi Melissa, Thanks again for the additional details. You may want to incorporate these details into your entry. They will assist ... about this Competition Entry. - read more > |
| 25 weeks agocarolyn doyle said: Thank you for the extra details! about this Competition Entry. - read more > |
| 25 weeks agoMelissa Bob said: I plan on bringing schools or even going to schools and showing the complete life cycle of the monarch or swallowtail butterfly. If they ... about this Competition Entry. - read more > |
| 25 weeks agocarolyn doyle said: Thanks for sharing your idea. I love butterflies and think that your idea is quite innovative. How would you combine your business idea ... about this Competition Entry. - read more > |
| 27 weeks agoMelissa Bob updated this Competition Entry. |
| 27 weeks agoMelissa Bob updated this Competition Entry. |
| 27 weeks agoMelissa Bob updated this Competition Entry. |
| 27 weeks agoMelissa Bob updated this Competition Entry. |
| 27 weeks agoMelissa Bob submitted this idea. |
