Photo: Native Pacific Rhododendron and Salal courtesy of homeowner

Backyard Birding: “Native Plants for Better Backyard Birding”
Presenters: Kathy & Matt McCoy, OPAS; Gary Brundige & Lorraine Eckard, WSU Master Gardeners
Saturday, January 6, 2024
10:00 a.m. ­‑ 12:00 p.m.
Rainshadow Hall, Dungeness River Nature Center
Suggested Donation: $5

Birds share their living spaces with us. Their omnipresence connects us to nature. Whether your landscaping is a window box or several acres of woodland, you should consider birds as you manage your backyard habitat. Winter is an excellent time to start designing your yards and gardens before spring arrives. Plan now to optimize your enjoyment by safely attracting birds to shelter, feed, and nest on your property.

Left to right: Matt and Kathy McCoy, Gary Brundige (not pictured, Lorraine Eckard)

Our January presenters include experienced birders and gardeners, Kathy & Matt McCoy, Gary Brundige, and Lorraine Eckard— volunteers from OPAS and WSU Master Gardeners. The program will discuss the importance of using native plants and seeds, providing water features, attracting pollinators, and controlling invasive vegetation to meet the year-round needs of birds. So, bring your green thumbs, and begin 2024 with us as we learn better backyard gardening practices from planning to planting and beyond!

Admission to each seminar is free. However, we suggest a donation of $5.00 per person to support our ongoing education programs. Please note that current COVID-19 safety precautions as recommended by Jamestown S’Klallam Tribe and Clallam County Public Health will be followed for the protection of our attendees and volunteer staff.