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Green School Initiative — Get Your Nest Boxes Ready

Are you aiming to get your school on the Green Initiative List? One of the requirements is a birdhouse habitat. There is a lot you can do to invite native birds to nest successfully — much more than slapping up a “birdhouse”!

This program is designed for those who are serious about providing nesting sites for native cavity-nesting birds. Topics include controlling exotic species (house sparrows and European starlings), discouraging house wrens from taking over all your nest boxes and dealing with predators. Proper nest box construction and plans for boxes are covered. Nest boxes/kits will be available for purchase. Teachers, families and individuals are also welcome to attend this program.

Registration is required.

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