Backyard Habitats
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While small in size, backyard native plant gardens can provide important habitat. Wildflower gardens also provide living classrooms, providing opportunities to learn plant, bird and butterfly identification at all life stages. There also are many ways native gardens help conserve wildlife, water, reduce chemical use and add beauty to your home. Please come prepared to share tips and ideas.
About the Speaker:
Chris Young is Director of IDNR’s Office of Resource Conservation, overseeing the divisions of Wildlife, Fisheries, Forestry, Natural Heritage, Private Lands, and Contaminant Assessment. He has a Master's Degree in Environmental Science from the University of Illinois Springfield. He also is an accomplished nature photographer and writer.