The National Wildlife Federation has created a guide to attracting wildlife in not-so green areas. Pockets of wildlife can thrive-even in places without yards. This summer-habitat project is well suited for any child, youth group or Boy Scout or Girl Scout troop.
The National Wildlife Federation has created a guide to attracting wildlife in not-so green areas. Pockets of wildlife can thrive-even in places without yards. This summer-habitat project is well suited for any child, youth group or Boy Scout or Girl Scout troop.
How to establish your own National Wildlife Federation Backyard Habitat:
Identify the spot where you or your child wants to encourage wildlife.
Kids can hang a bird feeder, squirrel feeder or sugar-water-filled hummingbird feeder from a window ledge to establish their own National Wildlife Federation Backyard Habitat.
Hang a bird feeder, squirrel feeder or sugar-water-filled hummingbird feeder from a window ledge.
Plant a bush that has berries or a tree that bears fruits or nuts.
Create a pond or set up a birdbath; this will encourage birds and frogs.
Leave some grass unmowed and wild for breedings grounds. Leave your trees; don't cut them down. If a tree falls, it might provide a breeding ground. Put a circle of stones around flowers. Insects will seek shelter under them. Do not use pesticides on plants.
Kids can certify their habitats and receive a mailed certificate with the National Wildlife Federation. Pay $15 to the National Wildlife Federation and fill out a short online survey about plants in the particular area.
Wildlife can survive - and in fact, depends - on pockets of greenspace. For kids, this is a way to become conscious of their environment, and track plants and animals outside their door.
The National Wildlife Federation has created a guide to attracting wildlife in not-so green areas. Pockets of wildlife can thrive-even in places without yards. This summer-habitat project is well suited for any child, youth group or Boy Scout or Girl Scout troop.
How to establish your own National Wildlife Federation Backyard Habitat:
Identify the spot where you or your child wants to encourage wildlife.
Hang a bird feeder, squirrel feeder or sugar-water-filled hummingbird feeder from a window ledge.
Plant a bush that has berries or a tree that bears fruits or nuts.
Create a pond or set up a birdbath; this will encourage birds and frogs.
Leave some grass unmowed and wild for breedings grounds. Leave your trees; don't cut them down. If a tree falls, it might provide a breeding ground. Put a circle of stones around flowers. Insects will seek shelter under them. Do not use pesticides on plants.
Kids can certify their habitats and receive a mailed certificate with the National Wildlife Federation. Pay $15 to the National Wildlife Federation and fill out a short online survey about plants in the particular area.
Wildlife can survive - and in fact, depends - on pockets of greenspace. For kids, this is a way to become conscious of their environment, and track plants and animals outside their door.
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