UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County is hosting a virtual webinar: Earth Day 50: Backyards for Birds on December 17, 2020 from 12:00PM-12:45PM.
Learn how to create an avian haven in your own backyard, ideal for peaceful birdwatching.
Gazing at beautiful birds is a peaceful pastime. But, what are the components that create a have to attract birds? Join us to learn the best plants to add to your yard to create a bird buffet they can't resist, as well as many other helpful hints and tips to keep them coming back, during our "Backyards for Birds" webinar, part of our monthly series anchored around the 50th anniversary of Earth Day.
Register early for this event at ufsarasotaext.eventbrite.com. Once registered through Eventbrite, the system will send you a confirmation email with the webinar link.
Other topics in this webinar series, co-hosted by UF/IFAS Extension offices in Sarasota and Manatee counties, include:
What is Sustainability?
Introduction to Florida-Friendly Landscaping™
Trees for Health and Well-being
What's the Big Deal About Microplastics
4-H Life
Sustainable Marine Fisheries (Catch and Release)
Home Environment Safety
Impacts of Cattle Ranches
Lawns to Wildflowers
Sustainable Seafood
Components of Sustainable Food Systems
Sustainable Holidays Preparations
Current:
Backyards for Birds
For questions or further information, please call 941-861-5000, or email Armando Ubeda, UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County Sea Grant agent, at aubeda@ufl.edu or Michelle Atkinson, UF/IFAS Extension Manatee County horticulture agent, at michelleatkinson@ufl.edu. If you require special accommodations to attend one of our events, please contact us in advance at 941-861-5000 or sarasota@ifas.ufl.edu.