Maria Mitchell Association

Designing a Backyard Wilderness Preserve

Wednesday, August 25 8am-12pm (also offered Wednesday, July 12)

MMA's workshops are designed with a hands-on learningapproach to natural science topics for adults and young adults. All are field oriented so wear appropriatefield clothes – long-sleeved shirt, long pants, and closed footwear. Space is limited unless you can drive your own vehicle. Car-pooling is encouraged. Must pre-register. 4-Hour Workshops: Members $50; Non-members $60

Doesyour garden dance with butterflies, buzz with dragonflies, and sing with birds? Wildlife is intrinsically linked to the native plants within its ecosystem; the more diverse the plants, the more complex and alive your garden becomes. Native plants support an average of 71 species of insects, while alien ornamentals support only 4. Learn which plants feed the wildlife you want to see in your backyard wilderness preserve!