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AT: Backyard Wildlife Habitat Certification Series

May 4 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

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In person classes,  Houston Arboretum & Nature Center.  Attendance to all 4 Saturdays February-May to qualify for certification.  Register online here. 

Cost: $130 member / $190 nonmembers

First Saturday of the month February – May
10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Instructor: Kelsey Low
Ages 12+

If you want to get serious about building a backyard wildlife garden but don’t know where to start, we’ve got you covered! Join us for this series of classes that will take you step-by-step through the process of planning, planting, and maintaining a backyard wildlife habitat that meets National Wildlife Federation certification standards. By the end of the series, you will be ready for official certification and will receive your own Certified Backyard Wildlife Habitat sign!

February 3 – Planning
March 2 – Food & Nesting Places
April 6 – Water & Shelter
May 4 – Sustaining & Certifying

Class fee includes the price of NWF Backyard Wildlife Certification registration and sign. Classes will involve brief walks outdoors; please dress for the weather and wear walking shoes. A balanced Certified Wildlife Habitat supports a standard approach with a goal of  50-70% Native Plants.

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Venue

Houston Arboretum & Nature Center
4501 Woodway Drive
Houston, TX 77024 United States
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Phone
713-681-8433
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