This event is part of the Learn and Grow Educational Series sponsored by the
Williamsburg Botanical Garden.
March 18 - 10:00 a.m., open to the public
Williamsburg Botanical Gardens - Freedom Park Interpretive Center
PROGRAM: ATTRACTING BIRDS WITH WATER
Award-winning Nature Photographer Bob Schamerhorn will show us how to bring
numerous species of birds to our yards by adding a small water feature. Birds,
like all other animals, prefer habitats that meet ALL their basic survival
needs: food, shelter and water! They depend on water for hydration, to maintain
body temperature, and to condition their feathers for flight. Having a
consistent, reliable, clean, running water source in a garden will attract a
greater assortment of birds. This is especially true for the many species that
do not eat seed at all. Each different season will bring varying species and
changed plumages, whether it is winter, breeding season, spring or fall
migration. In one central Virginia backyard alone, the addition of this simple
birdbath system has attracted over 75 species! It even runs in sub-freezing
temperatures, providing this essential resource even when everything else is
frozen solid. This highly-favored multimedia program displays proof of that
diversity as the birds drink, bath and splash around in the “The Bird Spa". The
program will include informative stories from thousands of hours of
observation, displayed with award-winning photography, supplemented with bird
songs, and HD video clips. It reveals the water features simple design and a
parts list, plus demonstrates step-by-step how to install one yourself. Come
see how a little water can greatly improve both your garden and your enjoyment
of nature, right in your own backyard.
The program is free, although a $5.00 donation to help the Garden grow is
appreciated. For more information, contact Bob by email at bob@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
After the program, Master Gardeners will be in the Garden to answer questions
and talk about what is in bloom.
Joanne Sheffield
WBG Program Chair
Our mailing address is:
Williamsburg Botanical Garden
5537 Centerville Road
Williamsburg, VA 23188
Forwarded by Bob Schamerhorn
E-mail: bob@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
