Natives are for the birds! Literally. With fall upon us, we're still able to plant something that helps provide juicy caterpillars, nectar, and/or berries for our beloved backyard birds for years to come. Join local native plant expert and champion, Mike Nadeau, and Sharon Audubon Center Naturalist, Bethany Sheffer, in a discussion about the need for natives in our landscape, and how exactly they support our local bird populations. Afterwards, peruse Sharon and Falls Village-based native plant growers' selection of native plants to start your bird-friendly garden! We're proud to feature Michele Paladino of Lindera, Bernadette Grey, and Beth Romaker from Matt's Landscaping. 

All participants will leave with a packet of resources that include a listing of local native plant nurseries, how-to guides, and more! 

• Fee: $20/participant
• Suitable for ages 13+
• Pre-paid online reservations only.
  • Registration link:
• Call 860-364-0520 or email Bethany at bethany.sheffer@audubon.org with questions. 

Horticulturalist Mike Nadeau has spent his career creating natural spaces that support wildlife. Nadeau has an MS from the University of Maine in Plant and Soil Science and is an instructor in a 5-day organic professional land care accreditation course. A published writer, Mike is a designer and builder of ecological landscapes including wetlands, meadows, and woodlands. He has worked with CT town conservation and inland wetland commissions of Fairfield, Darien, Westport, Stamford, New Canaan, and Wilton to improve their water quality in wetland habitats, restore native vegetation in both upland and bottomland environments, and develop long-term conventional and organic land care programs.

Accessibility 

• Public parking located fewer than 50 yards from the nature center facility. 
• Wheelchair and powerchair ramp, access, and restroom located near the rear entrance of the nature center facility. 
• Public restrooms are available on-site.