The Backyard Naturalists

Spring Cleaning for a Wildlife-Friendly Yard


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Spring is here, and it’s time to give your backyard a refresh—nature-friendly style! In this award-winning episode of The Backyard Naturalists, our expert hosts, certified Master Naturalists and Wildlife Ambassadors, share essential tips for making your outdoor space a haven for birds, pollinators, and other wildlife.

 

From scrubbing bird feeders and freshening up birdhouses to planting native species and maintaining wildlife-friendly landscapes, this episode is packed with practical advice. Learn why timing is everything when it comes to yard work, how to support nesting birds and beneficial insects, and even how to create a moon garden to attract nighttime pollinators.

 

Whether you're a seasoned backyard steward or just getting started, this episode will help you strike the perfect balance between beauty and biodiversity in your outdoor space!

 

If you have ideas for topics that you'd like us to pursue, send us a message either on our Facebook page or our website. We would really like to hear from you.

 

Connect with the Backyard Naturalists on the Web, Facebook and Instagram.

 

Please visit and support our presenting sponsor, Backyard Birds at http://www.thebirdfoodstore.com/. A mecca for bird lovers and bird watchers, Backyard Birds is an independent family-owned business located in Matthews, NC (next to Dairy Queen), just southeast of Charlotte.

 

Thanks for listening to The Backyard Naturalists.  We hope you have a day filled with the wonders of nature. Get outside and take a walk on the wild side! Please don’t forget to leave a 5-star review for The Backyard Naturalists podcast.

 

Production services for The Backyard Naturalists podcast are provided by Downtown Podcasting. To start a conversation on how you can have a podcast, simply send an email to [email protected].

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