Are you curious how you could improve the health and quality of your land? Join Friends of the Mad River and Audubon Vermont for a landowner workshop, designed for those interested in learning more about land stewardship, especially in the context of bird habitat and river systems.

During this workshop, we will explore a landowner’s property that was planted with 1,200 native trees and shrubs last year as part of ongoing riparian restoration efforts. As we walk and talk, we will explore the connection between river dynamics, land management, bird habitat, and restoration work. We will learn more about how riparian buffers and upland forests provide valuable habitat for birds as well as protect water quality and river health.

We will hear expertise and insights from:
● Ira Shadis - Executive Director, Friends of the Mad River
● Mark LaBarr - Conservation Program Manager, Audubon Vermont
● Macie Broussard - Senior Conservation Associate, Audubon Vermont

The event will go on rain or shine, so we suggest wearing appropriate weather clothing. In the event of rain, there will be a gathering place out of the elements provided.

Registration
There is a limited number of spots available for this workshop, so please register ahead of time. Find registration at tinyurl.com/birdsbuffer.

Belted Kingfisher Photo: Bob Feldman/Audubon Photography Awards