Learn how to build safe homes for native birds with Brendan Keegan at the Arnold Arboretum on Sunday, February 24 from 2 – 4. This class covers best practices for general bird house design using the Arboretum’s own nest boxes (for tree swallows, eastern bluebirds, black capped chickadees, and screech owls) as examples. You will learn tips for deterring predators and non-native competitors, as well as how to safely monitor young nestlings. Finally, you will build and take home your own “Chickadee Tube,” a design suitable for many Boston yards. Fee $28 Arboretum member, $35 nonmember. Register at http://my.arboretum.harvard.edu or call 617-384-5277.
