E-Newsletter July 2010
Intro to Native & Invasive Species in WNY Lanscapes & Habitat
Sunday, July 11, 2 to 4 pm
Participants will gain an understanding of the benefits of plants that are native to the Western New York area, as well as the challenges of invasive species that are taking over the natural landscape, to the detriment of our native birds, wildflowers, and wild life. Tips and hints will be shared with gardeners for how they can landscape their own backyard with native plants, for the protection and preservation of native wildlife.
Paul Fuhrmann, of Ecology & Environment, Inc., and the New York State Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management (PRISM) brings 20 plus years of environmentally friendly landscaping experience specializing in native plant communities.
Jason Sorens, a professor and amateur naturalist, landscaped his back yard with a native plants meadow (viewable on the Ken-Ton Garden Walk this year), and volunteers with the Western New York Land Conservancy to protect native habitats for our birds, insects, and wildflowers. Reservations are required as space is limited.
U-Pick Blueberry Fundraising Event at the Cudney Farm
Friday, July 30 to Sunday, August 1, 9 am to dark
Support our annual fundraising efforts with a U-Pick Blueberry weekend at Jim & Toni Cudney’s family farm located at 5991 Scherff Road in Orchard Park. Come for the day to pick blueberries in their prime season. Bring your own containers. Minimum donation $5 per container. Proceeds donated to the Western New York Land Conservancy. Jim Cudney is a long-time board member and currently serves as chair of the Conservation Committee. Please contact Mr. Cudney at (716) 662-9428 with any questions.