GAME COMMISSION OFFERS ‘LANDSCAPING FOR WILDLIFE’ BOOK
Landowners
interested in developing “backyard habitats” beneficial to wildlife are
encouraged to check out the “Landscaping for Wildlife in Pennsylvania,”
available from the Pennsylvania Game Commission.
Written
by Marcus Schneck, a noted outdoor and nature writer from Hamburg,
Berks County, the 160-page book comes complete with descriptions,
drawings and photos of ideal habitat for a variety of species, from
hummingbirds to bats, as well as construction plans for a number of
wildlife nesting boxes. The book also contains a chapter on nuisance
wildlife and steps to address certain situations, as well as the
importance of planting native species and a listing of recommended
plants.
“While
spring garden plantings may be several weeks away, now is the time to
begin drawing up plans,” said Carl G. Roe, Game Commission executive
director. “If you are interested in seeing and helping wildlife on your
property, then this book is a must. It can help guide any first-time
backyard habitat planner, as well as an experienced hand, in helping to
create an oasis for wildlife.”
To order the book, which costs $9.43 (plus state sales tax and shipping and handling), visit the Game Commission’s website (www.pgc.state.pa.us),
put your cursor over “General Store” in the menu bar at the top of the
homepage, click on “Visit the Outdoor Shop” in the drop down menu
listing, then choose “Pennsylvania Game Commission Outdoor Shop” in the
lower left-hand corner, choose “Merchandise” from the banner listing”
and then click on “Books” in the categories in the left-hand column.
Orders also are being accepted at 1-888-888-3459.
Franklin L. (Louie) Baker
9 hours ago
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