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Bv Marshall Jones
Special to the Rappahannock News
In the depth of winter, gardeners have a treasured ritual - poring over seed catalogs, dreaming of the spring day when ice and frozen ground give way to tillable earth and sprouted seedlings, anticipating the joy of flowers and food to follow.
That same ground also harbors the potential of the natural abundance which makes Virginia such a special place. But nature needs our help, now more than ever.
For those who want to learn more about encouraging wildlife and their habitats on their land, another winter ritual is approaching - the annual Wildlife Habitat Open House at the Rappahannock County High School on Saturday, Feb. 7. from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with an outdoor nature walk to follow.
Sponsored by the Rappahannock League for Environmental Protection and the Piedmont Environmental Council, the Wildlife Habitat Open House is an opportunity for one-stop shopping for information from 20 federal. state, and private conservation organizations, with displays, books, literature, and expert advice.
In addition, there will be special presentations about native species, habitat projects, and invasive species. Children of all ages will have their own programs. including nature-related crafts and assembling bluebird boxes.
Based on last year’s experience. more than 400 persons are expected to participate from Rappahannock. Fauquier, Culpeper, Loudoun, Clarke, Prince William, Fairfax, Madison and Greene counties.
The special presentations start at 10:30 a.m. with "Bluebird Basics - Attracting and Keeping Bluebirds in Your Yard." Anne Little, president of the Virginia Bluebird Society, will explain how to attract bluebirds and other cavity-nesting birds and provide a productive
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