Indiana Author and Birder Sharon Sorenson to present plant native talk April 11
The Invasive Species Awareness Coalition (ISAC) of Dubois County and the Dubois-Jasper Public Libraries are hosting “Plant Native to Attract Birds,” a free program featuring Indiana author and birder Sharon Sorenson.
The talk and slide show, featuring Sorenson’s own beautiful photography, is Thursday, April 11 from 7 to 8 p.m. EDT at the theater of Vincennes University Jasper Campus Center for Innovation, Technology
Sorenson, in addition to being an author and avid birder, is known for her column in the Evansville Courier, For the Birds, and her website, birdsintheyard.com. She lives in rural southwest Indiana and has been adding native landscaping to her yard and property over the years. “Natives are not only the best thing you can plant, they may be instrumental in the survival of a species,” Sorenson states.
Sorenson’s two books, Planting Native to Attract Birds and Birds in the Yard Month by Month, are full of beautiful photography and great, down to earth information. Sorenson will sign and sell her books starting at 6:30 pm before the event, and after the event as well. It is suggested that attendees come early to get a seat and purchase a book to be signed.
The Invasive Species Awareness Coalition (ISAC) of Dubois County is a local partnership that aims to raise awareness and slow the spread of invasive species in Dubois County. Some invasive plants causing problems in the area include Callery Pear trees, Bush Honeysuckle, Wintercreeper vines, and Poison Hemlock. As many invasive plants originate as landscaping, selecting native landscaping alternatives is one easy way that homeowners can make a difference. The group will have an information table at the event and volunteers on hand to answer questions about native and invasive plants. All attendees will also receive a goody bag.
Reservations are not required, and anyone is welcome to attend. For more information on this program or the Invasive Species Awareness Coalition of Dubois County, see our website at http://www.isacdc.org, visit our Facebook page, or call the Dubois Soil & Water Conservation District at 812-482-1171 ext 3.
Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/292613311417371/
ISAC Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/ISACofDuboisCounty/
