Birds, butterflies and other wildlife need our help to thrive. By adding native plants they’re already adapted to, you can create successful wildlife habitat. Included will be other landscaping ideas to enhance the attractiveness of your yard and increase your enjoyment of our native birds and butterflies. A free program.

Local naturalists and longtime Coupeville residents Steve & Martha Ellis have been leading field trips and giving talks on a wide range of natural history topics for more than 30 years. Steve is a former president of Whidbey Audubon Society and writes a monthly blog for the Whidbey Camano Land Trust; Martha is a member of the Washington Native Plant Society and has a passion for nature photography. Now both retired (Steve after many years in the Coupeville School District and Martha from decades at Oak Harbor Lutheran Church), they’re enjoying more opportunities for off-season travel.