Flanders is holding two bluebird nest box-building workshops this year. The first will take place on Saturday, February 15, and the second on Saturday, February 22. Both sessions are starting at 1:30 PM in the Flanders Studio located at the corner of Flanders and Church Hill Road in Woodbury.
The program begins with a presentation which touches on the history of the Eastern Bluebird and discusses the role of the bluebird nest box initiative in helping to increase the populations of these beautiful birds to sustainable levels. Following the slideshow presentation, participants will build their very own nest box using the kits provided.
Once common throughout Connecticut, the Eastern Bluebird, the only bluebird species found in New England, has declined in numbers. One significant contributing factor to this decline is the lack of suitable nesting spots needed by the bluebird to successfully raise young. The construction of nest boxes and their establishment in appropriate habitat is helping the bluebird make a comeback. Flanders’s ongoing bluebird program has helped bring dozens of Eastern bluebirds back to the area.
This program is wonderful for families as well as adults. The cost for each bluebird nest box kit is $31. Preregistration is required, space is limited and fills quickly so early registration is recommended. Those interested may register online at https://flandersnaturecenter.org/ or call 203-263-3711 for more information.