"Building a Culture of Conservation … One Yard at a Time"

Our backyard is our private space, our piece of the world. It may be our playground, a place to relax with family and friends, or a tranquil oasis. Regardless of its function, we all want our yards to be healthy, nurturing places – nurturing to ourselves and to the plants and wildlife that share it with us.

Audubon’s Healthy Habitats Program exists to help you create healthier outdoor living spaces – in your backyard and community. Explore with us how to use pesticides responsibly, why native plants are important, how you can work with natural processes to maintain your yard while spending less time and money, … and more.

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Audubon Guide for a Healthy Yard and Beyond
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Responsible pesticide use

Using native plants

Gardening for wildlife, Summer tips

Planting native species can help attract birds, such as this Hermit Thrush, to your yard and community. Aside from eating seeds and berries, many species will consume insect pests.