“Spring Gardening for Birds,” the sixth in the series of eight classes in “Backyard Birding,” is from 10 a.m.-noon Saturday, April 18, at the Dungeness River Audubon Center, 2151 W. Hendrickson Road, Sequim.

Joe Holtrop, executive director of the Clallam Conservation District, will present important aspects of a bird-friendly yard, including food, water and shelter, with emphasis on the use of plants native to this area.

The series of classes, hosted by members of the Olympic Peninsula Audubon Society, is intended for residents of this area who are interested in knowing more about birds seen locally each season of the year and learning how to develop good habitats for wild birds.

“Backyard Birding” can be taken either as individual classes or in a series. The cost of each session is $5 and is free for anyone under 18.

After the completion of five sessions, participants will be offered free membership in OPAS for one year.

Mark your calendars for the two remaining classes this spring: “Enjoying Spring Sounds” on May 16 presented by Dow Lambert and Ken Wiersema; and June 6 is “Birds Out of the Nest” with Wiersema who will describe what life is like for young birds in your yard and garden.