At a recent township meeting, the Board of Supervisors adopted the Bird Town Pennsylvania program which was proposed by the Environmental Advisory Council (EAC) and joins 101 other municipalities in Pennsylvania in becoming a Bird Town; a statewide program which recognizes townships for their commitment to stewardship. “Our Township is looking forward to making an even more beautiful and environmentally friendly community for both people and birds”, said Kathleen Davis, EAC Chair.

The Township will work with Bird Town Pennsylvania to highlight the township’s incredible ecological resources and to provide outreach and education to property owners. Residents will be encouraged to get to know the birds of their backyard and attend community events and workshops where Bird Town information will be available.

“Birds are natural indicators of ecological health,” says Heidi Shiver who manages the Bird Town Pennsylvania program. “Small steps in a backyard can increase the diversity of birds and at the same time create a healthier living environment for people and pets. With our incredible partners in New Britain Township, residents will surely hear more about their role in the lives of birds. I’m confident that they will be amazed to find out what birds come through this area during migration.”

More information on Bird Town Pennsylvania or for creating a backyard habitat can be found at www.birdtownpa.org.