NLCP Landscapes for Birds - Fredericksburg, Nov 14, 2026

Learn about the benefits of native plants and 45 desirable landscape plants that support a healthy bird population in your area.

NLCP is a state-wide program, but classes focus on the characteristics and plants in the region in which they are taught. This class is specific to the Fredericksburg area.

Location: TBD

Class Outline:
Native Landscapes for Birds is a companion class to the Native Landscape Certification Program (NLCP).

In the class you will:

• Appreciate the rich bird diversity in Texas and their contributions to the natural world.
• Understand current threats to bird populations and what you can do to help.
• Recognize the importance of native plants and plant diversity to the success of birds.
• Create and maintain bird friendly native plant landscapes.
• Become familiar with up to 50 native Texas plants that benefit your local birds.

This is a companion class to the certification program. There is no prerequisite, test or certificate.

Instructors: 

Mark McClelland 
Kathy Saucier

Native Landscape Certification Program (NLCP)

The Native Landscape Certification Program (NLCP) is a four-level certification program that teaches the value of including and preserving native plants in landscapes. Classes focus on the characteristics and plants of the region in which they are taught. Check it out.

Registration Process

When you "Click to register online", a "Log In" screen pops up.  You must log in to register at the Member Price.  If you are a member, have taken a class, or attended an event in the past, an account has already been created for you, though you may still need to create a login.   Log in or create a login by filling in the email address used to complete your registration and clicking "Recover Account."  Account records are secure and will not be shared.  

Non-members may click on the "X" in the upper right-hand corner of the pop-up screen to close it and access the registration form.

 After Registration Watch for:

NPSOT registration confirmation email - Check your junk mail, emails are sent from NLCP@NPSOT.org
1 week prior to class - reminder email
3 days prior to class - an email with class materials and Zoom links
1 day prior and day-of class - final reminder emails

Class Prices and NPSOT Member Discounts

Level 1: $45 for all
Levels 2, 3, 4 and Native Landscapes for Birds:
$50 - Native Plant Society of Texas (NPSOT) members
$65 - Non-members. Become a NPSOT member. 

Cancellations

Contact: Linda Foss NLCP@npsot.org or (830) 218-7211. Fees may not be applied to future classes. Cancellations made by midnight on the Monday prior to class are eligible for a refund. Upon cancellation, a $10 handling fee is deducted from the refund. Thanks for your understanding in this matter.

Questions

Registration: Linda Foss NLCP@npsot.org or (830) 218-7211.
Class-specific & Technical Issues: Paula Stone - paula@gilbriar.com (210)-393-7351