Restoring Biodiversity:

Claire Merrick, Marketing & Public Relations Manager

Growing up in a small Midwestern town, Marcia Carsten took for granted the sights and sounds of the natural world that surrounded her. Over time, as bird calls became less frequent, insects less obvious and fireflies no longer flickered over evening lawns, she realized something was wrong. It wasn’t until a chance encounter with a naturalist that Marcia had an epiphany, leading her to embark on a journey that transformed her outdoor space into a thriving haven for native plants and wildlife. Discover how one woman’s dedication to restoring biodiversity through a Wild Back Yard is making a difference.

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