The Audubon Nature Gardens have undergone a remarkable transformation over the past year. The stone pathway that weaves through the garden was replaced by a paver walkway to improve accessibility and reduce maintenance. With support of the Club, the entrance was expanded and marked by a welcoming wood arbor. New signs were erected to recognize Don Morris, founder of the Butterfly Garden and Joan Klimm, founder of the Native Garden. A third section featuring fruit trees was added. Our dedicated volunteers, known affectionately as “worker bees,” planted and pruned new life into the gardens. And, in recent months dozens of Grand Harbor residents have purchased tribute pavers to salute people who were important in their lives.

Nearly all these enhancements were orchestrated by Debbie Lindsey as vice president of Grand Harbor Audubon and chair of the gardens committee. The final project she envisioned was erected last week. Thanks to the generosity of her many friends in the ParTee Girls golf group, we now have an enclosed display case where we will be able to post notices about upcoming programs and share educational information, such as the lifecycle of the Monarch Butterfly.

We invite you to stroll through the gardens to see all these improvements and enjoy this unique oasis in the heart of our community.

​Bob Joy