Johns Creek to host class on wildlife preservation

Three naturalist organizations are sponsoring a workshop in Johns Creek on creating habitats for amphibians. The workshop is scheduled for 7 p.m. March 17 at the Chattahoochee River Environmental Education Center, 8615 Barnwell Road, Johns Creek.

The class is part of the city's certification process to become a Natural Wildlife Federation Community Wildlife Habitat, a designation currently held by only 43 U.S. cities and towns. The workshops focus on educating the public on the importance of maintaining wildlife areas and using sustainable gardening practices.