There is no better way to view birds close up than by having a bird feeder in your window. You will not only be able to watch them closely but also be able to take some fantastic photographs. There are various styles of window bird feeders you can make. They can be as simple as adding suction cups to a clear dish or an elaborate wooden one and bracket it to… read more
You can build a platform bird feeder from cedar wood to feed the wild birds in your yard year-round. These instructions will help you build a platform bird feeder that measures 16 inches long and 12 inches wide with dowel rod perches along the front and the back. Adjust the size of the wood trim and the baseboard if you'd like to build a larger or smaller bi… read more
You can attract a panoply of bird species to your yard or garden with this simple-to-make bird feeder. Using recycled tomato baskets provides an inexpensive container for bird feed. The wide mouth of the basket allows for a variety of different types of feed or treats to be used, attracting more varieties of birds. As birds discover the feeder, more and more… read more
Squirrels are notorious bandits when it comes to stealing food from bird feeders. Depending on the type of bird feeder being raided, one or more of these methods can be employed to rid the bird feeder from squirrel theft. read more
Squirrels can quickly empty a bird feeder, storing food away for winter use. With a few simple modifications, any hanging bird feeder can become squirrel-proof. A couple of soda bottles and a clothesline will transform any hanging bird feeder into a squirrel-proof feeding sanctuary for the birds. read more
Wild birds are colorful, fun to watch, and an important part of any local ecosystem. Bird feeders are a great way to observe wild birds up close while providing them with supplemental calories. Feeding birds is also a good way to help… read more
Adding a bird feeder to your yard has so many more benefits than just feeding the birds. You'll be benefiting the environment at the same time. Bird feeders come in all shapes and sizes and are available at many stores. You also can m… read more
Making a bird feeder log is a simple project that children can do themselves under appropriate adult supervision. Small children will need help with the power drill and chisel, but they can participate in all other aspects of the proje… read more
When feeding your local birds through a bird feeder, you may often find you are feeding the entire neighborhood of animals as well, with squirrels and other small animals taking the majority of the food. To counteract this, you may nee… read more
The sight of a hummingbird always seems to bring a smile to people's faces. If they are a favorite of yours too, and you would like to attract more of them, a hummingbird feeder is a good way to do it. You can create your own feeder fr… read more
These easy-to-make bird treat cookies are simple bird feeders that children can make with a little adult supervision. During the Christmas season, kids can use these cookies to decorate a Christmas tree for the birds. Using a wide vari… read more
Making a bird feeder with your kids not only will feed the birds, but you also will get to spend time together doing something creative that will help the local environment. There are bunches of different ways you can make a homemade b… read more
Making a bird feeder at home does not have to be difficult. Most are so easy to construct that the kids can do it by themselves. A bird feeder made from a milk carton is disposable, so you can discard it when it gets too weathered and… read more
There's no easier way to consistently be able to bird-watch than to set up a simple bird feeder. From yellow-bellied sapsuckers and wrens to blue jays, chickadees, grackles, doves and woodpeckers, all sorts of birds likely will be draw… read more
A simple bird feeder is a great craft project to share with your kids. It will help them learn an appreciation for nature and your whole family will benefit from the birds it attracts. The first bird feeder project is fit for very youn… read more
Many people enjoy setting up a bird feeder in the backyard. The fluttering color and singing of birds adds an element of beauty to any garden. However, bird feeders can quickly become the target of raccoons who may destroy the feeder a… read more
Birdwatching is a wonderful way to get in touch with nature no matter where you are. Since birds exist nearly everywhere in abundant numbers, you don't need to live near a forest or drive a long distance to enjoy them. In most areas, y… read more
Making a bird feeder can help encourage birds to visit your yard. While your goal may be to enjoy the beauty of local song birds, setting out bird feeders can also help supplement the birds' natural diet and prevent birds from starving… read more
If you have a bird feeder set up in your yard, it is exciting to see new bird species visit it. Many species of birds migrate from their normal ranges in winter and travel to regions they normally don't reside in. Attracting rare birds… read more
Hummingbirds are one of the smallest and fastest birds in the bird kingdom. There are 27 species in the U.S. Birdwatchers can attract hummingbirds to their yards with a hummingbird feeder, a project which can be shared by the whole fam… read more
You've already tried car and RV camping. You've camped at commercial campsites that had a convenient restroom and water supply. Now, you want to explore the road less traveled. Backcountry camping, also known as primitive camping, is a wonderful way to explore the remote...
Pismo State Beach, California, has many attractions and activities including camping, swimming, hiking and wildlife viewing. Birdwatching is one of the primary activities in the area. The park also has the largest over-wintering colony of monarch butterflies in the natio...
The first and most fundamental thing is never hike alone. There are too many situations, especially as an unexperienced hiker, where you may find yourself without anyone to help you. So the buddy system works and applies very much in hiking.
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