Tuesday, 31 December 2013
Monday, 30 December 2013
Sunday, 29 December 2013
Saturday, 28 December 2013
Winter Birds
Source: Amsel, Sheri. “Animal Posters.” Winter Birds
Poster. Exploring Nature Educational Resource. © 2005 - 2013. December 28,
2013. <http://exploringnature.org/db/detail.php?dbID=94&detID=1854>
Thursday, 26 December 2013
Bird Watching Basics
Bird watching or birding is a very popular hobby that includes the
observation and study of birds. Because visual observation of birds is
complemented with auditory observation, the term “birding” is more accurate. Birding
is the second most popular outdoor activity in America, second only to
gardening as the number-one recreation.
For many people bird watching is an opportunity to feel close to
nature. They also enjoy the relaxation and peacefulness by watching birds. Some
birders, however, will travel long distances just to see a rare bird. These
birders are known as twitchers. Twitching is popular in Britain and several
other European countries.
Most birders start out by watching and attracting birds to their
own backyards. Bird feeding can benefit birds and also provide great bird
watching. You can attract a variety of interesting birds to your yard by
selecting and offering the right kinds of food. The common types of food
offered in bird feeding are seeds, nectar, suet and fruit. Early morning is the
best time for bird watching since many birds are then searching most actively
for food.
Once you start feeding birds, you’ll probably want to identify who
is coming to visit. Equipment used for birding includes binoculars, a blank
notebook, and one or more good field guides.
Field guides are books with pictures and descriptions of the
birds. A field guide shows birds of just one country, or one region of a
country, or one habitat.
Binoculars are described by two numbers: 8×32 for example. The
first number tells you the magnification power of the binoculars. The second
tells you the size of the objective lens at the end of the binoculars in
millimeters. Most bird watchers think that 7 or 8 power is about right for most
birding.
The next step is to broaden your birding experience beyond your
own backyard. Plan a trip to a bird sanctuary, national park and other
locations where you can see birds in large numbers. Wherever you go, never harm
the birds and always respect other birders.
And don’t forget to join a local birding club. Clubs organize
field trips, show films of good bird watching destinations and some of them are
involved in local environmental projects. Also visit your local library and
check out books on birds and ornithology.
Tuesday, 24 December 2013
Saturday, 21 December 2013
Squirrel Feeder Chair
Enjoy the squirrels as they sit in their chair and eat the corn. 3 inch screw holds ear of corn.
For more information or to purchase, click here!
Thursday, 19 December 2013
Beautiful Starlight Chimes
Green and red crystals plus a vibrant sound make every day a holiday. Star Light, Star Bright, First star I see tonightMany people make a wish on the first star they see each night. Why wait? Our Starlight Chimes let you make wishes even when the sun's out! Whether you save this for the holidays or display it all year long, it's more than an ornament, it's a wish come true.
For more information or to purchase, click here!
Christmas Cabin
Wreaths, Garland and miniature Poinsettia flower boxes decorate this style that will be sure to delight the birding enthusiast with the Holiday Spirit. Entrance hold measures 1 1/4 inch to accommodate common cavity dwellers such as Wrens, Finches, Chickadees, Nuthatches and Titmice.
For more information or to purchase, click here!
Christmas Cottage Birdfeeder (White)
Holiday visitors of both the human and feathered varieties are sure to enjoy the Christmas Cottage Birdfeeder. Our fully functional bird feeder will fit right into any yuletide backyard. Top lifts up to expose ample cavity for seed. Features a removable wreath. Topped off with a pine roof.
Also available in red.
For more information or to purchase, click here!
Tuesday, 17 December 2013
Cardinal Weather Station
Track the weather and accent your garden. Weather resistant and easy to read designs add style to your patio.
For more information or to purchase, click here!
Cardinal Lights House Flag
Trend setting designs from licensed artists. Finest quality sublimated manufacturing. Resists fading from the sun and mildew. Permanently dyed polyester flags. All weather decorative flags.
For more information or to purchase, click here!
Monday, 16 December 2013
Snowman Thermometer & Snow Gauge
Track the weather and accent your garden. Weather resistant and easy to read designs add style to your patio.
For more information or to purchase, click here!
Woodland Santa Garden Flag
Trend setting designs from licensed artists. Finest quality sublimated manufacturing. Resists fading from the sun and mildew. Permanently dyed polyester flags. All weather decorative flags.
For more information or to purchase, click here!
Cardinal Solar Snow Gauge
Cardinal Solar Snow Gauge. Track the weather and accent your garden. Weather resistant and easy to read designs add style to your patio.
For more information or to purchase, click here!
Saturday, 14 December 2013
Heated Birdbath
Keep the bird
bath fresh and clear with a heated pan. Water is a vital resource to birds in
the winter. Guaranteed to provide your birds with water down to -20 degrees F.
Has a 60 watt thermostatically controlled and insulated heating element
enclosed and sealed. Long-lasting Western Red Cedar frame and post. The post is
hollow so electric cord is out of sight. Some assembly required. Heavy-duty 14
inch bath pan, 13/8 inch deep. Triangular mounts adjustable for deck or fence.
Double cedar frame is 22 inch in diameter. Comes with two anchors (hold-down
stakes).
To get pricing or to purchase, click here!
Rustic Snowman
Our rustic snowman comes in
his own pvc display box and looks just like a snowman who would be in your
backyard in winter.
To purchase this beautiful Christmas Tree ornament or to view others like it, click here!
Friday, 13 December 2013
Solar Snowwoman Bird Feeder
Sturdy, all-metal design - just fill, hang and enjoy. Dispenses black oil sunflower or safflower seed through mesh. 15 inch high, including top hat lid. This adorable snowman is a great seller year round.
For more information, or to buy now, click here!
Monday, 2 December 2013
Subscribe to:
Posts
(
Atom
)