Build a bluebird house with this free tutorial. This Audubon design makes the nesting box easy to build, maintain, and predator-resistant. I also have free plans for a wren nesting … [Read more...]
Birdhouses & Feeders
35 Creative Birdhouse Ideas For Your Garden
Want creative and unique birdhouse ideas? This photo gallery features all sorts of decorative bird home with lots of rustic, homemade touches including different paint colors and stone … [Read more...]
10 Tips for Hand Feeding Wild Birds
Want to hand-feed wild birds? These tips walk you through a plan to gradually build trust and offer seed in the palm of your hand. Before starting, be certain it is legal and safe to feed wildlife and … [Read more...]
Create Seed Pod Bouquets for Winter Birds
Here’s a sweet way to dress up your garden for the winter: bundle up old flowering perennials with burlap ribbon and leave the seeds for the birds. You will nourish wildlife and, come spring, it’s … [Read more...]
DIY Hummingbird Feeder with Mason Jars
Make your own hummingbird feeder using small mason jars. These feeders are simple to make, loved by hummingbirds, and easy to clean. The recipe for how to make sugar water for hummingbirds is … [Read more...]
How to Make Water Bottle Bird Feeders
These water bottle bird feeders made from plastic water bottles and perfect for wild birds including American goldfinches, Dark-eyed juncos, Purple finches, Indigo buntings, and more. This would … [Read more...]
How to Clean Bird Feeders the Right Way
If you provide birdseed for wild birds, it is essential to clean your feeders on a regular basis using the tips here to prevent the spread of disease and avoid spoilage. For tips on feeding, … [Read more...]