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The Art of Stone Painting (Bird Tutorial)

Published on April 26, 2019Last updated October 22, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

The Art of Stone Painting book.

You can create stone painting art like these beautiful bird rocks with these instructions. Be sure to get the right materials for long-lasting designs on rocks and stones. This project is from … [Read more...]

How To Choose a Wildlife Camera (Trail Camera) For Backyard Birds

Published on April 20, 2019Last updated October 22, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Cardinal eating sunflower seed at bird feeder.

Using a wildlife camera (trail camera or birdcam) is a great way to get candid photos or videos of the activity at your backyard bird feeder. Equipped with a motion-sensor, these cameras capture up … [Read more...]

Creative Little Free Library Ideas for Your Neighborhood

Published on April 10, 2019Last updated October 22, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Little free libraries with books inside.

Little Free Libraries are community sharing hubs where you can take or leave free items. While they began with books, today you might find everything from seeds and plants to food, toys, or even … [Read more...]

How to Watch Live Wild Bird Cameras

Published on January 23, 2019Last updated October 7, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Watching birds at feeder with winter birdcam.

Want to be an armchair birder? There are many excellent bird cams broadcasting from around the world. And you do not have to watch live: many also share highlight reels so you can catch the … [Read more...]

Winter Care for Wild Birds in Your Backyard

Published on November 26, 2018Last updated October 9, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Chickadee on a snowy branch.

To survive winter, birds need more than luck—they need food, shelter, and safety. Your garden can provide these essentials year-round. Also see the Complete Guide for Choosing Birdseed to … [Read more...]

How to Choose Wildlife Houses (Birds Bees Bats Owls)

Published on April 14, 2018Last updated October 18, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Bee house with tubes of natural materials for nesting.

Want to provide safe nesting boxes for wildlife in your garden? See how to choose safe and eco-friendly houses for local birds, bees, bats, owls, and kestrels. There are more tips, projects, … [Read more...]

How to Create a Garden Birds Love

Published on December 28, 2015Last updated October 18, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Bird eating berries in the garden.

Want a garden filled with beautiful birds and other beneficial pollinators? There’s several things you can do to not only attract them, but keep them safe and nurtured as well. Every choice we make … [Read more...]

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