If you live in a part of the country or world that has harsh winters, you've got a few choices to provide water for birds in winter. You can either buy a heated birdbath, buy a birdbath heater, or get creative. The method I've been using for years is creative and has proven to be very fuss-free and effective. It involves no extension cords or electrical wiring to bury or any … [Read more...] about Cheapest Way To Provide Water For Birds In Winter
Bird Feeding
Best Way To Keep Your Tube Feeders Dry
Tube Feeders Get Wet Easily No matter what time of year it is one of the best things you can do for your backyard birds is to keep their food dry. It deters spoilage and helps stretch out the time between feeder cleanings. Unfortunately, tube feeders seem to find a way to get wet even when you've taken precautions. I have upside down finch feeders that have domes and still … [Read more...] about Best Way To Keep Your Tube Feeders Dry
What’s The Best Way To Keep Squirrels Off Bird Feeders?
You Can't Make A Deal With Squirrels One of the biggest misconceptions I hear is feeding squirrels will keep them from bothering your feeders. This is simply not true. I have yet to meet a squirrel that wouldn't take anything it could get its little paws on to eat. I have them in my backyard and I do feed them but I take other precautions. Among these are: … [Read more...] about What’s The Best Way To Keep Squirrels Off Bird Feeders?
New Bird Feeders For Your Backyard Birds
New Bird Feeders Are Great At This Time Of Year Let's face it. Winter is the time that wild birds need us the most. Naturally occurring food sources are all but gone and they need to find ways to replace them. Add to this their increased energy demands to keep them warm and you've got the makings of a rush on your existing bird feeding stations. Having overcrowded feeders … [Read more...] about New Bird Feeders For Your Backyard Birds
How And What Are You Feeding Your Northern Cardinals?
Every morning and every evening I have Northern Cardinals at my feeder. I get a few during the day but the most traffic comes at these times. I could set my watch by them. This came in handy when sick House Finches were taking over my squirrel-proof hopper feeder. … [Read more...] about How And What Are You Feeding Your Northern Cardinals?
Top Ten Ways To Get Your Bird Feeders Ready For Winter Bird Feeding
As October comes to a close, there are a few things you need to make sure to do to get your feeders ready for winter. Winter time is when your birds depend on you to provide them with clean and safe feeding stations, wholesome quality food and an ample supply of water. It's also the time that unsanitary conditions threaten to make birds sick because of the increased traffic … [Read more...] about Top Ten Ways To Get Your Bird Feeders Ready For Winter Bird Feeding
Are You Hand Feeding Birds?
At some point everyone who sets up bird feeding stations wants to know if it's possible to hand feed their little visitors. They build a bond with them and desire a more personal connection. The good news is that it is possible to do. Depending on which approach you take you may even be able to feed them the first day you try. Let's take a look at a couple of these. When … [Read more...] about Are You Hand Feeding Birds?
Keep Your Hummingbird Feeders Up Until First Frost
Most of us can't wait until April every year to start putting out our Hummingbird feeders. We love attracting those little birds that are so much fun to watch. I live in the South near Nashville where we get a ton of the Ruby Throated Hummingbirds. We laugh when they hover around us chirping and flitting seemingly suspended in mid air. They add a whole other dimension to … [Read more...] about Keep Your Hummingbird Feeders Up Until First Frost