Louise Beckinsale
Attracting Birds to Your Backyard - With Bob and Louise - 88.1 MYFM Podcast
Discover expert tips on attracting and caring for birds in your backyard with Bob and Louise from Gilligallou Bird. Learn about the benefits, best practices, and how to create a bird-friendly environment. Perfect for bird enthusiasts and beginners alike!
Wildfires raging through a Canadian forest rich with birds and wildlife
Louise Beckinsale
How Canadian Wildfires Impact Birds: A Climate Change Crisis
How the ongoing Canadian wildfires are endangering bird populations in a record breaking wildfire season.
How Farming Practices are Changing to Benefit Our Birds and Other Wildlife
Bob Volks
How Farming Practices are Changing to Benefit Our Birds and Other Wildlife
The changes to the farming industry have evolved greatly, particularly over the past few decades here in North America. With the evolution of technology and equipment, many practices are becoming more efficient for farmers but as citizens of the Earth, we must always remain diligent in ensuring that despite our efficiencies, we are still keeping nature in mind
How to Install a Barred Owl Nesting Box
Louise Beckinsale
How to Install a Barred Owl Nesting Box

There is nothing more unmistakable than the sighting or sounds of one of our native owls here in the Ottawa area. The sight or sound of one undoubtedly sends immediate feelings of excitement and with good reason, they are a treat to behold. One such species that is quite common here in the Ottawa area […]

 

visiting-the-mill-of-kintail
Louise Beckinsale
A Trip to the Historic Mill of Kintail

Nearly seven years ago we “built our nest” in beautiful Almonte, Ontario – town with a rich history of former (and current) residents including the inventor of basketball; Dr. James Naismith. Outside of the attraction of the friendly atmosphere and its historic qualities, we chose Almonte and Mississippi Mills also for the wonderful outdoor spaces […]

 

Why Native Grasses and Gardens Matter
Louise Beckinsale
Why Native Grasses and Gardens Matter

If you stop and take a look around at the splendor that is Mother Nature, you can quickly become humbled to know that many of the trees and plants that make up much of the wild space here in the Ottawa area were here long before we were. The fact of the matter is, many […]

 

Summer Bird Baths and Why Your Yard Needs One
Louise Beckinsale
Summer Bird Baths and Why Your Yard Needs One

It’s no secret, we all need water to survive. While you certainly have a few natural water sources around your yard or neighborhood, having a dedicated bird bath directly in your yard has a variety of benefits for our feathered friends. When it comes to choosing a bird bath, the options can vary quite widely. […]

 

An Introduction to Urban Birding
Louise Beckinsale
An Introduction to Urban Birding

Spring is upon us and it has been absolutely stunning from both a birding perspective and of recently, from a weather perspective. As with most of you, we have been out in the field and our yards enjoying all of the sights and sounds that come with this wonderful time of year. With spring often comes […]