To most of us here in the great white north, the summer heat is something we long for during our long, cold winters. As we head into the middle of July, the outdoor temperatures are sizzling, to say the least. As we hear warnings through television and media outlets of the affects of heat on […]

We all know how important water is to our backyard birds, and that remains especially true for those arriving from their long flights back to their breeding and nesting grounds. For those of us working hard to provide a reliable water source for birds year round, it can be challenging to keep our winter bird […]

Whether or not we all want to admit it, winter is here and isn’t going anywhere…at least for a few more months. As we move into the colder months there are a number of steps you can take as a backyard birder to ensure your feathered friends have what they need to be comfortable this […]

As the leaves and other debris begin to fall from our backyard trees this autumn, it becomes just as important a time than ever to keep an eye on your bird baths to ensure they are kept clean.   In addition to protecting your birds from the possible spread of disease, having clean water in your […]

Providing your backyard birds with a properly maintained, clean and reliable water source is not only beneficial to the birds that already visit your yard, it can actually help attract more birds to your yard. A bird bath serves a variety of functions for your backyard birds, not only giving them a place to drink […]