Chasing Chickens

Monday, May 29, 2017

Chasing Chickens

Monday, May 29, 2017
For years I have been wanting to do a North American chicken run. Chicken run? Yes, you read that correctly. In other words I wanted to go in search of as many displaying and lekking grouse/prairie-chicken species as possible. Realistically this includes six different species: Lesser Prairie-Chicke…

7 Top Reasons to Feed Your Birds BirdBerry Jelly

Sunday, May 21, 2017

7 Top Reasons to Feed Your Birds BirdBerry Jelly

Sunday, May 21, 2017
Tis the season for Jelly!  BirdBerry Jelly that is.  The Baltimore Orioles have arrived and this means oranges and BirdBerry Jelly will be in high demand by backyard bird enthusiasts.
The fact of the matter is that jelly and fruit are enjoyed by a great many of wonderful birds.  You can attract th…

An Unexpected Finch

Tuesday, May 9, 2017

An Unexpected Finch

Tuesday, May 9, 2017
It's always nice to enjoy watching bird feeders on a beautiful spring day. Conveniently my bird feeders are front in of my kitchen windows to fully enjoy the colours, sights and sounds of the feathered visitors. A few days ago I was cooking dinner enjoying the birds flying by the windows when a…

Getting to Know: Hummingbirds

Friday, May 5, 2017

Getting to Know: Hummingbirds

Friday, May 5, 2017
Getting to Know the Ruby-throated Hummingbird 'Tis the season, the Ruby-throated Hummingbirds are returning to Simcoe County for another summer. Have you seen any of these little flying jewels yet?  Keep your eyes peeled and your feeders full to ensure they see your yard as the perfect place t…