The Cost of Birding: Finding Joy on a Budget

Monday, January 27, 2025

Shayna Hartley

Like many hobbies, birding can come with its share of expenses. From specialized optics and electronics to books, clothing, and backyard birding supplies, the list can seem endless. Add to that global trips and workshops, as well as engaging online birding courses, and it's easy to feel overwhe…

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4 Easy and Fun Ways to Connect with Nature This Holiday Season

Wednesday, December 11, 2024

Heather

As we all (hopefully) take some time to slow down over the holidays and spend some time in nature, here are some fun, engaging activities that the entire family will love, while encouraging you all to learn more about nature and connect with your natural environment - right at home. The best part? …

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Holiday Gift Guide 2023

Tuesday, November 14, 2023

Heather

It's that time of year again! Each year, we get really excited about all of the birds we get to experience throughout the winter in southern Ontario AND all of the seasonal products that help us engage with them in special ways. We are going to overview some of our favourite winter products tha…

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Tips for Attracting Yellow-bellied Sapsuckers

Wednesday, March 29, 2023

Shayna Hartley

The Yellow-bellied Sapsucker is one of just three woodpecker species in Ontario who migrate south for the winter - and as I type this, they are on their way back for nesting season! Yellow-bellied Sapsuckers are unique woodpeckers that, while not incredibly shy, can seem quite elusive due to their …

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Confessions of a Former Unethical Photographer

Thursday, March 2, 2023

Shayna Hartley

I have a confession - I haven't always been an ethical wildlife photographer. That hurts to say, but it's true. I used to get too close, too loud, stay too long, follow stressed animals around, and post locations of sensitive species on social media. You're probably asking yourself why…

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'Let's Talk: Birding & Mental Health' Interview With Founder of Birder Brain, Kelly-Sue O'Connor

Tuesday, September 13, 2022

Shayna Hartley

Bird watching benefits the mind, body, and soul. Recent studies have shown that bird watching reduces cortisol levels from stress, lowers heart rate, and helps diminish anxiety, fear, and muscle tension. In addition to those benefits, researchers also found that birding provides a mental work out a…

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