Selectively Feeding The Birds

I am among the many Prairie folks who enjoy feeding winter birds, and it provides a bit of cabin fever relief during the long, cold months. A favourite is the chickadee. Even on the coldest of mornings chickadees faithfully arrive at the feeders, and their cheerful “Hi sweetie” calls brighten the day. One species that

That’s One Nutty Squirrel

I first noticed the squirrel late in the fall when he took a flying leap from the carport vines to the hanging bird feeder, causing it to swing erratically. He held on, swaying to and fro as he feasted on sunflower seeds. On a subsequent visit he noticed the supply was running low, so he


Backyard Birdwatching In Winter

When winter arrives, some of us are tempted to hibernate. If you’re one of those who just don’t like cold weather, birdwatching in your own backyard can be enjoyed while staying inside. There are about a dozen birds in Manitoba that can be enticed to a feeder during the winter, and watching them out a

Signs Of Spring

If you know a Prairie winter Then you know the cold and snow And you know how we would watch for spring With the signs we came to know We’d be off to school bundled up The mornings were still cold But by afternoon the warm spring sun Would make those who were bold Enough


Feed the birds this winter

Providing for and feeding wild birds can be a very rewarding and enjoyable activity. Bird feeding is the most popular form of providing for wildlife and is practised by many homeowners. Other means of providing for birds include installing birdhouses, providing fresh water and the planting of trees, shrubs, evergreens and flowers to provide shelter