Even if you’re not going for your own Big Year in birding, having a handy birding app on your iPhone or Android could come in handy for identifying birds out on your birding expeditions or even a walk around the neighborhood. Personally, I find them extremely helpful for these plus determining the best kinds of …
Water features are an excellent addition to any wildlife-friendly garden. Since life can’t exist without water, you’ll notice all sorts of birds and other garden critters show up when you install a water feature. They don’t have to stay outside either. Some of the best indoor water feature ideas can be displayed right inside your …
Everyone knows the 3T’s of Thanksgiving — turkey, tradition, and… Thursday? Have you ever wondered why we celebrate Thanksgiving on the fourth Thursday of November instead of having a specific date? There’s a good reason behind that and if you want to know why Thanksgiving is always on a Thursday, keep reading! History of Thanksgiving …
You’ve bought the bird feeders, chosen the birdseed, and set everything up to look like a dream hot spot for your local neighborhood birds. However, when you sit back and watch you notice that there are far fewer birds than you would like to see coming by to visit. It’s a situation that can be …
It’s hard to believe that the year is already behind us, but here we are making plans to ring in the New Year in style! Whether you’re looking forward to a quiet evening at home, celebrating with your closest friends and family, or a large party with all the glitz and glam, the first step …
Growing up in Poland, we had plenty of snow each winter. We always played in it, building snowmen, having snowball fights, or sledding. However, I enjoyed eating it. It might sound crazy, but as a young boy, I couldn’t resist. Now, as a grown-up man, I wonder if what I was doing was safe or …
The festive season always brings around excitement – the tasty food, seasons greetings, staff parties, and pretty lights, to name a few. For many people, Christmas begins by setting up the Christmas tree and other festive decorations. It’s an exciting experience encouraging bonding with the rest of the family. Unfortunately, this can’t last forever. After …
Read moreWhen Should I Start Taking Down My Christmas Decorations?
When the frost creeps in, the grueling task of shoveling snow off driveways and paved surfaces is suddenly back on your to-do list. While using a shovel to clear your snow is a tried and tested method, it takes up a lot of your time and energy that could’ve been used for something else. If …
Winter is peeking around the corner, and it’s only a matter of time before the first snowfall of the season. While waking up to your neighborhood covered in fresh snow makes the whole world seem like a winter wonderland, the thought of shoveling snow off your driveway may put an end to the awe. However, …
Read moreIs Shoveling Snow Good For Your Health or Dangerous?
Winter is approaching and it’s time to prepare your snow removal tools. If you own a snow blower to help clear your driveways and walkways more efficiently, you also need somewhere to store that snow blower. It spends a lot of time exposed to the elements and difficult weather conditions which can affect its life. …