The Winds of Change
Good fall weather extended into November but reality is bringing early signs of what lies ahead. Juncos that arrived a month ago have settled in, both in the countryside and...
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Backyard Dispatches
The Winds of Change
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How Birds Migration in Falls Make You a Better Lover...
Bird Migration is a fascinating time for many bird lovers. It is also a fun time for many people who feed the birds. You can witness migration in your own...
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Great Gifts for Mom's Backyard
This year, treat Mom with a unique, nature-inspired gift from Urban Nature Store! Find everything from garden tools, weathervanes, windchimes and jewelry, to every type of bird feeder you can...
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Spring Bird Feeding
One question we receive from birders a lot this time of year is whether they should still be putting out food for birds now that winter is over. This article...
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Ernie Jardine Book Signing in Pickering
Ernie Jardine is the self-published author of 'Birdsong: Defined, Decoded, Described'. Ernie will be in our Oshawa location on Saturday, October 28 from 10:30 am to 2:30 pm for a book signing and...
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Where Are My Goldfinches?
"Where are my goldfinches?" This question has been on the lips of many of our customers this fall. Whereas they are used to seeing dozens of the beautiful yellow songbirds...
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Cheeky Bee Beeswax Candles
We've just received a new shipment of Cheeky Bee 100% Pure Canadian Beeswax candles and have now made them available for purchase online. From the Cheeky Bee website: Cheeky Bee...
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Our Holiday Gift Guide is Here!
Every year we compile a list of our favourite items that will be sure to put a smile on anyone's face. For Birders For Her For Him For Kids Stocking...
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EcoFair at the Barns
It was great seeing many of our current (and hopefully future!) customers at the EcoFair at Wychwood Barns this past Sunday. Thanks for dropping by and saying hi. Andrew, who...
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7 Ways You Can Help Your Birds Prepare For Winter
Although we have been treated to a warmer-than-normal fall season this year, the days are growing shorter and the temperatures are beginning to drop. Our feathered friends are now busy...
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Margaret Carney to Visit Our Oshawa Store
Margaret Carney is a nature-appreciation columnist for our local Durham Newspapers. She writes about natural activity including birds, butterflies and all things 'nature' currently happening in Durham region. Her articles...
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New Madd Capp Head-shaped Puzzles
We've just received some fantastic new jigsaw puzzles from Madd Capp Games. A rectangle or square is so last year! These puzzles are shaped like the heads of the animals...
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Ernie Jardine Book Signing
Ernie Jardine is the self-published author of 'Birdsong: Defined, Decoded, Described'. Ernie will be in our Oshawa location on Saturday, October 28 from 10:30 am to 2:30 pm for a book signing and...
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Understanding Binocular Terminology
So you've decided to purchase a pair of binoculars. That's fantastic! Familiarizing yourself with some basic binocular terms will help you make a more educated and appropriate choice. 8x25, 8x42,...
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Live Bird Feeder Cam in Niagara
Our backyard bird feeders are the perfect way to elevate your birding experience. Enjoy live cameras that feed you beautiful footage of the birds as they feed. Live feeder cams are a great way to never miss a minute of action at the feeders. Our live bird feeder cam is located in the Niagara Region in Ontario. Watch the live feed and you can see many of the birds that are local to our area and visit backyard bird feeders.
