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This week offered something that doesn't happen nearly often enough—a little downtime at my family's farm. Running a birding store business that revolves around helping people enjoy nature means there...
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Roasted or Natural Peanuts for Squirrels? Let’s Crack This One Open If you’ve ever stood at your window, coffee in hand, watching squirrels argue over a peanut like it’s the...
Birds in January are masters of efficiency. They don’t multitask.They don’t rush.They don’t waste energy. They eat when food is available, rest when it’s not, and fluff up without a...
Earlier this week, I had the great pleasure of being the guest speaker at the monthly meeting of the Probus Club of Ajax—and wow, what a tremendous turnout! The room...
One of the surprises of January birding is how quickly birds start to feel like familiar characters rather than fleeting visitors. With summer gone, the noise fades and the cast...
January has a way of asking a lot from us. The days are short, the air is sharp, and the calendar seems determined to move faster than we are ready...
It’s New Year’s Day, which means resolutions are everywhere. Eat cleaner. Exercise more. Be more productive. Become a better version of yourself by Tuesday. The birds outside my window didn’t...
By Paul Oliver, Founder, Urban Nature Store Every winter has its moment, and in my backyard, that moment is officially announced by the arrival of the juncos. One day the...
The first day of winter has a funny reputation. For many, it marks the beginning of cold fingers, early sunsets, and the long wait for spring. But for me, winter...
Hi everyone I’m excited to share a little program we’ve created to support our local nature-loving communities. If you’re part of a community group, gardening society, or school that’s hosting...
During November and December, I had the great privilege (and a lot of fun!) visiting all of our Urban Nature Store locations to share coffee, hot chocolate — and a...
By Paul Oliver, Founder – Urban Nature Store Every winter, I’m reminded that the smallest creatures often carry the biggest lessons. When the snow flies and the days shorten, most...
By Paul Oliver, Founder – Urban Nature Store There’s something about December that brings out the best in both people and birds. Maybe it’s the smell of pine in the...
By Paul Oliver, Founder – Urban Nature Store There’s a moment every year — usually when I see my breath for the first time — when I know it’s time...
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