Fix It Homestead on MSN

Wild birds around feeders can raise risk near coops and what to change without overreacting

Backyard bird feeders bring color and movement to a yard, but they also change how wild birds move around your property. If ...
Southern Living on MSN

Should You Put Up A Bird Feeder In Winter? Here's What The Experts Say

After any snowfall, wild sources of food may also be hidden. "Putting up a bird feeder is important in winter if natural food ...

How safe is your bird feeder?

Make sure your feeders are spread out around the garden to help prevent birds congregating in a small area and that the ...

This Compostable Bird Feeder Is the Perfect DIY Winter Craft

How to Make an Orange Peel Bird Feeder. While a permanent backyard bird feeder is always an option, a compostable bird feeder ...
Morning Call PA

Ground-feeders and suet-eaters need special attention in cold and snow ** Brushing or shoveling an area for groud-feeding species aids in their energy conservation

There’s no better time to remind you that the birds accustomed to earning part of their living at your backyard feeding stations may need some special attention. For one, don’t let the food supplies ...
The Times of Northwest Indiana

Keep feeders clean, healthy for birds

It's time for spring cleaning. While you're washing windows and raking the yard, take some time to clean your bird feeders, ground feeding areas and area below feeders. Clean feeders bring new birds ...

Bird feeders pose a risk in bear country — yes, even in winter

Historically, black bears hibernated through winter due to the lack of available food. Now they have a buffet of options.