Local Minnesota Birding Events · · ─ ·𖥸· ─ · · Note: Event dates and information are subject to change. Please consult the hosting organization before attending an event. Feel free to contact us at info@wildbirdstore.net to request an edit to the list or to share an event. Thank you! 🗓️ October 3, 2026 8:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Birding by Bike:…
Local Minnesota Birding Events Note: Event dates and information are subject to change. Please consult the hosting organization before attending an event. Feel free to contact us at info@wildbirdstore.net to request an edit to the list or to share an event. Thank you! 🗓️ September 5, 2026 8:30 a.m.–10:30 a.m. Early Birders – September Location: Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden and…
Local Minnesota Birding Events Note: Event dates and information are subject to change. Please consult the hosting organization before attending an event. Feel free to contact us at info@wildbirdstore.net to request an edit to the list or to share an event. Thank you! · · ─ ·𖥸· ─ · · 🗓️ August 1, 2026 9:00 a.m.–10:30 a.m.Bird HikeLocation: Washington County…
Technology is having a real impact on the bird feeding hobby, and lately it’s been a positive one. I’ve been experimenting with a few of the feeder cams you’ve probably seen all over the internet, and for the most part, it’s lived up to the hype—with a few exceptions. Easy Setup, Fun Notifications The tech itself—the camera, the connection, the…
American Goldfinches change their habits as summer turns to fall. Learn how to keep goldfinches visiting your yard through the changing seasons with these simple feeding and gardening tips from All Seasons Wild Bird Store. In this video, we cover: Why goldfinches are attracted to Nyjer® and Nyjer® blends Why male goldfinches look different in fall and winter The importance…
Like humans, birds have both forelimbs and hindlimbs. Unlike us, however, their forelimbs have evolved into wings, leaving their legs and feet to perform a remarkable variety of tasks. Birds use their legs and feet for scratching and digging, clinging to surfaces, walking, preening, holding prey, swimming, steering during flight, building nests, and much more. Let’s take a closer look at…
You can attract birds to your home even if you only have a small space. A balcony or small patio can offer all the essentials birds need—food, shelter, and water. Because space is limited, you’ll want to plan carefully and make the most of every opportunity. Window Feeders Window feeders attach directly to glass with suction cups and are a…
A Community of Bird Lovers This year marks a milestone that fills us with tremendous gratitude—All Seasons Wild Bird Store is celebrating 35 years of serving backyard bird lovers across the Twin Cities. When we look back on the journey, what stands out most isn’t the stores, the products, or even the birds themselves. It’s the people. Our customers have…
Local Minnesota Birding Events Note: Event dates and information are subject to change. Please consult the hosting organization before attending an event. Feel free to contact us at info@wildbirdstore.net to request an edit to the list or to share an event. Thank you! · · ─ ·𖥸· ─ · · 🗓️ July 4, 2026 8:00 a.m.–10:00 a.m. Minnesota Campus Bird…
Tips for attracting and feeding hummingbirds from your local backyard birding experts at All Seasons Wild Bird Stores. • When to put hummingbird feeders out in the Twin Cities of Minnesota • Don’t use pesticides because hummingbirds eat insects • Select feeders that are easy to fill and clean • Make nectar from concentrate or mix your own nectar •…
Up to 20 different species of warblers pass through the Twin Cities area between mid-April and the end of May, with the bulk passing through between the 5th and 15th of May. If you’d like to catch a sighting or two of these colorful migrants—in your backyard or around town—Minnesota birding expert Bob Janssen has helped us to prepare…
Local Minnesota Birding Events Note: Event dates and information are subject to change. Please consult the hosting organization before attending an event. Feel free to contact us at info@wildbirdstore.net to request an edit to the list or to share an event. Thank you! · · ─ ·𖥸· ─ · · 🗓️ June 6, 2026 7:30 am – 9:30 amEarly Birders…
Tiny and fierce, the Ruby-throated Hummingbird—Minnesota’s only hummingbird species—is truly remarkable. Here are some facts about this incredible bird. Learn how to attract these and other birds at https://wildbirdstore.com or visit any of our convenient Twin Cities locations for help from our local backyard birding experts!
By Bloomington Administrative Assistant GAIL CONLEY Every birder knows the thrill—that first flash of orange high in the canopy, followed by a rich, whistled song that seems to declare the season officially underway. The Baltimore Oriole isn’t just another spring migrant; for many of us, its arrival feels like a true seasonal milestone. When I first became interested in birding,…

