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Our flagship newsletter, Bird’s-Eye View, is a colorful look at seasonal topics, tips for improving your backyard bird habitat, and profiles of backyard birds. The current issue is available in print for free at any of our 6 Twin Cities neighborhood stores.
2025
January/February 2025
In this issue:Volume 32 Issue 1
Featured Article: Hot Stuff!
Chirps: Wild Bird Delivers
How to birds stay warm in winter?
Birds and Wellness
Seasonal Notes: January/February 2025
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March/April 2025
In this issue:Volume 32 Issue 2
Featured Article: Deer Solutions
Chirps: The Benefits of American-Grown Bird Food
Attract Chickadees: Want to observe chickadee behaviors? Here’s how to attract them.
Ornithology Corner: A Scientific Muse: Black-capped Chickadee
Seasonal Notes: March/April 2025
2024
January/February 2024
In this issue:Volume 31 Issue 1
Field Trip: International Owl Center
Chirps: Why am I seeing a drop in Nyjer consumption lately?
Staff Favorite: Birch log feeders and suet plugs
Bird Behavior: Dusk Disappearing Act
Seasonal Notes: January/February 2024
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March/April 2024
In this issue:Volume 31 Issue 2
Bird Behavior: A Season to Bond
Chirps: Welcome, North Oaks!
Staff Tips: Orioles & Hummingbirds
Attracting Birds: Orioles and Hummingbirds
Seasonal Notes: March/April 2024
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May/June 2024
In this issue:Volume 31 Issue 3
Feature Article: Sharing Outdoor Spaces
Chirps: Community and Connection
Minnesota Birds: Kind of Blue—A look at some of Minnesota’s common sky-hued backyard birds
Seasonal Notes: May and June
July/Aug 2024
In this issue:Volume 31 Issue 3
Feature Article: Bird Behaviors at Your Feeders
Chirps: Enriching Communities, Fostering Connections
Birdscaping: Birds need Pollinators
Seasonal Notes: July and August
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Sept/Oct 2024
In this issue:Volume 31 Issue 3
Feature Article: Expert Tips for Fall Finch Feeding
Chirps
Behind the Lens: Russ Sandstrom
Seasonal Notes: September and October
Nov/Dec 2024
In this issue:Volume 31 Issue 4
Feature Article: Winter Weatherproofing
Chirps
Attracting Birds: Season Standouts
Seasonal Notes: November/December
2023
January/February 2023
In this issue:Volume 30 Issue 1
Winter Birding: Winter Birding Hotspots
Chirps: Wayzata Store is Moving
Bird Identification: Identify Winter Visitors
Seasonal Notes: January/February 2023
March/April 2023
In this issue:Volume 30 Issue 2
Bird Feeding Tips: Small Space Feeding Solutions
Chirps: Health Benefits of Birds
Bird Bio: House Wrens
Seasonal Notes: March/April 2023
May/June 2023
In this issue:Volume 30 Issue 3
Backyard Habitat: Help our Precious Pollinators
Chirps: On Empty Nests and Landing Softly
Bird Bio: Orioles Arrive!
Seasonal Notes: May/June 2023
July/August 2023
In this issue:Volume 30 Issue 4
Feature Article: What is Nyjer?
Chirps: A Leg Up
Mealworm Tips: Mmmmmmm….Mealworms!
Seasonal Notes: July/Aug 2023
September/October 2023
In this issue:Volume 30 Issue 5
Feature Article: Reality of Misconception?
Chirps: Enhancing Birdwatching with Technology
Staff Favorite: Merlin App
Bird Anatomy: Black Beauties
Seasonal Notes: Sept/Oct 2023
November/December 2023
In this issue:Volume 30 Issue 6
Feature Article: The Gift of Feeling Good
Chirps: Join the Flock at All Seasons Wild Bird Store
Staff Favorite: Stalwarts of the Feeding Station
Backyard Beauties: Best of Winter Birds
Seasonal Notes: Nov/Dec 2023
2022
January/February 2022
In this issue:Volume 28 Issue 1
Winter Bird Feeding: Feeding Winter Finches
Chirps: A Notable Anniversary
Bird Bio: Masked Mauraders: Waxwings
Seasonal Notes
March/April 2022
In this issue:Volume 28 Issue 2
Feature Article: Pole System Basics
Chirps: Can’t things just go back to normal?
Backyard Birds: Changing Prevalence?
Seasonal Notes
May/June 2022
In this issue:Volume 29 Issue 3
Product Suggestions: Hummingbird & Oriole Favorites
Chirps: Skipping Spring,Straight to Summer?
Nectar-loving Birds: Sweet Treats
Seasonal Notes
July/August 2022
In this issue:Volume 29 Issue 4
Feature Article: Bird Feeder Hygiene Tips
Chirps: What is Jim Gilbert up to now?
Bird Bio: Minnesota’s Flycatchers
Seasonal Notes
September/October 2022
In this issue:Volume 29 Issue 5
Feature Article: Autumn Birds
Chirps: Golden Safflower is Back
Bird Anatomy: Bird Wings—Wonders of Engineering
Seasonal Notes
November/December 2022
In this issue:Volume 29 Issue 6
Feature Article: Holiday Gift Guide 2022
Chirps: Happy Holidays!
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Bird Bio: Brown Creeper
Seasonal Notes
2021
January/February 2021
In this issue:Volume 28 Issue 1
Winter Migration: Where are they NOW?
Chirps: New Year, New Recipe
Staff Picks: Squirrely Fun!
Bird Bio: Yellow-bellied Sapsuckers
Seasonal Notes
March/April 2021
In this issue:Volume 28 Issue 2
Feature Article: BIRDS’ BEAKS: Specialized Tools
Chirps: Spring—and our 30th Anniversary!
Staff Picks: Wren Houses
Backyard Birds: Minnesota’s Wrens
Seasonal Notes
May/June 2021
In this issue:Volume 28 Issue 3
Feature Article: Basics of Bird Anatomy
Chirps: Your Window to Nature for 30 Years!
Staff Tips: Oriole and Hummingbird Tips
Field Trip: Birding Beyond the Backyard
Seasonal Notes
July/August 2021
In this issue:Volume 28 Issue 4
Feature Article: Discovering Birds at Age 11
Chirps: A Tribute to Al and 30 Years in Business
Bird Bio: Minnesota’s Species of Swallows
Seasonal Notes
September/October 2021
In this issue:Volume 28 Issue 5
Feature Article: Wrapping up Migrations
Chirps: How has COVID-19 affected bird feeding?
Bird Bio: A Guide to Common Minnesota Sparrows
Seasonal Notes
November/December 2021
In this issue:Volume 28 Issue 6
2021 Holiday Gift Guide
Chirps: Steve Endres’ Retirement
Bird Bio: Pileated Woodpecker
Seasonal Notes
2020
January/February 2020
In this issue:Volume 27 Issue 1
Feature Article: Top 5 Resolutions for bird lovers
Chirps: New Year, New Hours
Staff Picks: Nutty for Peanuts and Peanut Picks
Backyard Birds: Tree Trunk Travelers
Seasonal Notes
March/April 2020
In this issue:Volume 27 Issue 2
Feature Article: Save the Snags!
Chirps: Feeding Birds isn’t Just Good for the Birds
Staff Picks: Birdhouse Tips and Picks
Backyard Birds: Thrushes & Thrashers: Similar Names, Different Families
Seasonal Notes
May/June 2020
In this issue:Volume 27 Issue 3
Favorite Products: New and Classic Picks
COVID-19 notice: Online Shopping Improvements
Chirps:
Bird Feeding: the Ultimate Stay-at-Home Activity
Staff Picks: Tried-and-true favorites for getting started or adding to your feeding stations
Mother’s Day/Father’s Day: Bird Parenting Roles
Seasonal Notes
July/August 2020
In this issue:Volume 27 Issue 4
Birds in Minnesota: Revised and Expanded
Chirps: We’re Going to be OK
Bird Bio: Late summer nester—American Goldfinch
Staff Picks: Goldfinch Product Picks
Seasonal Notes
September/October 2020
In this issue:Volume 27 Issue 5
SEASONAL TASKS: End-of-season backyard maintenance
CHIRPS: Gratitude
STAFF PICKS: Early Autumn must-haves
BIRD BIO: Tigers of the Sky: Great Horned Owls
Seasonal Notes
November/December 2020
In this issue:Volume 27 Issue 6
EDIBLE DECORATIONS: Trim the Tree
CHIRPS: The Holiday Shopping Season, 2020 Edition
STAFF PICKS: Holiday Gifts
Seasonal Notes
2019
January/February 2019
In this issue:Volume 26 Issue 1
Winter Birdwatching: The Sunny Side of Winter
Chirps: Jim Gilbert Retires
Staff Insights: “Old Dogs”, New Tricks
Bird Coloration: Why are some birds white?
Seasonal Notes
March/April 2019
In this issue: Volume 26 Issue 2
Nests: To Each, Their Own Nest
Chirps: Linda Gorr retires
Observations; A Changing Bird Scene
Product picks: Bird Houses
Seasonal Notes
May/Jun 2019
In this issue: Volume 26 Issue 3
Have your heard: Birding is Good for Your Health
Chirps: Happy (late) Spring!
Planting for Wildlife: Simple Ways to Create a Bird- and Pollinator-friendly Yard
Troubleshooting Pests: Discourage Bully Birds
Staff Picks: Best Oriole Foods and Feeders
Seasonal Notes
July/August 2019
In this issue: Volume 26 Issue 4
Small Space Solutions: Small Spaces, Bird Oasis
Chirps: Kids Flock to Birdfeeding
Staff picks: Best foods and feeders for small spaces
Bird Bio: Great Blue Heron and Great Egret
Staff Picks: Best Oriole Foods and Feeders
Seasonal Notes
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September/October 2019
In this issue: Volume 26 Issue 5
Supplemental Feeding: Versatile Treats/Mealworms
Chirps: My First Favorite Bird
Staff picks: Best Mealworm Products
Product Highlight: Upside-down Suet Feeers
Bird Anatomy: Bird Feet
Seasonal Notes
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November/December 2019
In this issue: Volume 26 Issue 6
Holiday Gift Guide: Bird Lovers’ Wish List
Chirps: Bird Population in Peril
Staff picks: Holiday Treats for Birds
Winter Survival: How Birds Adapt to Winter Weather
Seasonal Notes
2018
January/February 2018
In this issue:Volume 25 Issue 1
Expert Tips: News Year Resolutions
Chirps: Happy New Year
Technology: Birding Apps
Backyard Favorites: House Finch
The Big Game: With the Big Game Coming to Minnesota, We Couldn’t Help But Get Into the Spirit!
March/April 2018
In this issue: Volume 25 Issue 2
Seed Innovation: A New Gold Standard
Chirps: Product Innovation in Birdfeeding
Spring Migrant Checklist: They’re Coming!
Feeder Favorite: Red-winged Blackbird
Staff Picks: Create a Basic Pole System
May/Jun 2018
In this issue: Volume 25 Issue 3
Seasonal Picks: Our First-ever Buying Guide
Chirps: Spring and Summer Dreaming
July/August 2018
In this issue: Volume 25 Issue 4
Seasonal Happenings: Late Nester
Chirps: Local and Family Business Connections
Bird Identification: Which Wren?
Bird Bio: The Stately Loon
Featured Products: Welcome Wrens Into Your Yard
Mealworms
Vacation Feed and Fill Service
September/October 2018
In this issue: Volume 25 Issue 5
Feeder Treat: Who Eats Peanuts?
Chirps: The End of an Era
Test Yourself: Immature Bird Matching Game
Tree Huggers: A Squirrel Family Album
Behind the Seeds: Local Ties—Meet our Seed Suppliers
November/December 2018
In this issue: Volume 25 Issue 6
Deck the Boughs: Holiday Treats for Birds
Chirps: Cannabis (aka hemp), coming soon to a feeder near you?
Bird Identification: Trumpeter or Tundra?
Feeder Favorite: Red-bellied Woodpecker
Gifts for Bird Lovers: What’s on a bird lover’s gift list?
2017
January/February 2017
In this issue:Volume 24 Issue 1
Expert Tips: Smart Seed Storage
Chirps: The Darkling Thrush by Thomas Hardy
Seasonal Checklist: Mid-winter
Backyard Favorites: Pine Siskin
Winter Wisdom: 7 Winter Bird Myths
Featured Products: Finches’ Choice, Aspect’s large berry finch feeder
March/April 2017
In this issue: Volume 24 Issue 2
Backyard Helpers: Get Acquainted with Bats
Chirps: The Dynamics of Retail
Seasonal Checklist: Early Spring
Bird Anatomy: Feathers
Discover: Learn More About Feathers
Staff Picks: Bat Houses
May/Jun 2017
In this issue: Volume 24 Issue 3
Water Features: Summer Water Options
Chirps: Thanks for Giving Back!
Planting for Wildlife: Top 10 Picks
Backyard Favorites: Warblers
Featured Products: Just add Water
Staff Picks: Protect Against the Elements
July/August 2017
In this issue: Volume 24 Issue 4
Feeder Favorite: Mighty Pileated
Chirps: Summer Travels
Woodpecker Trivia
Troubleshooting: Pecking Problems
Featured Products: Welcome Woodpeckers
September/October 2017
In this issue: Volume 24 Issue 5
Fact or Fiction: Fall Migration Myths
Chirps: Thanks for Rounding Up for Birds
Backyard Habitat: It’s Prime Time to Plant Trees
Autumn Preparation: Transition Season
Staff Picks: Suet Solutions
November/December 2017
In this issue: Volume 24 Issue 6
10 Gifts for Bird Lovers: Holiday Gift Guide
Chirps: 2017 Best Birding Retailer Award!
Bird Behavior: Calls for Action
Feeder Favorite: Dark-eyed Junco
2016
January/February 2016
In this issue:Volume 23 Issue 1
Bird Intelligence: Brainy Birds
Chirps: Celebrating a Quarter-Century in Business
Seasonal Checklist: Mid-winter
Backyard Favorites: Northern Flicker
Featured Products: Snacks ‘n’ Treats Feeder, suet pellets
Free Native Plant Guide
March/April 2016
In this issue: Volume 23 Issue 2
Healthy Birds: The Big Spring Clean
Chirps: Annual Feeder Swap
Seasonal Checklist: Early Spring
Backyard Sightings: Seeking Scarlet Tanagers & Indigo Buntings
Spring Cleaning Picks
May/Jun 2016
In this issue: Volume 23 Issue 3
Celebrating 25 years!
Chirps: Reflecting on a Quarter Century
The Business of Birdfeeding over 25 years
Looking Back on 25 Years: the Path So Far
In Recognition of our Staff
Anniversary Picks
July/August 2016
In this issue: Volume 23 Issue 4
Backyard Habitat: Plants for Pollinators
Chirps: Thanks for Helping Us Celebrate
Seasonal Checklist: Late Summer
Feeder Favorite: Picture-Perfect Rose-breasted Grosbeaks
Bee Quiz
Great Ideas: Trays and Platforms
September/October 2016
In this issue: Volume 23 Issue 5
Raising Butterflies: Monarchs Update
Chirps: More Than Just a Tagline
Seasonal Checklist: Early Autumn
Bird Identification: Red-headed or Red-bellied Woodpecker?
Staff Picks: Suet Pellets, Recycled double suet feeder, peanut pickouts, Aspects Quick-clean peanut mesh feeder
November/December 2016
In this issue: Volume 23 Issue 6
Gift Guide by Species: Gifts for Birds (and people who love them)
Chirps: Wrapping up our 25th year
Seasonal Checklist: Late Autumn/Early Winter
2015
January/February 2015
In this issue:Volume 22 Issue 1
Chirps: Benefits of Birdfeeding
Seasonal Checklist and Observations: Mid-Winter
Guest columnist: A White Bear Lake customer shares how she discovered riches, right in her backyard
Bird Behavior: Bird-feeding Metrics
Great ideas: High-energy Food
Featured Products: Staff Favorite, Peterson’s New Birder’s Field Guide
March/April 2015
In this issue: Volume 22 Issue 2
Seasonal Tips: Time to Dish out the Jelly
Chirps: In Praise of Our Staff
Seasonal Checklist and Observations: Early Spring
Guest Columnist: Bird Banding Basics
Great Ideas: Nectar Solutions
Bird Bio: Gray Catbirds
May/June 2015
In this issue: Volume 22 Issue 3
Orange and Black Beauties: Monarch Butterflies
Chirps: Feeder Swap Success
Seasonal Checklist: Early Summer
Guest Columnist: Creating an Ideal Backyard Wildlife Habitat
Product picks: Water Wiggler, Staff Picks
July/August 2015
In this issue: Volume 22 Issue 4
Backyard Bird Bio: American Robins
Chirps: Enjoy Summer’s Abundant Birds
Featured Products: Cabin Essentials
Guest Columnist: Rapt with Wonder/My Path to the Raptor Center
Seasonal Checklist and Observations
September/October 2015
In this issue: Volume 22 Issue 5
Expert Tips: Easy Bird I.D.
Chirps: Excited to Showcase All Seasons Staff
Seasonal Checklist: Early Autumn
Photographing Birds: Behind the Lens
Staff Picks: Red Lantern Feeder, Suet Plugs and Log Feeders
Time Capsule: A Sample of Jim Gilbert’s Observations from 5 Years Ago
November/December 2015
In this issue: Volume 22 Issue 6
Special Event: Robert Janssen Book Signing
Chirps: Placing Family First
Seasonal Checklist: Late Autumn/Early Winter
Feeder Favorite: Blue Jays—Rhapsodies in Blue
Backyard Décor: 5 Holiday Outdoor Décor Ideas Birds Love!
Featured Products: Gifts for Nature Lovers
2014
January/February 2014
In this issue:Volume 21 Issue 1
Ask the Experts: Why is it Slow at My Feeders?
Worry-free Guarantee
Chirps: New Research on Benefits of Birdfeeding
Seasonal Checklist: Mid-winter
Know Your Backyard Birds: Who’s Who? Minnesota’s Common Owls
Amazing Owl Facts
Featured Products: Intriguing Owls, Recycled Suet and Seed Block Feeder, Bird’s Choice Peanut Pickout Feeder
Nuthatch Trivia
March/April 2014
In this issue: Volume 21 Issue 2
Great Backyard Bird Count: Top 25 Backyard Birds
Chirps: Shifting Cycles, Birds and Business
Migrating Birds: Welcome back! Prepare Your Yard for Spring Migrants
Bird Identification: Male-Female Look-Alikes
Seasonal Checklist: Early Spring
Featured Products: New! Mealworm Feeder, New! Fresh Nectar Defender
May/June 2014
In this issue: Volume 21 Issue 3
Birdhouse Basics: Nest with Success
Chirps: Round Up for Birds
Feeding Station Fundamentals: Install a Feeding Station in Your Backyard
Seasonal Checklist: Early Summer
Featured Products: Window Nest Box, Dried Mealworms, Cedar Birdhouses, Bye-Bye Starling
July/August 2014
In this issue: Volume 21 Issue 4
Seasonal Feeding Tips: Easy Breezy Summer Suet
Chirps: You ♥ Birds. We ♥ You.
Seasonal Checklist: Late Summer
Finch Food Q & A
Feeder Favorite: American Acrobat: The Goldfinch
Featured Product: Best Nest Builder™, Favorite Finch Foods, Summer Suet
September/October 2014
In this issue: Volume 21 Issue 5
Seasonal Tips: Prep for Fall Visitors
Chirps: Your Local Backyard Birding Experts.
Seasonal Checklist: Early Autumn
Feeder Favorite: Topsy-Turvy Nuthatches
Featured Products: Best Long Brush, Quick-Clean Mesh Peanut Feeder, Feeder Fresh™
Backyard Birding Quiz
November/December 2014
In this issue: Volume 21 Issue 6
Bird Biology: Downy Warmth for Winter
Chirps: Hope to see you this Holiday Season!
Seasonal Checklist: Late Autumn/Early Winter
Feature Article: Winter Surprises
Featured Products: Gift Card, Holiday Decorative, Seed Ornaments
Winter Bird Myths
2013
January/February 2013
In this issue:Volume 20 Issue 1
Feeder Basics: Easy Winter Feeding
Chirps: Embrace Winter’s Beauty
Seasonal Checklist: Late winter
Seasonal Adaptations: A Year in the Yard with Carol Chenault
Featured Products: Mandarin feeder, Birdola wire feeder, 3-in-1 Heated birdbath, Mr. Bird Wild Bird Feast
Owls facts and figures
March/April 2013
In this issue: Volume 20 | Issue 2
Seasonal Checklist: Early Spring
Chirps: Fresh Starts
Minnesota Birds of Prey: Raptors! A Guide to Identifying Minnesota’s Birds of Prey
Attracting Bluebirds: Bluebird Basics
Featured Products: Bluebird nest boxes, Mealworms
Featured Products: New! Mealworm Feeder, New! Fresh Nectar Defender
May/June 2013
In this issue: Volume 20 Issue 3
Feeder Basics: Ensuring Sweet Returns
Chirps: Thank you for your donations!
Backyard Habitat: Birdscaping Basics to Attract Birds Year Round
Seasonal Checklist: Early Summer
Featured Products: Nectar options, Hummingbird swings, vintage feeder
July/August 2013
In this issue: Volume 20 Issue 4
Troubleshooting: Stop Raccoon Raids!
Chirps: Helping Minnesota Birds Together
Seasonal Checklist: Late Summer
Feeder Favorite: Rose-breasted Grosbeaks
Featured Product: Aspects Quick Clean® Feeder
Great Ideas: Baffles, Feeder Trays
September/October 2013
In this issue: Volume 20 Issue 5
Notes from our staff: Our Customer Community
Chirps: Our Bloomington Remodel!
Seasonal Checklist: Early Autumn
Why do Birds do That? The Mystery of Molting
Featured Products: Window Alert decals
Great ideas: Suet pest prevention, custom touches to pole stations
November/December 2013
In this issue: Volume 20 Issue 6
Finding Time: Stress-Free Winter Feeding
Chirps: A Matter of Timing
Holiday Gifts: The Perfect Gifts for Bird Lovers
Seasonal Checklist: Late Autumn/Early Winter
Attracting Birds: Heated Birdbaths
Featured Products: Seed cakes and cylinders, large-capacity feeders
Winter Bird Myths
2012
January/February 2012
In this issue:Volume 19 Issue 1
Feature Article: Early Signs of Spring
Chirps: Happy New Year!
Know Your Backyard Birds: Who’s Who At Your Feeders This Winter
Seasonal Checklist: Mid-Winter
Customer Contributed Article: How to Attract Brown Creepers
Trish’s Favorites: Field Guide to Birds, Berry Nutty
How do Birds Stay Warm?
March/April 2012
In this issue: Volume 19 | Issue 2
Feature Article: Dreaming of Summer Gardens
Chirps: Welcome Spring!
Seasonal Checklist: Early Spring
Feeder Favorite: Indigo Buntings
Great Ideas: Pole Systems for Nest Boxes, Finches’ Choice
Carol’s Favorite Birdhouses
May/June 2012
In this issue: Volume 19 Issue 3
A Guide to Baby Birds: In Peril or In Training?
Glossary of Birds’ Life Stages
Chirps: Fly With Us on Facebook!
Seasonal Checklist: Early Summer
A Closer Look: The Secret Nesting Sites of Favorite Backyard Birds
New in Store: Pacific Bird™ Products, Bird’s Choice Oriole Feeder
Book Review: Peterson Field Guide: Eastern Birds’ Nests
Oriole Q & A
July/August 2012
In this issue: Volume 19 Issue 4
Moving Water Products: Make a Splash!
Chirps: Giving Back Locally
Seasonal Checklist: Late Summer
Cabin Birding: Backyard Birding Up North
Birdbath Accessories: Birdbath Dripper, Bird Mister
Cool Treat: Summer Suet
Featured Product: Ring-pull Feeders
Customer Photo
September/October 2012
In this issue: Volume 19 Issue 5
Feature Article: Birds Prepare to Stay or Go
Chirps: Prepare for a bountiful season!
Seasonal Checklist: Early Autumn
Backyard Habitat: Transition Your Yard For Wintering Birds
Featured Product: Brome Squirrel Buster® Plus
Great ideas: Extended Reach Deck Pole, New Stainless Steel Bird Feeders
November/December 2012
In this issue: Volume 19 Issue 6
Feature Article: Colder Days, Heartier Foods
Chirps: Thank You for Your Contributions!
Seasonal Checklist: Early Winter
Feeder Favorite: Discover Winter’s Dapper Woodpeckers
Great Ideas: Suet Pellets, Mealworms, Cabin Mix
Websites for Bird Lovers
2011
March/April 2011
In this issue: Volume 18 | Issue 1
Feature Article: Backyard Habitat Tips
Chirps: Newly Hatched. The new design of Bird’s-Eye View.
Seasonal Checklist: March/April. Spring Cleaning.
Feeder Favorite: Black-capped Chickadees
Chickadee Habitat: Chickadee Nest Boxes
Bob’s Favorite Seed: Songbird Delight
Chickadee Feeder: New! Ring-pull feeders.
Featured Product: Best Nest Builder
May/June 2011
In this issue: Volume 18 Issue 2
Feature Article: Summer Birding Guide
Chirps: Summer Vacation? No problem!
Seasonal Checklist: Early Summer
Feeder Favorite: Baltimore Oriole
Oriole Treat: Mealworms keep orioles coming back
Bob’s Favorite Feeder: Birds Choice Recycled Oriole Feeder
Hummingbird Feeder: Aspects Mini Hummzinger
New Product: Birdola Seed Stackers
Hummingbird Trivia
Oriole Q & A
July/August 2011
In this issue: Volume 18 Issue 3
Feature Article: Summer’s (Least) Wanted…
Chirps: 20th Anniversary
Seasonal Checklist: Mid-Summer
Know Your Backyard Birds: What’s a Blackbird?
Carol’s Favorite Feeder: Squirrel Buster® Plus
Great Ideas: Ant Moat, Suet Plugs
September/October 2011
In this issue: Volume 18 Issue 4
Feature Article: Early Autumn’s Attractions
Chirps: Join Us. Our Frequent Feeder Member program pays for itself!
Seasonal Checklist: Early Autumn
Feeder Favorite: Cedar Waxwings. Autumn’s Itinerant Birds.
Featured Service: Advice and Installation Service
Great ideas: Instant Feeder, Heated Birdbath, Easy Feeder Cleaning
November/December 2011
In this issue: Volume 18 Issue 5
Feature Article: Creating a Winter Oasis
Chirps: Share Your Stories: How is feeding birds rewarding to you and those around you?
Seasonal Checklist: Early Winter
Feeder Favorite: Northern Cardinal. Dressed Up for the Season
Habitat Help: Winter Roosting Box
Winter Birdbath Ideas: Birdbath Safety Insert, Heated Birdbath, Cord Connector