Wow, it’s been a nasty winter; huge snowfalls from the mountains of California to Lake Shore Drive in Chicago to 5th Avenue in New York City, with record low temperatures in places in between. The weather forecasters are filling up my head with Alberta Clippers, Nor’easters, Chattanooga Choo-Choo’s, and I’m not sure if it’s El Niña or El Niño, but one of them is playing havoc on my daily commute.
Most people who feed wild birds have seen suet cakes and suet feeders for sale, but often don’t know when or how to use them as wild bird food or bird feeders. Suet can help you welcome a whole new set of delightful birds to your backyard feeders.
If you are a wild bird lover like me, you want to see your feathered friends all year-round. I enjoy sipping on a cup of cocoa on chilly winter days and gazing out the window at blue jays playing in the snow. While most wildlife can adjust to the changes in weather and climate on their own, taking a few easy steps can ensure birds are visiting your yard through all four seasons.
If you live in an area that goes through all four seasons, there are things you can do specific to each season to help your backyard wildlife have an easier time getting through the season. They can do it on their own, without you making adjustments to their bird seed, shelter, and water but if your goal is to keep them coming to your yard and give you something to enjoy looking at then consider the suggestions below.
Jim Curran