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October Meeting
Read more: October MeetingThe wolverine (Gulo Gulo, as he is known scientifically) is an intrepid and solitary carnivore,historically ranging throughout North America’s most rugged and remote regions. However, humanpersecution decimated their populations, and it seemed that wolverines might disappear from much oftheir wild homeland. Today, they are recovering in the contiguous U.S. and sightings of the elusiveGulo are…
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Spring into Action: Preparing Your Garden for a Flourishing Season
Read more: Spring into Action: Preparing Your Garden for a Flourishing SeasonAs winter bids farewell and the warmth of spring beckons, it’s time to revive your garden and set the stage for a vibrant growing season. Follow these simple steps to ensure your garden thrives in the upcoming months. Clear the Debris: Begin by clearing away any debris that may have accumulated over the winter months.…
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Native Plants Database
Read more: Native Plants DatabasePlanting native plants in your garden can have numerous benefits for birds and other wildlife, creating a thriving ecosystem that supports biodiversity. Native plants have evolved alongside local wildlife over centuries, forming ecological relationships that are crucial for the survival of many species. One significant advantage is that native plants provide a natural and sustainable…
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Olympic BirdFest 2024
Read more: Olympic BirdFest 2024Come Bird with Us Sequim, Washington, April 11-14, 2024 Grab your binoculars and join the Olympic Peninsula BirdFest, at the newly expanded Dungeness River Nature Center (formerly the Dungeness River Audubon Center), Thurs.-Sun., April 11-14, 2024. Online registration opens January 1, 2024, at www.olympicbirdfest.org Discover the spectacular landscapes of the Olympic Peninsula. Enjoy guided birding…
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Feed Backyard Birds in Winter
Read more: Feed Backyard Birds in WinterHere are some great tips from Home & Gardens for keeping your neighborhood birds happy and healthy during the winter months: HIGH FAT options such as nuts, lard and suet are good choices for winter as birds will benefit from the additional energy they provide.BLACK SUNFLOWER SEEDS are a one of the most popular seeds…
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City Lights and Bird Migration
Read more: City Lights and Bird MigrationLight pollution used to be something that interfered with star gazing and I always loved to be able to get away from the city and look up at the night sky. Sadly, light pollution is growing in North America by up to 10% per year and has far greater ramifications than most of us knew.…
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Killer Cats
Read more: Killer CatsYou may not realize that your domestic cat is part of a worldwide epidemic that is responsible for the death of a staggering number of beneficial animals each year. We think of cats as going after mice and rats. We encourage feral cats into our farmlands and orchards to help rid us of those particular…