Special Outdoor Projects

Mockingbirds seem to be either loved or hated: loved for their beautiful music or hated because they are extremely territorial. Their aggressive nature means mockingbirds can ruin any plans you...

Some birds cause considerable damage to properties, persons and themselves in a man-made environment. Starlings, crows and feral pigeons attack crops, raid garbage cans and defecate on people and...

HOW TO CREATE A QUICK GROUND COVER FOR FEEDING BIRDS. DO YOU LOVE BIRDS, AND ENJOY HAVING THEM NEARBY, SO THAT THEY CAN FEED PEACEFULLY?

If you've noticed that all the birds that were once flocking around your birdfeeder have suddenly disappeared, it's probably not because they've been disappointed with what you've been feeding...

Roosting birds can become a problem, especially, when the roosting population increases and damage begins to occur to your home or property. There are ways to get rid of roosting birds without...

Bird shelter yard art is a great choice for accenting any outdoor living space. Bird houses can be made as ornate or as simple as you want, and can be placed in a wide variety of locations. Also,...

Old bread is the perfect way to attract birds. Making your own bird food using old bread is fun because you can be creative with the ingredients you use. Old bread combined with a protein base...

Birds like to rinse off in any shallow, open and clear source of water. Design a bird bath that is in an open location to give birds a sense of security and safety from predators. A shallow dish...

Feeding birds is a fun and rewarding activity for many people, but it comes with responsibility. If you choose to supply bird seed, you must store it and keep it fresh to avoid hurting the birds...

Birds usually build their nests in the trunks of dead trees, in the nooks of tree branches or in hidden spots like the eaves of a house. They do this for security and from years of habit. So it...

Many Americans have installed one or more bird feeders in their yard. They enjoy watching the various species visit. And during the lean months of winter, the birds living near you may identify...

Rising with the sun, enjoying the brisk morning air and hearing the morning song of the local avian population is all well and good until these birds begin to become pests, over-populating your...

Well, it is apparent that winter time is here. It's getting colder outside and the leaves are beginning to become brilliant works of art. While most of us welcome the cold weather, our Feathered...

A bird bath heater can be necessary in colder climates during the winter months to keep the bird bath water from freezing over. Although birds have a natural decrease in their need for water...

Birds usually build their nests in the trunks of dead trees, in the nooks of tree branches, or in hidden spots like the eaves of a house. They do this for security, and from years of habit. So it...

It is visually rewarding to watch birds, as they splash with their other winged friends around in birdbaths in your yard. The gratification makes it a worthwhile project to invest the time to...

Birdhouses are a great way to attract birds to your yard and add a touch of whimsy. If you want to build your own, there are several things to consider.

A great way to focus on nature and spend time with the family is building a homemade bird feeder. Tube feeders are for small birds that often get pushed away from other types of feeders by bigger...

A handcrafted bird house is a lovely addition to your backyard. Building one can be a simple project suitable for sharing with children, or as elaborate as you choose to make it. You can build a...

Hawks can be a major problem where chickens are involved. Anything that upsets your hens will cause them to go down in egg production and nothing will upset a flock more than having a hawk flying...

Bird watching and bird feeding are popular pastimes in the U.S. Birds are attracted to a yard if there is plenty of food, water, and shelter. Safe nesting places are a must for long-term bird...

Pigeons are everywhere. They live in parking lots, in cities and in and around people's homes. There are various ways that the birds cause problems for the human inhabitants, so people are...

Many bird species like to live close to the ground, including eastern towhees, dark-eyed juncos, northern cardinals, wrens and white-throated sparrows. To attract them, you can build a brush...

Designing a poultry house can present unique challenges over the simple chicken coop because "poultry" is a designation for several types of birds that have different space requirements. Ducks,...

Your backyard can be a sanctuary but bringing birds and their young to the area can enhance your enjoyment.

Bluebirds are very special birds to many of us. Not seen as often as the robin, cardinal, and blue jay, the bluebird seems to be elusive until you decide to attract him to your garden. Give him...

Backyards traditionally provide a private area to rest and relax after a long day's work or to entertain guests on cool summer evenings. Backyard gardens bring nature to life, creating a peaceful...

Birds are fascinating to watch and feeding them will attract even more birds to admire. You can use these easy to find items to make an Eco-friendly Pinecone Birdfeeder. This Birdfeeder will be a...

So you love Humming birds and have a great feeder but the birds don't seem to be visiting. It could be your nectar. Humming birds can be pretty picky when it comes to their favorite sauce. Here is...

Watching birds splash, cavort and groom in a backyard bird bath can be amusing, and providing your neighborhood birds with a clean, safe place to bathe and find drinking water is a great way to...

Bird baths offer an easy way to introduce calm and peace into your backyard. You can either build one yourself or buy one inexpensively at a local hardware or home repair store. Just follow some...

While a concrete bird bath is easy to make, you cannot deny its usefulness in making an otherwise boring backyard peaceful and serene. The number of birds you'll attract do wonders to improve the...

Providing a birdhouse or nesting box for the wild birds that visit your yard can be a fun and educational way to learn about and interact with nature. Building your own birdhouse is a...

Birdhouses grace many yards. Some birdhouses are well-used, while others sit empty for years. Trying to decide how to build a birdhouse doesn't have to be difficult, and there are many ways to...

Now that it's summertime more and more birds are starting to nest. Nothing ruins a good birdhouse than it being too plain and ordinary. So, why not help your birds out this summer and build them a...

When birds make your yard their home, it is very exciting. It is fun to watch birds making their way around your yard. Birds need three basic things to make your yard their permanent home. These...

Watching birds frolicking in the yard is an enjoyable pastime. Birds are always busy either building nests, eating or bathing. Making bird feeders right off of the patio or deck railings can bring...

We are always fascinated by birds. They can be colorful, amusing, awe-inspiring and pure delight. From listening to their song in Spring, to watching them take a bath or feed a fledgling, we want...

What a wonderful feeling to wake up in the morning to the birds singing. It brings the world alive and joy into your heart. You can bring more birds into your yard with a birdfeeder. They come...

There are many ways to attract colorful birds to your garden. One of the best ways make sure your garden is visited is to entice your favorite birds with a bird feeder. You can find many...

From city to town to rural, this ehow article tells how to help the environment at home by going beyond the usual recycling and reusing to show how to directly help the outdoor eco-system from...

Birdhouses are ideal for providing birds a place to rest and eat. As the warmer weather fades to cooler days, birdhouses provide safety and shelter. The actual birdhouse can be made from any type...

Building a birdhouse kit is easy and fun. If you already offer the hospitality of feeders and a birdbath, a birdhouse truly makes your yard flyer-friendly. There is a wide variety of kits designed...

Birdhouses are commonly called nest boxes. They are manmade boxes supplied for birds to create a nest in. You can find a large number of birdhouses constructed distinctively for various species of...

Birds are instinctive. This determines what they will use for a nest and what features are necessary. Goldfinch, robins, and mockingbirds prefer to nest on shrubs or on the branches of trees....

Puzzled by how to feed birds in the winter?

Experts say that water is even more important to birds than food in the winter. They get some water from snow, but can't get water from ice. Even if they do eat snow, it takes so much of the...

Bird watching has become one of the most loved hobbies in America today. The National Audubon Society focuses on birds and their habitats. Millions of people are involved in preserving and...

The following instructions will tell you how to make a birdhouse with items most of us have lying around the house. Birds will have a place to roost in your yard and your kids will enjoy helping...

Helping to care for the wildlife in our communities rewards us by being able to observe animals up close, and we are given the chance to teach our children to be kind to all animals. If you live...