In more temperate climates, you might find bluebirds wintering in your area. Try attracting them to your yard with these tips ...

A simple way to provide water for birds in winter is to put out fresh water daily. Unless it’s extremely cold, the water ...

When it’s as cold as it’s been around here lately there isn't as much to do outside as in other times of the year. So this ...

Birdwatching enthusiasts often relish the sight of vibrant cardinals, chirping chickadees, or elegant finches gatherin ...

Heated propagators allow you to sow seeds much earlier than normal, which means you can start growing fruits and vegetables ...

And while standard bird feeders tap into people’s altruistic sides by allowing users to take care ... “There’s something ...

‘Scattering bird food such as sunflower hearts on larger flat areas like decking, patios, driveways, or short-cut lawns is a ...

It’s easy to run up your energy bill in the winter. Enter: heated blankets, which provide added comfort and warmth without you having to crank up the heater to its max. Our home team sifted ...

Not so long ago, many people wouldn’t consider even the best heated jackets due to weak heating elements and bulky components that made them impractical. But over the years, advancements in ...

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I maintain a heated birdbath in winter, and have read that birds shouldn’t take baths in it on really cold days. My feeling is that birds have enough sense not to immerse themselves in water when they ...

This crow cracked the ice in the birdbath and was playing with a piece that he had managed to break free. (Michael McKenney/Getty Images) ...