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Birding conservation can take many forms from global efforts such as the Birding Conservation Initiative (BCI), through work at state management levels to your local park in your area. You can even do your part in your own back yard
Design your own bird garden and feeding station. By planning for a variety of flowers, shrubs and cover trees you can make your yard no matter how big or small more attractive to birds and many other forms of wildlife.
Some suggested plant species might be: Trees for cover and seed/berries such as Sugar Maple, American Holly, Eastern Red Cedar or Flowering Dogwood. Remember to allow for adult growth for these species and give them plenty of room. Shrubs or vines that can really bring in the birds would be Service Berry, several species of Viburnam, Hawthorns, Butterfly Bush, Grape Vines or Trumpetcreeper. There are a wide variety of flowers to choose to design your own look for your yard. We recommend native species to prevent future problems in Ohio. Native Species include: Asters, Daisies, Black-eyed Susans, Phlox, Butterfly Weed, Jewel Weed and many more.
Bird feeding is one of the most rewarding pastimes for both you and your avian visitors. Remember to try spreading your feeders around the yard. Birds like to approach from different directions so they feel safe. What might be the best vantage for you to view the birds may not always be their favorite. Keep neighborhood cats and dogs away from the feeders. Don’t forget that different birds come at different times of the year so be prepared to change feeds with the seasons. Hummingbirds just won’t be here in January no matter how frost-free your feeder is. Below is a bird seed preference chart to help you get a better idea on which birds prefer which types of food.
With just a little bit of planning ahead, a little digging and some time you can have a spectacular small bird sanctuary in your ward.
By mixing and trying different feeds you can attract more of the bird species you want. However, variety is the spice of life. A species favorite food are marked with a X
Watch for monthly birds of prey programs at Hocking Hills State Park! Click here for programs!
2006
Spring Migration Birdwalk-2006 Hand-Feeding
Hummingbirds-2006 Saturday May 27- Hocking Hills State Park8:00 AM *FEATHERED & PHOTOGRAPHED at Lake Logan State Park – Come and enjoy a relaxing walk along Evans Rd. Bring along a camera and/or a pair of binoculars for a chance to view some of our avian friends or pick up a few photography tips for capturing some of the local wildlife and scenery. Meet at the Evans Rd picnic area.
2:00 PM OHIO’S BIRDS OF PREY- Join the naturalist at the Naturalist Cabin for a closer look at Ohio’s hawks, owls, eagles and vultures.
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