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Welcome to BirdTracks® Online!
An e-mail newsletter from Wild Birds Unlimited for April 2003.

In This Issue:
1. Welcome to spring!
2. Mother’s Day is May 11 / Optics Rebate.
3. Keep an eye on your hummingbird feeder!
4. International Migratory Bird Day is May 10.

Welcome to spring!
Spring is in full swing over much of North America as many birds migrate great distances to reach their breeding grounds. Days are getting warmer and we are lured outside to spend time in the yard working on the lawn and garden. While you're in the yard, you may notice it's time to change and spruce up your birdfeeding setups. Count on Wild Birds Unlimited for expert advice, regionally appropriate seed blends, bird feeders, nesting boxes, birdbaths and all your backyard birdfeeding hobby supplies and nature gifts.

Mother’s Day is May 11 / Optics Rebate
When you visit the Wild Birds Unlimited store nearest you, be sure to check out the wide variety the nature gifts moms are sure to enjoy. Most everything in our store is a potential gift for mom!

Don’t miss the $100 optics rebate through May 31: Eagle Optics is offering a $100 rebate on all Raven Spotting Scopes and Ranger Platinum Class binoculars! These make a great gift for mom or dad! Test these optics and more at participating Wild Birds Unlimited stores.

Keep an eye on your hummingbird feeder!
Depending on your area, you may already be seeing hummingbirds at your feeders refueling as they return from their long migratory journey. Hummingbirds are not your ordinary bird. They differ from other birds in a variety of ways. They have weak feet and legs, so they rarely perch for long periods of time. They are most comfortable in the air, and they are capable of hovering while they feed. If you watch closely, you can see them lap up nectar with their long slender  tongues. Hummingbirds use so much energy flying that they need to eat nearly half their weight in nectar and other food each day. In addition to nectar, they will eat fruit flies, ants, insect eggs, gnats, and almost any other small insect they can find. Ask our Certified Birdfeeding Specialists what plants and feeders can attract hummingbirds!

Recipe for successful nectar feeding: 

  • Mix four parts water and one part ordinary table sugar to create a nectar solution. 
  • Change the nectar – and wash the hummingbird feeder – every three to four days (more often in hot weather). 
  • If you plan to store nectar in the refrigerator, boil the water first.
International Migratory Bird Day is May 10
The Saturday before Mother’s Day is International Migratory Bird Day. This event celebrates the incredible journeys made by migratory birds between their breeding grounds in North America and their winter homes in Mexico, South and Central America. The event encourages bird conservation and increases awareness of birds through hikes, bird watching, information about birds and migration, public events, and a variety of other education programs. For more information visit http://www.birdday.org/.
 

Wild Birds Unlimited® has more than 290 locations across North America. For more than 20 years, the company has specialized in bringing people and nature together by providing expert information and offering an exclusive line of products designed specifically for the backyard birdfeeding hobby. The company is committed to educating the public about the importance of preserving natural wildlife habitats. For a Wild Birds Unlimited store near you, call (800) 326-4928 or access http://wbu.know-where.com/wbu/.

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