Winter: harsh, but beautiful

Winter in central and northern Ontario is nothing short of amazing.  Yes, it's often cold, the driving can often be tricky and, sometimes, downright hazardous, but there's no disputing the beauty that befalls the subdued landscape when snow descends upon it from above.  As much as I miss those warm spring and early summer days, …

Providing winter habitats in the garden

Most of the birds and some of the insects we find in the Washington, D.C. area migrate to warmer climates during the winter. However, many species stay in the DC Metro region throughout the year and must rely on a favorable habitat for food and shelter. Unfortunately, many natural areas are shrinking due to human …

To Feed Or Not To Feed Backyard Wildlife — My Wild Australia

https://www.youtube.com/embed/zAu4-_ZJCdw?version=3&rel=1&fs=1&autohide=2&showsearch=0&showinfo=1&iv_load_policy=1&wmode=transparent Feeding backyard wildlife is a worldwide phenomenon – people feed squirrels in backyards in Canada, hedgehogs in England, raccoons in the USA, and possums in Australia. Whether or not people should feed wildlife in their backyards is a controversial topic and a very complex one. Here are my thoughts on both the for and …