Okay great! Wheres the cheapest place to buy these in bulk? Costco also had a filler seed with their sunflower. I have to steralize ir in the oven now so it doesnt sprout anymore.

I've used a product called flash tape to discourage a cardinal from attacking my window. What I used was about an inch wide, red on one side and silver on the other. I thumbtacked it in a big X across the window, twisting gently so it's in a spiral. I've used this to protect seedlings from birds as well. I got it at the hardware. Cheap, easy -- it will look goofy on your window but shouldn't take many days to discourage him. Arlene

I've searched for threads about this, but, have not seen a lot of information so, can anybody give me a good recommendation for birding binoculars? My budget can go as high as $150.00. I had earlier seen a post from somebody saying that he found a real good pair of binoculars that ALSO have a built-in camera....that would be even better. Thanks in advance. Kevin

Man, I have been MIA for a while. You guys posted some great pics!! Andrea, I love seeing the chipmunk and bright yellow finches. I finally saw some yellow finches the other day, but they haven't been staying around for long. My thistle feeder barely gets touched and I bought fresh seed too. Ok, it's time for me to make some wreaths or suet - Yours have inspired me!!!! Hopefully soon! The birds are eating like crazy right now so I know they would be a huge hit! Andrea, I almost bought that same looking hummingbird feeder the other day. I just wasn't sure if I was ready for "hummingbirds" though lol - I feel like I have so much going on feeding the other birds.. I just don't know if I should take on more... PLUS>>>> yesterday was my birthday and my dad surprised me with a HUGE bird house that is anchored to a tree!!! Now, I love feeding the birds, but I don't know if I want to house them too!!! LOL.. But I have to put this bird house in the backyard.. This will be a new journey. I'll try to post pics. My hubby has to dig a hole and pour concrete because the birdhouse is so big!!! YIKES!! My dad was driving one day and saw this thing on the side of the road - some guy makes them locally. Royals fan-MO6a - I love the Oriole pics!! Thanks for sharing! catherinet - hahaha yes I like the idea of giving out bird seed mixes around Christmas.. it's cold out and the birds will certainly enjoy it!! Oh, and we'll save some calories ourselves hahaha --------------------------------------------------------- okay here's a sneak peak of the bird house.. I'm telling you this sucker is huge. Hubby carrying it in- Below is a different bird house that the same guy made. This isn't the one I have. It's just an example of his work. My bird house has a lot brighter colors.. I may tweak that some day hahahaha...