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		<title>Bird Watching Caribbean Cruise</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 30 Jul 2011 21:23:26 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The following paragraphs summarize the work of Bird Watching experts who are completely familiar with all the aspects of Bird Watching. Heed their advice to avoid any Bird Watching surprises. Who said you can&#8217;t enjoy two pleasures at the same time? If you have to go on a Caribbean cruise, another thing you can do [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The following paragraphs summarize the work of Bird Watching experts who are completely familiar with all the aspects of Bird Watching. Heed their advice to avoid any Bird Watching surprises.</p>
<p>Who said you can&#8217;t enjoy two pleasures at the same time? If you have to go on a Caribbean cruise, another thing you can do is bird watching given that there are a lot of bird species living out there in the tropics. Here are some of them.</p>
<p>First is the Trinidad Asa Wright Nature Center that is ten miles north of the town of Arima on Blanchisseuse Road. This place is situated in 200 acres of rain forest so you ca walk around here and catch different bird species hiding amongst the trees. If you have the time, try to spend at least 2 to 3 days here so you can take your time doing your hobby. </p>
<p>Next is the Bubali Pond in Aruba that is on the north side of eagle beach and south of De Olde Molen that happens to be a known windmill restaurant. This isn&#8217;t a wildlife preserve but rather a pond that is kept wet all year round. You can expect to see brown pelicans here in large groups as well as the Black crowned Night Herons. It is best to see these near dusk and dawn. </p>
<p>In Aruba&#8217;s Spanish Lagoon, you can get to see brown pelicans, egrets, herons and frigates. Don&#8217;t be surprised to see large green and yellow parakeets that are twice the size of those you see in the pet store that are often seen at sunset. </p>
<p>If you don&#8217;t have accurate details regarding Bird Watching, then you might make a bad choice on the subject. Don&#8217;t let that happen: keep reading.</p>
<p>The Barbuda Frigate Bird Sanctuary is considered to be a secluded because the only way to get here is by boat. With the help of a guide, you can get to this place and see thousands of Fregata Magnificens or ?man of war? birds that live here. The best time to visit is during the fall which happens to be the breeding season. Aside from them, you may also get to see 170 species of birds living together with them. </p>
<p>Your ship may make a port call to the island of Jamaica. If it does, you can visit the Rockland&#8217;s Bird Sanctuary. Here, you will get to see 289 bird species of which 28 are endemic and 6 have just been introduced. There are also 10 bird species on the endangered list which includes the Black billed and Yellow billed parrots. </p>
<p>Visitors can pay the entrance fee and wonder on their own or pay extra for a guided tour. You will get to see hummingbirds, Red billed Streamertails, Jamaican Mango, Black and Yellow faced Grassquits as well as their relative the Orangequits. These can be hand fed so you don&#8217;t have to play hide and seek just to seem them hiding in the trees. </p>
<p>The places just mentioned are just a few you can visit while you are on a Caribbean cruise. Since your trip will last a week or even longer, plan already where you want to go so more time can be spent with the birds rather than thinking about where you can see the birds. </p>
<p>The Caribbean cruise packages being offered do not come with bird watching tours but you can sign up for one once you the ship docks to port. Make sure you have all your equipment with you which include a hat, small backpack, vest, sun tan lotion, binoculars and a camera so you won&#8217;t miss out on anything during your visit. </p>
<p>About the Author<br />
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		<title>Bird Watching &#8211; A Hobby with A Cause</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 30 Jul 2011 08:18:55 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>anderseriksson</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Bird watching as a hobby has long been contested by the birders, saying that the two are not in any way the same. While birdwatchers do such as part of an activity during recreation, birders are into it with intense dedication. The Birders May it be in the UK or in the United States, birders [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Bird watching as a hobby has long been contested by the birders, saying that the two are not in any way the same. While birdwatchers do such as part of an activity during recreation, birders are into it with intense dedication. </p>
<p>The Birders<br />
May it be in the UK or in the United States, birders say that what they are doing is far from just a pastime or a relaxation thing. For them, they do such to study not only the species of birds but also their patterns. They don&#8217;t base their analogies on mere observation and they invest on the latest optical equipments to strengthen their claims. </p>
<p>Instead of going where the birdwatchers usually go, the birders are always on the lookout for new and unexplored sites, hoping to find more information. They would even allot a budget for travel, however far it will take them, just to expand their knowledge and to discern a lot more about the subject that they are most interested about, birds.</p>
<p>The Birdwatchers<br />
These people go about bird watching by only observing with their eyes. They may also opt for binoculars but aren&#8217;t really focusing on the technology. They wouldn&#8217;t care if their apparels are not the latest in the market, they can even go about without those gadgets. What&#8217;s important is that they get a sense of fulfillment from what they are doing, they get to relax, see the birds and enjoy the sights.</p>
<p>The birdwatchers couldn&#8217;t care less where they do their stuff. They would even do it on their own backyards or just go to nature reserves nearest to them. If they happen to be on vacation, they can do it wherever they are, whenever they please to do it. These people has the love for the birds but don&#8217;t really want to take that feeling further by going the scientific route, because by doing so, they might miss out the fun that they intend to have.</p>
<p>See how much you can learn about Bird Watching when you take a little time to read a well-researched article?  Don&#8217;t miss out on the rest of this great information.</p>
<p>The Right Time<br />
Bird watching on regions that have temperate weather are most active in the spring and fall migrations. During such time, the widest array of birds could be seen as these birds relocate northbound or southbound in trying to find nesting sites.</p>
<p>For the hobbyists and professionals, it is advisable to do the act in the early morning where the birds are looking for food. This way, observation can be done at a lengthier time and you can see them easily while they are onto their task.</p>
<p>Seawatching<br />
This type of bird watching is for people who would go near coastal areas to find watch points like the headland to be able to see the birds flying over to the sea. The birds that can be observed from such are called the pelagic kinds. The pelagic species of birds can also be observed when one is aboard a seagoing vessel.</p>
<p>Proper Etiquette<br />
Whether you&#8217;re a birder or a birdwatcher, you should always look out for the wellbeing of the birds and also have some positive notes on what you are doing. You can lead the way to promote cleanliness of the environment so that the natural habitat for this kind wouldn&#8217;t be harmed. Also, you should be vigilant about the latest technology when you use them as part of the activity, that it won&#8217;t affect the birds in a negative manner.</p>
<p>Bird watching may just be a hobby but one that must be done with passion and concern about the birds and their welfare.</p>
<p>I hope that reading the above information was both enjoyable and educational for you. Your learning process should be ongoing&#8211;the more you understand about any subject, the more you will be able to share with others.</p>
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		<title>Bird Watching in Arizona</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 29 Jul 2011 15:22:57 +0000</pubDate>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If you&#8217;re seriously interested in knowing about Bird Watching, you need to think beyond the basics. This informative article takes a closer look at things you need to know about Bird Watching.</p>
<p>Bird watching in Arizona in definitely a must for those who are into this kind of hobby. This is because the place offers a wide variety of birds perfect for observation such as the common ones including black and gray hawks, owls of different species such as whiskered screeches and elves, various species of hummingbirds, nightjars, trogons, flickers, woodpeckers, flycatchers, and pewees.</p>
<p>The place is also perfect if you want to see rare kinds of birds such as seasonal species of kingbirds, chickadees, becards, gnatcatchers, titmouses, sparrows, tanagers, and warblers. </p>
<p>If you are planning to go bird watching in Arizona, always make sure that you visit the Patagonia-Sonoita Creek Preserve which houses almost 300 different species of birds. If you want, you can make a schedule online and avail of the guided tours on Saturday mornings. The preserve has almost 3-mile long trail that gives you a breathtaking beauty of nature along with various species of birds nearby. </p>
<p>Things you need before you go bird watching in Arizona</p>
<p>In the United States, Arizona is one of the best places for bird watching because it has hot type of climate, which invites a vast species of birds. Because of the number of birds seen in the place, birding has become a source for recreation and tourism. </p>
<p>See how much you can learn about Bird Watching when you take a little time to read a well-researched article?  Don&#8217;t miss out on the rest of this great information.</p>
<p>Before you get captivated its wonderful bird life and its breathtaking landscape in this side of the state, make sure that you prepare very well the things that you might need. If you are planning to conduct bird watching in Arizona, make sure that you bring:</p>
<p>- Bring a bird watching guide. This is very important especially for first-time watchers because this will serve as a reference for you. The guide usually contains basic information about the place or the preserve, list of birds that are usually seen in the area, brief characteristic of common birds that can be seen in the area and tips for the first-time watchers. </p>
<p>- A good pair of bird watching binoculars. Although some centers provide binoculars for the viewers, it is best if you bring your own pair. This is to ensure that you will use a good pair of binoculars when coming to Arizona for bird watching. If you&#8217;re planning to buy a pair of binoculars before going there, make sure that you buy a pair that has good magnification, clear lens and focus, and good exit diameter. </p>
<p>- High SPF bottle of sunscreen. Since Arizona has hot weather, it is best to protect your skin especially from sunburns. In Preservation centers, you are usually asked to go on a trail that has no shade. If you want to protect your skin against too much ultraviolet rays, it is quite important to apply lots of sunscreen with high SPF. </p>
<p>- A notebook with pen. This is a good option especially if you want to record your observations about the birds. When you have a handy notebook and pen, you can easily jot down the characteristics of the bird and other notes about the Center easily. (TIP: Choose a notebook with plastic cover so you can protect your notes from getting wet.)</p>
<p>- A big bottle of water. To keep you well hydrated during bird watching in Arizona, it is best to keep a bottle of water with you at all times. Having a handy source of liquid at hand is very crucial especially if stay out in the sun for a long time in a place with hot weather. </p>
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		<title>Bird Watching for Children</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 27 Jul 2011 10:21:01 +0000</pubDate>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Bird watching for children is one of the activities that can help instill the value and love for animals on their young minds. Aside from teaching them the importance of taking good care of animals, bird watching for children can also be a great of spending quality time with them. This activity is also great for children because it can teach them to become nature-wise and van teach them teach them good manners such as respect for animals. </p>
<p>What you need </p>
<p>Before you go bird watching with children, make sure that you yourself have had a first-hand experience on the activity. What you can do is search on the Internet what are the best places to bird watching with children. Once you found the best one or the nearest one in your area, take a time off to visit it before bring your children there. </p>
<p>Check if the entire area is safe for children. If you are having doubts about children safety, it is best to talk to the administrator of the park or the preserve to make sure that they have enough facilities to take care of kids. Also, ask what are the things that you need to bring when going there.</p>
<p>Also check how much are the fees, how many kids are allowed to bird watch, and what are the ideal ages for bird watching. When everything is done and you are confident that your child will be safe while bird watching, book a tour date while you&#8217;re there. </p>
<p>On the date of the bird watching activity, make sure that you bring the following: </p>
<p>You can see that there&#8217;s practical value in learning more about Bird Watching. Can you think of ways to apply what&#8217;s been covered so far?</p>
<p>1. A good pair of binoculars for kids. This is very important because the center might not have enough binoculars for the visitors. To ensure that the kids can use something, grab a good yet cheap pair of binoculars when you are in the department store. </p>
<p>2. A bird book or field guide. Although most of the bird parks offer booklet that contain information on the birds that can be seen there, it is best to bring a book guide on your own just in case they don&#8217;t have one. The book guide can help your kids identify the common birds in the area and can help them in describing the birds based on their appearance, color, size, and shape. </p>
<p>3. Bottled water and snacks. Since kids tend to get hungry often, it is best if you bring lots of bottled water and handy snack packs just in case no convenient store is near the area. </p>
<p>4. First aid kit. This should always be a must whenever you go out with your kids because they can be so accident-prone. Make sure that you include a first aid kit in your child&#8217;s backpack to make sure that you can tend to the wound or scratch immediately. </p>
<p>5. A camera. This is also a &#8220;must&#8221; when going out with kids because it can preserve the memories with your kids. Having a handy camera can enable you take as many pictures of your kids during the tour. You can also ask your kids to take as many photos as they can of the birds that they see. </p>
<p>6. A notebook or sketchpad with pens or pencils. One of the benefits of bird watching for children is that it encourages them to jot down their observations. These can also be helpful to artistically-inclined children because it can encourage them to draw the birds that they see. </p>
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		<title>Bird Watching Optics</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 26 Jul 2011 20:00:54 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[It is one thing to watch a bird on television and another to see it with your own eyes. When you are looking for them in the woods, through your window or in the forest, you should be prepared with the right equipment and one important thing is a pair of bird watching optics. Bird [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>It is one thing to watch a bird on television and another to see it with your own eyes. When you are looking for them in the woods, through your window or in the forest, you should be prepared with the right equipment and one important thing is a pair of bird watching optics. </p>
<p>Bird watching optics is essential because it is impossible to see a bird hiding behind a tree with the naked eye. Since you will be carrying other things along, it is only right that this is compact and lightweight. </p>
<p>But is it enough to have bird watching optics to make your excursion successful? The answer is no because you need to wear the right attire, have a bag and a bird watching guide so the birds you see can easily identified.</p>
<p>Bird watchers should wear a birding vest that has several pockets. The typical kind has about ten which makes it easy for the user to put things such as lens cap, lip palm, insect repellant, water and some snacks instead of stopping and pulling these out of the bag. </p>
<p>Ideally, this uses a Velcro seal instead of a zipper or a button so you are sure that whatever in your pockets is secure. </p>
<p>You may not consider everything you just read to be crucial information about Bird Watching. But don&#8217;t be surprised if you find yourself recalling and using this very information in the next few days.</p>
<p>You don&#8217;t want to be caught should it rain so it is also a good idea to bring a long a rain jacket. If the weather is quite sunny, it is advisable to bring along a hat so you don&#8217;t get sunburn even if you have already put lotion on the exposed parts of your body. The hat also has another purpose and that is to keep hair away from your face and eyes. </p>
<p>Bird watching takes hours which is why it is important to put all your stuff in a backpack. It should have some food, water, compass, notebook, field maps and even an extra pair of bird watching optics. You should only carry what you need and avoid making it too heavy because it will be hard to carry when you get tired. </p>
<p>If you want to capture an image of the birds you have seen, you can buy a pair of optics that is able to capture pictures and video. Naturally this is more expensive than the one you just look at but it is worth it when you are able to download these to your computer and show it off to other bird watchers. </p>
<p>Bird watching is very popular and you don&#8217;t have to enroll in a class to join in the fun. You simply need to know what birds are in your area so you know what you are looking for either by yourself or when you are with a group. </p>
<p>As for the right pair of bird watching optics, you have to do some research first by comparing the price, looking at its features if it has interchangeable lenses or if it can be mounted on a tripod and lastly looking at consumer reviews since these people know what they are talking about before they decide to recommend this to others.  </p>
<p>The key to this hobby is patience. After sitting around for a few minutes or maybe an hour, you might just spot the bird a few yards away and see it up close and personal with the help of your bird watching optics.</p>
<p>If you&#8217;ve picked some pointers about Bird Watching that you can put into action, then by all means, do so. You won&#8217;t really be able to gain any benefits from your new knowledge if you don&#8217;t use it.</p>
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		<title>Bird Watching in Big Bend</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 25 Jul 2011 19:10:31 +0000</pubDate>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Do you ever feel like you know just enough about Bird Watching to be dangerous? Let&#8217;s see if we can fill in some of the gaps with the latest info from Bird Watching experts.</p>
<p>Not all birds can live in the same environment. This is the reason why bird enthusiasts travel all over the country and around the world to continue this hobby. One place that is not too far and has a lot to offer is in Big Bend National Park. </p>
<p>Big Bend National Park is located in the Southwest corner of Texas. It is halfway between El Paso and Laredo while the Rio Grande swings southward to form a huge bend which marks the southern boundary of this national reserve. All in all, it is 1200 square miles of Chihuahuan Desert and mountain grandeur. </p>
<p>This makes it an excellent habitat for more than 450 species of birds, 75 species of mammals and 70 species of amphibians and reptiles. When the weather gets cold, most birds use this as a migratory flyway so you will get to see some birds that are only here once or twice a year. </p>
<p>Some of the birds you can encounter at the Big Bend National Park include the Band-tailed Pigeon, Black-chinned Sparrow, Colima Warbler, Crissal Thrasher, Elf Owl, Flammulated Owl, Green Kingfisher, Lucifer Hummingbird, Mexican Jay and the Pyrrhuloxia.</p>
<p>This is also the only place in the US that you will see the Mexican long Nosed Bat that is listed as an endangered species. </p>
<p>Given the parks size, there are a lot of excellent bird watching spots to check out.  You can go to the Rio Grande Village, the Cottonwood campgrounds, the Chisos Basin and the Hot Springs to see the colorful golden fronted woodpecker or the Colima warbler.</p>
<p>Once you begin to move beyond basic background information, you begin to realize that there&#8217;s more to Bird Watching than you may have first thought. </p>
<p>Another ideal spot is the Ojito Adentro that is found on wayside stop #4. While you are walking, you can hear the Bell&#8217;s Vireo singing especially during early March and September. In the Spring, you will encounter the Blue Grossbeak, Canyon Bewick, Summer Tanager, Vermillion Flycatcher and the Zone tailed hawk. </p>
<p>Some bird species that drop by for a visit during certain months of the year include the acorn woodpeckers, ash-throated flycatchers, black-chinned and broad-tailed hummingbirds, cactus and canyon wrens, greater roadrunners, lesser nighthawks, loggerhead shrikes, northern flickers, scaled quail, Scott&#8217;s orioles, spotted sandpipers, tufted titmice, bushtits, western wood-pewees, white-throated swifts, white-winged doves and Wilson&#8217;s warblers.</p>
<p>The mammals you could see at the Big Bend National Park include the desert cottontails, black-tailed jackrabbits, rock squirrels, Texas antelope squirrels, Merriam&#8217;s kangaroo rats, coyotes, gray foxes, raccoons, striped skunks, mule deer, and white-tailed deer. </p>
<p>You should be careful when you go bird watching at the National Park. There are also a few poisonous snakes like the diamondback, the Mojave, the black tailed rattlesnake and the trans-pecos copperhead.  There have also been reported sightings of Mountain Lions and Black Bears. Since the Park was opened to the public, there have only been 4 attacks on humans. </p>
<p>The Big Bend National Park is open all year round. More than 300,000 visitors come here annually so pack along your gear and head out for some bird watching at the Big Bend. You can camp here for a few days and even get some snapshots which you can add to your collection back home.</p>
<p>So you don&#8217;t get lost, you can get a Ranger to guide you around, join a nature seminar and a host of other activities that are offered at the park. </p>
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		<title>Bird Watching in Maine</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 25 Jul 2011 00:35:01 +0000</pubDate>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>When you think about Bird Watching, what do you think of first? Which aspects of Bird Watching are important, which are essential, and which ones can you take or leave? You be the judge.</p>
<p>Bird watching is now a very popular hobby. There are several clubs and organizations that you can join and one place where you can go to see some species is in Maine. </p>
<p>One of your first stops could be by the great North Woods region where you will be able to see the Boreal Chickadees, Gray Jays, Olive-sided Flycatchers and the Spruce Grouse.</p>
<p>If you happen to travel by Maine&#8217;s Atlantic coast, you can see hundreds of puffins gathered around Machias Seal Island. With a tour guide, you can disembark from your boat and get within 4 feet of these birds. If you happen to visit this place during the migration season, you will be able to see migrating Arctic Terns. </p>
<p>Another great place is in Bangor that is considered to be the best bird watching spot in Maine. An example of this is the Sunkhaze Meadows National Wildlife Refuge. Here, you will be able to see the Eastern Phoebes, the Pine and Palm Warblers as well as the Yellow bellied Sapsuckers. These can be found in other parks along this area and along the riversides. </p>
<p>There is also the Scarborough Marsh that happens to be a 3100 acre estuary and used by many birds as a breeding, feeding and resting ground. You will surely get to see a lot of shorebirds here nourishing the marsh. </p>
<p>Other birds that you will see in Maine include the Bald Eagle, Barn Swallows, Black Ducks, the Canadian geese, common loons, Flickers, Golden eye Ducks, Grosbeaks, Hummingbirds, Kingfishers, Mergansers, Ornomants, Seagulls and Woodpeckers. </p>
<p>Truthfully, the only difference between you and Bird Watching experts is time. If you&#8217;ll invest a little more time in reading, you&#8217;ll be that much nearer to expert status when it comes to Bird Watching.</p>
<p>Before you go off bird watching in Maine, make sure you all your equipment with you including a map so you know how to find your way back If you get lost. If possible, take a few pictures so you can share this with others when you get back home. </p>
<p>You can even report what birds you have seen and submit these photos online because although some species are common in these parts, there are some rare finds that will surely be enjoyed by fellow hobbyists. </p>
<p>Acadia National Park is another place to go bird watching. According to the National Park Service, there have been 338 bird species that have been recorded. Through the years, this number has grown and you might just encounter one of 23 species of warblers that breed in this park. </p>
<p>Because of their seclude location, other birds have also used this as their nesting habitat namely the herons, harlequin ducks and purple sandpipers.</p>
<p>If you have a chance, don&#8217;t forget to visit the Thorncrag Nature Sanctuary in Lewiston. This is a 357 acre wildlife preserve that overlooks the city surrounded on three sides by both suburban and urban development. This place is used for schools and professionals for research which makes this open to anyone who wants to be close to nature.  </p>
<p>For those that would like more information about bird watching in Maine, you can get in touch with the Audubon Chapters in Maine, the Mid Coast Audubon Society, the York County Audubon Society, the Nature Conservancy or the Stanton Bird Club. They are always on the lookout for new members that share the same fascination with our feathered friends and will also do whatever it takes to protect those that are endangered. </p>
<p>About the Author<br />
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		<title>Bird Watching Gifts for the Enthusiast</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 22 Jul 2011 14:18:22 +0000</pubDate>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Current info about Bird Watching is not always the easiest thing to locate. Fortunately, this report includes the latest Bird Watching info available.</p>
<p>Bird watching is a great hobby.  You get to meet people get close to nature and know the difference between each species. If you know someone who is into this, you could surprise them on their birthday by buying them a bird watching gift. </p>
<p>What do bird watching enthusiasts want as gifts? To answer that, you have to know what they bring a long every time they had out into the woods. </p>
<p>Probably the most affordable and easiest to get is a hat. This will prevent their hair from blocking the eyes at the same time prevent them from getting sun burn in the face. </p>
<p>The next item could be a pair of cargo pants that has a lot of pockets so they can put snacks and other items on their sides. </p>
<p>A bird watching vest is another cool item to get because it has more pockets than the cargo pants. They can put their mobile phone on one pocket, snacks, water, map, and insect repellant and more on the others making it within arm&#8217;s length instead of taking this out of the back pack. </p>
<p>If you that their back pack is already worn out, perhaps you get can them a new one. These come in different sizes and you don&#8217;t have to get a large one because these hobbyists are supposed to travel light. </p>
<p>Most of this information comes straight from the Bird Watching pros. Careful reading to the end virtually guarantees that you&#8217;ll know what they know.</p>
<p>Perhaps the most expensive thing to buy for the bird enthusiast is a pair of binoculars.  This is because of the lens that allows the user to see farther and wider. There are even some models that allow the person to interchange the lens while the more high tech ones allows you to see in the dark, capture photos and videos. </p>
<p>A bird watching journal is also a nice gift to get because the hobbyist records what was seen and how many they were. In the years ahead, they will surely write more birds down and they would need another booklet to record this down. </p>
<p>Another great idea is to get the person a one year subscription to a bird watching magazine. This is published monthly or on a quarterly basis and they will be able to see pictures of birds in places that they have never been before like the Antarctic, the Amazon, Africa and somewhere in the Atlantic or Pacific. </p>
<p>If you think that buying bird watching gear as a gift is all you can buy, think again. Those who can spare some cash can send the person off on a bird watching vacation perhaps up north in Canada or down to South America. You have to remember that there are hundreds of bird species and not all of them can live in the climate in the US.</p>
<p>So which one should you buy first? Well, you have to talk to the person first and see what they don&#8217;t have or where they have never gone. A small conversation will already give you several ideas and you just have to pick the right one that is within your budget and meaningful to the recipient. </p>
<p>Who knows? It&#8217;s possible that during the course of your shopping, you might learn to appreciate the hobby. Instead of supporting that person, you soon join them on excursions. That is perhaps the best bird watching gift to ever give anyone because you are able to do something together. </p>
<p>It never hurts to be well-informed with the latest on Bird Watching. Compare what you&#8217;ve learned here to future articles so that you can stay alert to changes in the area of Bird Watching. </p>
<p>About the Author<br />
By Anders Eriksson, feel free to visit his soon to be top ranked Perpetual20 training site: <a href="http://www.perpetual20.us"><b>Perpetual 20</b></a></p>
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		<title>Basic Bird Watching Clothing</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 22 Jul 2011 05:17:55 +0000</pubDate>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In anything you do, it is better if you are geared up for an activity before it even starts so that you&#8217;ll be able to give your best once you are into it.  Same is true when it comes to bird watching.</p>
<p>Which One?<br />
Are you are birdwatcher or a birder? The birdwatchers do such activity for fun. They are fond of the birds but they also want to enjoy the sights. They do their observation even without the help of any kit but, of course, they won&#8217;t say no to a binocular but doesn&#8217;t really mind its class or type. They are doing the activity to relax. And they can do such wherever they please, including at their own backyards.</p>
<p>The birders are serious about the activity. They don&#8217;t merely want to observe, they want to learn and share that knowledge for the world to know. They study each and every movement of each and every species of the birds they encounter. They would go the extra mile to seek out new territories, to find out new kinds of birds and to study such further.</p>
<p>Between the two types of bird watching enthusiast, birders require the more apparel to them because of their purpose for doing the act. Those things that the birders need to have can also be used by the birdwatchers but they aren&#8217;t really particular about such stuff.</p>
<p>Geared Up<br />
The basic needs of a person involved in this activity are, of course, the binoculars, spotting scope would also be helpful especially the kind with tripod, notepad wherein to keep their journal and field guides. </p>
<p>Truthfully, the only difference between you and Bird Watching experts is time. If you&#8217;ll invest a little more time in reading, you&#8217;ll be that much nearer to expert status when it comes to Bird Watching.</p>
<p>The binoculars become so popular with bird watching activity that manufacturers even came up with the type that is intended only for this action. This tool helps one see the birds clearly. Although the good ones cost more than the simpler versions, it is advisable to invest on such especially if you are doing this activity with such passion and you feel the need to know more and more about the birds that you are observing or have already seen.</p>
<p>Purchasing a spotting scope with a tripod is like declaring the passion to a different level. Now, you&#8217;re proving to be more serious about what you&#8217;re doing and that you want to see more clearly than what the binoculars can do. Spotting scopes are actually telescopes, this is why its view can reach father. This type is mounted on a tripod for the user&#8217;s easy navigation.</p>
<p>The field guides can be useful for someone who&#8217;s into the activity to know where to go, to ascertain where to look and to help them easily locate what they are looking for. They can keep as many depending on where they have been or where they plan to go.</p>
<p>A notepad is also a bird watcher&#8217;s best friend. They can document on it, jot down their observation, list down the things that are bogging them and note what they what to find out in future research.</p>
<p>As days go by, the bird watching apparel available in the market becomes more and more complicated but likewise helpful for the enthusiasts. It is advisable to invest on good quality even though the cost is higher because in the long run, you&#8217;ll benefit more from such because it will last longer.</p>
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		<title>Bird Watching in Los Angeles</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 21 Jul 2011 15:36:41 +0000</pubDate>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The more you understand about any subject, the more interesting it becomes. As you read this article you&#8217;ll find that the subject of Bird Watching is certainly no exception.</p>
<p>Some of you might think that it is impossible to do some bird watching in Los Angeles or in any other city. But there are places that you can visit making it possible for you to enjoy this hobby. </p>
<p>The first is the Arboretum of Los Angeles County. This is a 127 acre garden that is blooming with plant and tree life making it a perfect location for some birds to live on. Here, you will get to see 200 peafowl birds that were imported from India and some peacocks. </p>
<p>Another place is the Los Angeles Oiled Bird Care and Education Center. This is a 10,000 square foot facility that can accommodate 1,000 birds at a time.</p>
<p>Approximately 40,000 children visit this place every year.  Guests will be able to see two large outdoor aviaries that house pelicans. They even have a hospital for birds that have been found and brought in for care by viewing the monitor. </p>
<p>You can also visit the Audubon Center at Debs Park. Considered as one of the greenest buildings in the nation, it houses coyotes and about 138 species of birds. </p>
<p>Of course, one place that you cannot miss to do some bird watching is the Los Angeles Zoo. </p>
<p>I trust that what you&#8217;ve read so far has been informative. The following section should go a long way toward clearing up any uncertainty that may remain.</p>
<p>Examples of these include the Andean Condor, African Fish Eagle, Chilean Flamingo, Egret, Mandarin Duck, Laughing Kookaburra, plush crested Jay, Military Macaw, Red Knobbed Hornbill, Sacred Ibis, Thick billed parrot, Ostrich, Congo Peacock, Blue Peafowl, Common Rave, Roseate Spoonbill, Black Swan, Inca Tern, Lady Ross&#8217;sTuraco, Cape Vulture, Cape Griffon Vulture and a lot more. </p>
<p>But if you want to do some bird watching without paying any entrance or parking fees, drive around the city and you just might see some especially around the UCLA campus that is on the Westwood area of Los Angeles. </p>
<p>You may also find birds in the flood control basins of Los Angeles particularly near the Montebello Hills and near the Hansen Dam. Here you will find Nighthawks, Roadrunners, Costa&#8217;s Hummingbirds, Cactus Wren and the Loggerhead Shrike.</p>
<p>The Boreal forest is also home to 60 species of birds especially during the migrating season and during the winter. You could see Surf and white winged scoters diving for clams and mussels along Newport Beach or the Golden crowned Sparrow all the way from Canada&#8217;s Yukon. </p>
<p>If you like bird watching, you can join groups that sponsor trips and training to their fellow members. Some of them are the Los Angeles Audubon Society, the West Los Angeles Bird Club, the Parrot Society of Los Angeles and the Gold Country Bird Society.  Meetings are held monthly. You can post questions by emailing them or visiting their website. </p>
<p>When you bird watching by yourself or with a group, make sure you to bring all the equipment you need like a pair of binoculars, a pen, a journal, a hat, backpack and even a digital camera. You could share this information with the other members during the next meeting so you become an active participant not just someone who sits in the back and just listens to what other people have to say. </p>
<p>The places mentioned just goes to show that it is still possible to do some bird watching in Los Angeles even if it is a bustling city. So check these places out and have some fun. </p>
<p>The day will come when you can use something you read about here to have a beneficial impact. Then you&#8217;ll be glad you took the time to learn more about Bird Watching.</p>
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