Folks ask me what to buy when they want steady viewing for shaky hands, and I always start with the same little truth: comfort beats bragging rights every single time. If your hands tremble a bit, your grip isn’t what it used to be, or your knees complain when you stand too long, the “best” … Read more
Folks ask me, “How do I tell what’s in my yard when my hands won’t hold steady for long?” If that’s you, you’re in the right place. When you’re trying to decide whether that flash of movement was a robin or a blue jay, the goal isn’t perfect bird-nerd identification. The goal is easy spotting … Read more
Folks ask me how to keep feeding birds without making their back and knees pay the price. I’m 68, and I’ll tell you straight: the bird feeder refill part can be the deal-breaker if you’re bending too much, carrying too much, or fumbling with tiny latches when your grip isn’t what it used to be. … Read more
Folks ask me how to enjoy birds without turning it into a whole production, especially when their legs get tired fast. I get it. If your knees start barking after 5–10 minutes of standing, the idea of “going out to watch birds” can feel like a chore you didn’t sign up for. The good news … Read more
Folks ask me why I carry a monocular instead of “just getting binoculars like everyone else.” I get it. Birding gear can feel like a rabbit hole, and if your hands aren’t as steady as they used to be, the last thing you want is something that makes you fuss more, not less. Here’s the … Read more
Folks ask me how to tell them apart when the birds won’t sit still and you don’t want to mess with binoculars. Fair question. Most of us just want easy spotting without extra gear—a quick “Oh, that’s you again” while we’re looking out the window or stepping onto the deck for a minute. Here’s the … Read more