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Backyard Bird Feeding & Setups

Practical ideas for feeding birds in small backyards, patios, or porches. Jeremy walks through the feeder setups that worked for him as a senior in Minnesota, using easy steps, light equipment, and realistic tips for older adults who want more birds without extra strain.

Designing a Low-Step Patio Seed Station for Elderly Neighbors

December 11, 2025 by Jeremy Larson
Designing a Low-Step Patio Seed Station for Elderly Neighbors

A Chilly Duluth Morning That Got Me Thinking The other morning I stepped out onto my back patio here in Duluth, coffee in one hand, the other hand feeling along the railing like I usually do. It was one of those cold December mornings up by Lake Superior where the air feels sharp before you … Read more

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Simple Ways for Seniors to Keep Squirrels Away from Bird Feeders

December 10, 2025December 10, 2025 by Jeremy Larson
Simple Ways for Seniors to Keep Squirrels Away from Bird Feeders

A Cold Duluth Morning That Set Me Down This Path Early this morning, just after dawn, I stepped out onto my porch with a warm mug of coffee in my hands. The sun comes up pretty late this time of year, and the sky had that soft winter glow we get in Duluth — a … Read more

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Safe Ways for Older Adults to Hang a Bird Feeder on a Porch Railing

December 9, 2025 by Jeremy Larson
Safe Ways for Older Adults to Hang a Bird Feeder on a Porch Railing

A Winter Morning on the Porch Here in Duluth The other morning I stepped out onto my little porch here in Duluth with a mug of coffee in my hand. The sky had that pale gray look we get a lot in early winter, and I could feel the cold wind drifting up from Lake … Read more

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A Gentle Bird Feeder Setup That Keeps Heavy Lifting to a Minimum

December 8, 2025 by Jeremy Larson
A Gentle Bird Feeder Setup That Keeps Heavy Lifting to a Minimum

A Chilly Duluth Morning That Got Me Rethinking Things One morning here in Duluth, not too long after the first real snow had settled in, I shuffled out onto my little back porch with a mug of coffee in my hand. The sky was that soft, pale blue you sometimes get after a storm, and … Read more

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About Me


I’m Jeremy, a 68-year-old retiree in Duluth, Minnesota, who traded busy workdays for quiet mornings with backyard birds. From my porch and local parks, I’ve learned a lot just by watching, listening, and slowing down. Jeremy’s Backyard Birds is where I share those everyday stories and easy ideas so you can enjoy the birds around your home, too.

Recent Posts

  • Choosing a Light Foam Cushion Stool for Knee-Sensitive Folks
  • Colorful Window-Friendly Finches and Chickadees Older Couples Enjoy
  • Designing a Low-Step Patio Seed Station for Elderly Neighbors
  • Gentle Garden Bird Watching Ideas for Retired Grandparents
  • Choosing Lightweight Neck Strap Binoculars That Are Gentle on an Older Neck
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