Down-to-earth advice on light, comfortable gear that makes birdwatching easier for seniors and beginners. From easy-to-carry binoculars to feeders that do not require heavy lifting, Jeremy explains what has helped him enjoy birds at 68 without feeling overwhelmed.
A Cold Morning on the Porch That Got Me Thinking One winter morning here in Duluth, I stepped out onto my little back porch with a mug of coffee and that familiar sense of bracing myself for the cold. You probably know the feeling. The air hits your face first, sharp and clean, and you … Read more
A Morning Here in Duluth That Got Me Thinking About This Just the other morning, I stepped out onto my porch before breakfast, wanting to take in a bit of the winter quiet. We’ve had that steady kind of cold here in Duluth lately — not dramatic, just the sort that settles into your coat … Read more
A Chilly Duluth Morning and a Noisy Old Chair The other morning here in Duluth, I stepped out into the backyard with a mug of coffee in my hand. The sky had that pale December look, kind of washed-out blue with a thin layer of clouds, and I could feel the cold air right away … Read more
A Cool Duluth Morning When the Birds Looked Just a Little Too Far Away One cool spring morning here in Duluth, I was standing out on my small back porch with a mug of coffee, watching the day slowly wake up. The sky had that washed-out blue look, like it hadn’t had its first cup … Read more