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GARDEN GATE: Episode 324 – Feeding American Goldfinches – (Aug 29, 2025)

This summer there sure have been a lot of American Goldfinches at the feeders! These birds are such a joy to watch and hear their sweet songs. They are nesting right now and feed their young seeds, so they really appreciate you keeping your feeders full and clean. The finch tube feeders from Aspects in … Read more

GARDEN GATE: Episode 323 – Downtown Sketcher – (Aug 15, 2025)

This week we are featuring one of our newest artists, the Downtown Sketcher! Based in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Wynand van Niekerk is the sketch artist that created the brand Downtown Sketcher. Ever since he was a child, he has had a unique vision and passion for urban landscapes. We met Wynand in January and commissioned … Read more

GARDEN GATE: Episode 322 – Offering Water To Birds – (Aug 1, 2025)

It’s been a really hot summer so far! Many days without rain makes it harder for our bird friends to find a cool drink. There are many ways you can help, which will also bring more birds to your yard. Hanging bird baths, hanging waterers, pedestal bird baths, even small dishes of water left out … Read more

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