Fun, Easy Bird Feeding Kits
Discover Backyard Bird Feeding Kits That Are Fun, Educational, And Help Support Local Wildlife
Fun, Easy Bird Feeding Kits
Discover Backyard Bird Feeding Kits That Are Fun, Educational, And Help Support Local Wildlife
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Birdfeeder Kits, Bird Seed Variety & Put Birdfeeder in the Backyard
Hummingbirds, Nectar Recipes and Feeders
Retail Bird Feeders and Garden Accessories
Butterflies: Monarchs, Other Species, Native Plants for Inland Empire,
for IE, Garden Layout
Local Nurseries for Native Plants (Inland Empire)
National Conservation Organizations, FeederWatch.org
Conservation Education Resources for High School Students
(University of California Campuses)
Wildlife Project for Middle School Class
Birds Number Decline
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Birdfeeder Kits, Bird Seed Variety & Put Birdfeeder in the Backyard
Hummingbirds, Nectar Recipes and Feeders
Retail Bird Feeders and Garden Accessories
Butterflies: Monarchs, Other Species, Native Plants for Inland Empire,
for IE, Garden Layout
Local Nurseries for Native Plants (Inland Empire)
National Conservation Organizations, FeederWatch.org
Conservation Education Resources for High School Students
(12 University of California Campuses)
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page 2
Birdfeeder Kits, Bird Seed Variety,
& Put Birdfeeder in the Backyard
Page 3
Hummingbirds, Nectar Recipes, and Feeders
Page 4
Retail Bird Feeders and Garden Accessories
Page 5
Butterflies: Monarchs, Other Species, Native Plants for the Inland Empire, Garden Layout
Page 6
Local Nurseries for Native Plants (Inland Empire)
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National Conservation Organizations, FeederWatch.org
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Conservation Education Resources for High School Students (Including 12 University of California Campuses)
Birdfeeder Kits for Personal and Classroom Use to Assemble and Decorate Your Own Feeder(S)
1 - Wooden Bird Feeder Kits
There are numerous wooden bird feeder kits on the market (check out Amazon.com and Temu.com) to choose from which are fun and easy to put together.
They normally come with their own paint supply, paintbrushes and instructions and are designed to be hung up. Most measure between 5” and up to 8” square or rectangular.
2 - Soda– Soda Bottle Birdfeeders
What do these five bottles have in common? They all have the same size twist-off cap, measuring one inch across, and subsequently hang together to make an attractive bird feeder station.
These are easy to decorate with stickers and make them ‘your own’
Peel off any undesirable labels and replace them with regular stickers or with glittery crystal stickers for a pleasing touch.
This kit includes the hanger part on the outside, and the bird seed tray on the inside. You break off the hanger part, punch holes at the bottom of the soda bottle and insert this. Then fill up the bottle with small bird seed using the included funnel, such as Nyjer seed or Parakeet seed, and it’s ready to hang up. You can purchase the hanger-birdseed tray on the internet (ie., Amazon) by searching for Bottle Birdfeeder Kits.
3 - Ground Platform Open Boxes
These three Open half boxes measure 8” square for the largest one, 5” x 6”, and 4.5” square and can be put directly on the ground. We recommend that you decorate the sides facing out with water-based paint and/or stickers. Some native birds, such as Mourning Doves, prefer ground platform feeders, as they are too largeto sit on hanging feeders high above. Look for these on the internet through Amazon, Temu, etc., (wooden platform birdfeeders).
Nyjer or Thistle Seeds for Local Goldfinches
If you're interested in adding another feeder, try purchasing a feeder specifically designed for Nyjer Seeds, a tiny black seed (also known as Thistle Seed) which will attract the American or Lesser Goldfinches, small bright yellow and black birds who are highly attracted to this seed. You can purchase this seed in large bags or in a 'sock' already filled with this seed. The BEST DEAL for this kind of seed is at Amazon, where you can purchase a 20-pound bag for $33. It's a huge heavy bag that will last you about a month, if these adorable bright yellow birds start visiting your feeder. You can also buy a thistle sock and just hang it up, as shown below.
Nyjer Seeds (left) Sunflower Seeds (right)
Be sure to use a Baffle or Umbrella over all your birdfeeders to protect from inclement weather. Wet moldy seed leads to sick birds.
Birdfeeder Kits for Personal and Classroom Use
Encourage hands-on learning and backyard birdwatching with bird feeder kits that you can assemble, decorate, and fill with your favorite bird seeds. Perfect for personal use or school classrooms, these kits allow children and adults to create a fun feeding station while supporting local birds.
"5th grade class decorating their own birdfeeders at the Menifee California public library"
To add your bird feeder to your backyard, add a garden J-shaped rod from a garden store such as Lowes. Push deeply into a soil-filled container or open spot in your garden. You can connect several together with plastic zip ties or Velcro or twisters. We recommend the plastic zip ties. Be sure to add an umbrella by the same method to protect your feeders from inclement weather.
Suggested Selection of Bird Seeds
1 – Suggested Combinations
We suggest you use 2 separate bird feeders in your backyard, one with Black Oil Sunflower Seeds and the second with a variety of finch foods, such as Flock's Wild Birdseeds from Stater Brothers Grocery Store, Target, Walmart, Tractor Supply Store or Garden Stores.
2 – Black Oil Sunflower Seeds
Good for birds with thick beaks who are able to crack open the outer shell – Sparrows and Finches.
3 - Stater Brothers Grocery Store
Carries a brand of wild bird seed 20# bag at around $14.00 which is a good selection. Another selection is from the Target stores.
4 – Pennington Select Wild Finch Blend
Excellent seeds for Goldfinches, Purple and House Finches, Mourning Doves, Sparrows, Junco, and other species. Walmart carries this brand.
