Archive for February 2009
February 17, 2009 | 
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The Northern Pintail is the “pinup” duck for this season’s Federal Duck Stamp. The Northern Pintail (Anas acuta) has had this honor for five different seasons:
- 1938-1939, Artist – Roland H. Clark
- 1962-1963, Artist – Edward A. Morris
- 1983-1984, Artist – Phil V. Scholer
- 2001-2002, Artist – Robert (Bob) Hautman
- 2008-2009, 75th Anniversary Edition, Artist – Joseph Hautman
Pintails are among the group of ducks known as “dabbling ducks.” When they forage for food, they often wind up with their rear-ends pointing Read the rest of this entry »
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As I walk through the woods, I often “see things” in the trees. This is akin to how some people “see things” in the clouds, or on the face of the moon. (I see a rabbit in the moon, but that’s another story.) Read the rest of this entry »
I am almost bouncing off the walls with happiness about the first Do-ers in our 2009 Do Something! campaign. I launched this effort to prompt everyday people to take steps to protect our lands, flora, and fauna. It’s easy and fun and GOOD!
I am keeping a running total of Do-ers, Actions and Pledge $ (from me) in the sidebar to the right. At the end of the year, I will split the pledged dollars between the charities that Birder’s Lounge supports, International Bird Rescue Research Center (IBRRC) and Wildlife Rescue & Rehabilitation (WRR).
The first Do-ers who have allowed me to share their efforts are:
Jane Lovedahl
“I am writing Outdoor Education curriculum for elementary aged children who come to Camp El Tesoro. Students have attended sessions and are experiencing the excitement and wonder of the natural world. In addition, I have become a birder!! What a joy to see this incredible world of birds with a completely new sense of awe, respect, appreciation, and amazement.”
Bragging rights:
ENGAGED CHILDREN in outdoor activities that helped instill a sense of wonder and excitement about flora and fauna
IDENTIFIED & LEARNED about one bird that I was unfamiliar with
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Larry Jordan
“I hope to check off the last box by showing kids how to monitor nest boxes at a local park where I will be placing Bluebird houses this spring.
Thanks Amber for this opportunity to help out! What a great idea.”
Bragging rights:
HELPED RAISE AWARENESS that everything we do affects the well-being of other creatures
GAVE SOME OF MY OWN HABITAT back to nature,PLANTED A NATIVE TREE on my property
REDUCED OR ELIMINATED my use of pesticides and synthetic fertilizers
VISITED a state park, national park, or wildlife refuge
IDENTIFIED & LEARNED about one bird that I was unfamiliar with
DONATED TIME OR MONEY to an organization that is dedicated to protecting and preserving habitats and wildlife
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And one Do-er who wishes to be Unnamed
Bragging Rights:
HELPED RAISE AWARENESS that everything we do affects the well-being of other creatures
VISITED a state park, national park, or wildlife refuge
IDENTIFIED & LEARNED about one bird that I was unfamiliar with
DONATED TIME OR MONEY to an organization that is dedicated to protecting and preserving habitats and wildlife
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Thanks to you Do-Gooders! You guys rock! Anyone else? 
My visit to Bosque del Apache was a wonderful experience. I’ll be blabbering about it over several posts. First, I’ll help you get your bearings by sharing a copy of the refuge map, Read the rest of this entry »
I noticed that the counter for our campaign, Do Something!, is still all zeros! I decided that I could make it easier for people to participate by creating a checkbox form, and a way for you to choose if you want us to share your name and story, or just count your good deeds.
I have presented the form in this post, and I will link it to the perpetual badge in the sidebar.
I KNOW that many of you are already doing some of these things, and so I ask you to take a moment to simply check them off. If you decide to do additional conservation-minded things on the list, please come back to check them off as well!
C’mon, you Listers – I know you love to check boxes!
