Welcome to My Blog!
This blog is where I’ll share what I’m seeing in our yard, in the gardens, and around our small lake—anything related to birds and gardening. I’d love to hear from you as well! Whether you’re observing something interesting or have a bird-related question, feel free to reach out. I don’t follow a strict blogging schedule, but I typically post every 4 to 7 days—sometimes more often. Let’s enjoy learning about birds together.
If you’d like to get in touch, please email me directly at lindahendricksspence@birdingbeyondthefieldguide.com.
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01Mar
It is early March, but signs of spring are here …..
We live in central Illinois and spring migration has begun. The first warblers are starting to come through in flocks – for us, the Yellow-rumped Warbler is the easiest to ID. This little bird is often lower in our trees and who can miss that yellow rump! We also have Ring-billed Ducks resting on our lake. They will be here anywhere from a few days to several weeks, and then will be gone till...