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The best binoculars (2023) - A fall and holiday guide to binoculars for birdwatchers

We are taking the flocking guesswork out of selecting binoculars for all budgets!

The best cameras (2023) - A birdwatcher's camera guide for the holidays and fall

Cameras are expensive gear. Read on to learn our recommendations for quality cameras for birdwatching for a variety of budgets.

My seven favorite birding apps - What are the best birdwatching apps?

This is the penultimate list of top birding apps! So sayeth the Head Flocker!

Best backpacks and bags for birding

Save your neck. Save your back. Bring your gear in a pack.

The Best Spotting Scopes (2023) - Buying a Spotting Scope for Birdwatching & Wildlife Viewing

Spotting scopes allow for new opportunities in birdwatching: distant birds. See our favorite scopes from various price ranges!

How to clean your bird feeders - The best methods for cleaning all bird feeders

Clean your feeders to help birds. It is not difficult people!

How should I store bird food? - Keep birdseed safe from pests

Raccoons, rats, squirrels. These words are foul language if you are a fowl feeder. Learn how to keep your bird food safe from pests!

The best finch feeders of 2023 - Buying thistle, Nyjer, & sunflower feeders for finches

The thistle or Nyjer feeder is a specialist feeder to attract finches. Learn how to shop for thistle and Nyjer feeders, here!

The No "Flocking Around" Guide to Birdwatching for Beginners

Here is the no "Flocking Around" Guide to Birdwatching for Beginners!

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