Month: January 2004

Birding, Politics

Hook, Bullet, and Scope

January 29, 2004 by Mike 1 Comment

One thing I’ve learned during my recent research into the shooting community is that they have their act together. Bird hunting groups like Ducks...

Birding, Politics

Waterfowl Without End

January 28, 2004 by Mike No Comments

Now that the topic of bird hunting has been broached (see yesterday’s post) I’d like to explore it further. Hunting for sport is in...

Birding, Politics

Birds, Bullets, And Backroom Bargains

January 27, 2004 by Mike No Comments

In this, the year 2004, most Americas consider themselves fortunate to be able to buy food at supermarkets and restaurants rather than have to...

Birds, Politics

Iowa Gold

January 19, 2004 by Mike No Comments

Once every four years, this nation turns its eyes to Iowa. That time is upon us as candidates vie for the Democratic presidential nomination...

Reviews

The Life of Birds

January 15, 2004 by Mike No Comments

The first holiday Sara and I came out as certified birders, we received a myriad of birding accessories. Of all the gift we received...

Birding

What is 37% of 10,000?

January 14, 2004 by Mike No Comments

The cover story in this month’s issue of the science journal Nature addresses climate change and biodiversity loss. According to the authors, human-induced global...

Birding

Why Cats Love FeederWatch

January 7, 2004 by Mike No Comments

This interesting item just hit the wire: LONDON (Reuters) – A rare feathered visitor to Britain survived a grueling 15-hour journey from Norway, only...

Trips