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Many kids today don't seem to know how great the outdoors is. It's like they've chosen to "go screen" instead of "going green." Fortunately, bird feeding and other birding activities (building a feeder, filling feeders, watching and even sketching birds) are wonderful ways to bring children closer to nature. Go here to download some fun activities just for kids: www.wbu.com/kids-activities

Want to learn more?
🎙️ Tune in to the latest Nature Centered Podcast where John & Brian are joined by two very special guests, kids who love bird feeding, Xander and Rhain. Prepare to be inspired by their passion and love for birds and bird feeding. They also share their tips for helping more kids get into the hobby. Listen to Why Kids Love Bird Feeding here: wbu.com/podcast

Featured Feeder: Tidy Cylinder Feeder (Blue)
WBU Food: No-Mess Cylinder

Did you know that you can reduce pesticide usage by shopping at WBU?

WBU seed blends do not contain fillers which means a reduction in pesticide use across thousands of acres of crops! What an easy way to protect our birds and the planet! To learn more about how to , visit: https://www.wbu.com/save-the-song-birds/

Whether you're looking for a way to feed your birds while on vacation or want to enjoy longer views of the birds at your feeders, Seed Cylinders are a great addition to any backyard. We carry a variety of Seed Cylinders that are designed to meet your birds' seasonal needs.

Featured Birds: Carolina Chickadee, Downy Woodpecker & House Finch
WBU Food: Large Supreme Cylinder
Feeder: Large Tidy Cylinder Feeder

John & Brian are joined by two very special guests, kids who love bird feeding, Xander and Rhain. Prepare to be inspired by their passion and love for birds and bird feeding. They also share their tips for helping more kids get into the hobby. Tune in today: www.wbu.com/episode-87-why-kids-love-bird-feeding

Congratulations to Barb and Chip Whipkey, owners of the La Plata and Lexington Park, MD stores. They were awarded the Franchisee Honor Award at the recent Wild Birds Unlimited Enterprise Leadership Conference in light of the impact they have made within the Wild Birds Unlimited community and beyond. Learn more about the prestigious award here:

Barb And Chip Whipkey Honored With Franchisee Honor Award By Wild Birds Unlimited - The BayNet LEXINGTON PARK, Md. – Barb and Chip Whipkey, proud owners of Wild Birds Unlimited (WBU) stores in Lexington Park and La Plata, Maryland, have been honored with the prestigious Franchisee Honor Award at the annual Enterprise Leadership Conference held in Indianapolis, Indiana. The Franchisee Honor ...

How cool would it be to officially have your own yard recognized as a Certified Wildlife Habitat®️ by the National Wildlife Federation? 🤩 Now through July 31, Wild Birds Unlimited customers get 20% OFF Habitat Certification with promo code: ✨ GARDEN20 ✨
*Offer valid only in the US

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Happy Independence Day! Today, let's take a moment to appreciate the simple joys of life, like taking a stroll outdoors and watching the birds. 🌟

Featured Bird: Eastern Bluebird
Feeder: APS EZ-Attach Feeder Cup (Red) with Mealworms

Birds always need a reliable source of food, especially during the summer when they are caring for young fledglings or preparing for another brood. Our Seed Cylinders are the easiest, longest-lasting and most convenient way to feed the birds. Made of tightly-packed ingredients, such as seeds, nuts and more, Seed Cylinders help you meet all of your birds' nutritional needs for summer.

Featured Bird: Carolina Chickadee
WBU Food: Nutty for Nuts® Cylinder
Feeder: Tidy Cylinder Feeder

Happy Canada Day! 🍁 We hope you enjoy the day and celebrate outdoors! Whether it's a hike through the forest, a peaceful stroll by the lake, or simply enjoying your backyard, we hope you find joy in connecting with nature. 🌲🌻

Featured Bird: Canada Jay

Just passing on.

Repost• A reminder: most fledglings don’t need help. They might be goofy and small, but if they can stand or hop and are covered in feathers, they’re likely fine. Their parents are on the case! A young bird only needs help if it’s naked or partly naked (that’s a nestling), injured or very lethargic.

If a fledgling is hopping in the street or in a high-traffic area, it’s OK to move it to a nearby bush or somewhere safer but only a few feet away! The parents must still be able to find the fledgling or it won’t be able to survive.

**Pigeons are an exception to the fledgling rules. Pigeons stay in the nest a full 4 weeks and look almost like adults when they fledge. A pigeon that looks small and still has fuzz on its head is a nestling and does need your help if it’s sitting on the ground.

Contact us if you’re not sure!

Birds with access to a reliable source of supplemental foods, rich in protein, fats and calcium have higher nesting success rates. So, keep your birds happy and healthy with our Wild Birds Unlimited Nesting SuperBlend®️. It's specifically formulated to provide all the protein, fat and calcium nesting birds need. And keep in mind that many birds including bluebirds, goldfinches, cardinals and robins nest well into late-summer. So Nesting SuperBlend provides important nutritional benefits all summer long.
For a limited time, DSC members will receive a FREE Nesting SuperBlend Cylinder with the purchase of a Nesting SuperBlend Bag of seed.

Since our delivery times may take longer than usual this week, We wanted to offer you a little something!
Whether you're short on time or just want the convenience of having your birds' favorite foods and feeders ready to pickup, we've got you covered! For a limited time, save 10% off when you order online and choose curbside or in-store pickup. Just follow these steps:

Order online at mywbu.com/oakdale or mywbu.com/eastsetauket
👉 Use promo code PICKUP10 to receive 10% off your order
✉️ You'll receive a confirmation via email when your order is ready to pick up.
🚗 Drive to the store and follow the curbside instructions or head inside to pick up your order.

Hurry though! This offer is only good on orders placed June 23rd thru July 4th

Loving Local at Wild Birds Unlimited is our version of supporting local craftsmen and artisans. Stop in our shop and help support another's dream. Marvel over their talents & craftsmanship. Maybe pick up a little something for you or someone special.

Available exclusively at Wild Birds Unlimited, SuperSuet™ is loaded with our highest level of protein and fat to support the birds' nutritional needs and give them the boost of energy they need to make it through the day. It's a high-fat, high-calorie food that's a favorite of many insect-eating birds, including woodpeckers, chickadees and nuthatches.

Featured Bird: Downy Woodpecker
WBU Food: SuperSuet® Cake
Feeder: EcoTough® Tail Prop Suet Feeder

Please note we have a few adjustments to our store hours. Most days will remain unchanged. Online ordering is always open! mywbu.com/oakdale or mywbu.com/eastsetauket

One of the most important things you can do to care for your birds is to keep your feeders clean. We suggest cleaning them every few weeks or more frequently as needed. This also helps to attract more birds, which is always fun! Explore proper feeder cleaning techniques here: https://www.wbu.com/bird-feeder-care-cleaning/

As a member of our Daily Savings Club®, for your annual membership fee you receive:
15% OFF regular prices of all bird food every day.
Additional 5% OFF bird food sales prices.
$10 Bird Buck coupon for every $200 purchased throughout the store.
Exclusive members-only promotions.
FREE gift at signup and renewal!
Sign up on our website or next time you shop in-store and start saving now!

As they say… Start your engines! Brooke, Trisha & Molly are at the starting line of our annual conference & trade show!
Just a friendly reminder our stores will be closed Tomorrow- Wednesday June 26th. Online ordering is available! We are super excited to share what we’ll learn this week with everyone!

More than 100 North American bird species supplement their natural diets with bird seed, suet, fruit and nectar obtained from backyard feeders. Access to abundant and healthy food supplies is important to birds - regardless of the season. Shop either of our locations to find everything you need to keep your feeding stations at the ready and enjoy the show as a wide variety of birds stop by!

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It's the first day of summer! Time to stop by your local Wild Birds Unlimited store for the most seasonally savvy foods to feed your feathered friends! Enjoy the sun, the beautiful weather, and most importantly, your backyard birds!

Featured Bird: Hooded Oriole
Feeder: Oriole Feeder with Nectar

We are thrilled to host Daytime Emmy Winner and New York Times best-selling author, Christian Cooper, next week at the Indianapolis Museum of Art (Newfields) in light of WBU’s annual Enterprise Leadership Conference. Christian has served as president of the Harvard Ornithological Club and currently serving as vice president of New York City Audubon. We look forward to Christian sharing his passion for birding and commitment to promoting safe, accessible green spaces, especially for youth in underserved communities. Learn more here: https://discovernewfields.org/calendar/christian-cooper

Wild Birds Unlimited is honored to be mentioned as a top franchise for culture by Franchise Business Review ⭐

Pollinators help to sustain a healthy environment that supports wildlife and us, too. We can help pollinators survive and flourish by supporting the creation of a pollinator friendly environment in our yards. 🌷🌳 Landscaping with native flowering plants is the best way to supply pollinators with nectar, pollen, and homes. In-turn, the native pollinating insects make a great food resource for the birds around your home.

Happy National Pollinator Week! This week we celebrate all the tiny heroes - birds, bats and insects - that play a crucial role in our ecosystem! You can help these animals thrive by planting pollinator-friendly gardens, reducing pesticide use, or by supporting local conservation efforts. Every action counts in protecting these vital species!

Featured Pollinator: Monarch Butterfly

Oh, the wisdom of dads! From showing where to find food to how to pick the best seeds and insects, they make the early days away from the nest a little easier. Sorry for the confusion, those are just bird fathers. Our dads are great, too! Happy Father's Day!

Bird dads come in all shapes and sizes, but it's their role in raising their offspring that really sets them apart. From Downy Woodpeckers' dedication to hummingbirds' complete absence in raising their family, bird fathers' roles vary greatly. Look for these and other seasonal behaviors as more and more fledglings show up (with or without their fathers) in your backyard.

Featured Birds: Chestnut-backed Chickadees