Links

The Internet makes it almost too easy to find links on almost any subject - the problem is, how do you know if those links are worth your time and effort?

This site will only provide links to sites that I have visited, myself. I can't guarantee that the site will be exactly what you're looking for, but at least I can tell you that it is worth looking at.

I provide a quick outline of each link, including some of the sites that you can reach through it. Because I research these links before I suggest them, there are fewer links on this site than you might be used to. Hopefully, I have done some of the grunt work for you.

FEATURE SITES for MAY 2002

Caring for Injured and Orphan Birds

(READ THE NOTES BEFORE CLICKING ON THE LINK!!!)

www.jsd.claremont.edu

This site provides basic information on caring for injured and orphaned birds. Although it is based in the southwestern United States, the methods suggested are still valid. NOTE: For some reason I can't make the link to the actual page work. SO.........follow these instructions:

1) Click on the Link given above

2) Choose "Faculty"

3) Choose "Guthrie" (the name of a Professor!)

4) Choose "Audubon Society"

5) Choose "Bird Rescue"

Sorry for all the fooling around. I'll look for a better link.

Build a Birdhouse

www.birdcentral.com/links_house_and_feeder_plans_page.html

This site offers easy to follow instructions on selection, construction and maintenance of birdhouses suited to Newfoundland conditions. It describes functional as well as decorative birdhouse construction.

NOTE: Birdcentral is also a commercial site. We do not endorse this site, but it might be of interest to you.

Birding in Canada

  www.web-nat.com/bic/

This is a premium site for birdwatchers interested in Canadian birds. You can link to all sorts of other good sites, get late-breaking rare bird news for all parts of Canada, read reviews of optics, books, and much more. A weekly visit to this site is a good idea - stay in touch!

Newfoundland Birding Newsgroup

nf.birds

This is THE best newsgroup on the planet for information on Newfoundland birds. It is updated regularly from all over the province. You can find out what's being seen, post your own sightings, ask questions, get answers, and generally learn an awful lot with one click of your mouse. ESSENTIAL STUFF for Newfoundland birding.

John Maunder's Natural History Site 

home.thezone.net/~jmaunder/links.htm

Pssst!! Wanna great "links" site? If you're into natural history, this is it! John Maunder is the curator of natural history at the Newfoundland Museum. This site is his creation. It provides an awesome assortment of links. In fact, I expect that ALL the links I am providing on this page are ALSO on John's page.

Newfoundland and Labrador Natural History Society

web.cs.mun.ca/~nhs/

This is a modest little site, but it is very worth visiting. It posts the outdoor and indoor programs of the Newfoundland and Labrador Natural History Society, as well as information on Christmas Bird Counts in Newfoundland and Labrador. It also has a printable version of the most recent provincial bird checklist.

Canadian Nature Federation

www.cnf.ca

The Canadian Nature Federation is Canada's voice for nature. This cross-Canada federation of naturalist's clubs represents thousands of Canadians. It is a Canadian co-partner (with Bird Studies Canada) in BirdLife International. Visit the CNF site to find out about their programs and activities directed towards birds and birding.

BirdLife International

www.birdlife.net

BirdLife International is a sprawling network of birding organizations that stretches around the globe. This is the outfit that has taken on the momentous task of producing the "Handbook of Birds of the World" - a massive undertaking that will take many years to complete. Their work is vital. You should visit their site to learn about some of the major issues facing the world's birds - and what is and can be done to help.

Bird Studies Canada

www.bsc-eoc.org

Bird Studies Canada is a national organization that is primarily involved in gathering scientific information about birds. Their work includes "citizen science" programs such as "Loon Watch" and "Project FeederWatch". The co-ordinate the Christmas Bird Count program in Canada, and have numerous other programs operating. They are co-partners with Canadian Nature Federation as Canadian partners with BirdLife International.

The Canadian Wildlife Service

www.cws-scf.ec.gc.ca/

The Canadian Wildlife Service of Environment Canada ("CWS") is responsible for the protection of migratory birds in Canada. They conduct research and education programs, work to protect bird habitat including the marine environment , and monitor annual hunting activities.

 Birdingpal

www.birdingpal.com

Planning to go birding? Anywhere ? Visit "Birdingpal". This site was set up to assist birders traveling throughout the world. Birders from many countries have signed up to assist visitors with their birding plans. It's an excellent way to find a good contact in a place that you have never been.

Better View Desired

www.betterviewdesired.com

This site provides up-to-date reviews of optical equipment, good articles on optics generally, and is a great place to find out about the latest developments in recreational optics.

The Telegram

www.thetelegram.com

The Telegram is Newfoundland's only province-wide daily paper. Apart from that, it carries my column, "Winging It", on Saturdays. The column is directed towards people with a general interest in birds and birding.

White, Ottenheimer & Baker

www.wob.nf.ca