Bucks County Audubon Society visits Grundy Library

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Birds of a feather flock together! Birders of Bristol learned the essentials of winter bird feeding when Grundy Library hosted the Bucks County Audubon Society, including birdhouses 101, what type of bird food is best, bird watching basics, and ideal garden placement for birdfeeders and bird baths as the colder months approach.

Looking to restock your bird seed supply? Visit the Bucks County Audubon Society’s 24/7 Bird Seed Shed at 2877 Creamery Road in New Hope, PA to purchase various bird seed, suet, and more! More details can be found here.

And for easy DIY bird-friendly holiday decorations, look no further than this Homemade Suet recipe, courtesy of the Bucks County Audubon Society!

Homemade Suet Recipe (Vegetarian)

Materials: 

• 1 1/2 cups shortening (Crisco) 

• 3/4 cups nut butter (any kind) 

• 3 1/2 cups wild bird seed 

• 1 cup quick oats 

• 1/2 cup corn meal 

• Ice cube tray, muffin tin or other mold type 

Steps: 

1. Mix the dry ingredients of bird seed, oats, and corn meal together and set aside. 

2. Combine the shortening and nut butter in a separate bowl and melt. Stir until completely combined. 

3. Pour the melted mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until combined. 

4. Spoon mixture into the ice cube tray.  

5. Freeze for one to two hours and place in your suet feeder! 

Note: This recipe is from Audubon.org. Not recommended for outdoor temperatures above 50 degrees .