Wild Birds Unlimited

10/14/2026

I had the sweetest visitor at my fountain yesterday—a Tennessee Warbler! She appears to be a female and spent quite a while enjoying a nice, long bath on the bubbler. A Cardinal tried to interrupt her spa time, but this little warbler was NOT in the mood to share!

As we move through October, we’re still feeling the heat, so please remember to keep your bird baths full and fresh. Our backyard birds are counting on us to provide a reliable source of water, especially during these warm fall days.

Tennessee Warblers are long-distance migrants whose diets consist primarily of insects. Like many of our migrating warblers, they may not visit our feeders, but they’ll readily stop by a bird bath for a refreshing drink or a quick dip!

So, if you haven't checked your bird bath today, now's a great time! You never know who might stop by for a little drink and a bath!

10/14/2026

Shorter days mean busy backyards!

While we’re settling into a cozy new season, birds are busy preparing for winter. Your backyard can play an important role in their success! Keep feeders filled with high-quality seed blends and energy-rich foods so birds can build the fat reserves they need for the colder months.

Now’s the perfect time to relax, get cozy, and enjoy the activity outside your window. Stop by Wild Birds Unlimited for expert advice and all your seasonal bird-feeding essentials!

🛒: mywbu.com/woodstock

Featured Bird: Mountain Chickadee
Featured Feeder: EcoTough® Classic Feeder (Green)

(The bird shown is representative of the many North American birds looking for reliable food sources. Let us know which birds you are seeing.)

10/12/2026

We would love for you to join us for our "All About Bats" presentation this coming SATURDAY, the 17th, at 2:00p.m.

Did you know bats are important pollinators and provide natural pest control by eating insects? These fascinating creatures are often misunderstood, and there's so much to learn about them!

Our speaker, Rose Guerra, will share some amazing bat facts and show us how we can make our yards and gardens more bat-friendly. 🌿🦇

Location:
Wild Birds Unlimited in Woodstock
1025 Rose Creek Dr., Ste 760
(770) 928-3014.

We bring people and nature together through the amazing hobby of backyard bird feeding!
The best way to attract a variety of birds is by providing food, shelter, water, and a place to raise their young! We carry all supplies necessary!

10/11/2026

🐦 Did you know some of our birds like to Cache & Stash? 🌻🥜

Chickadees, titmice, Blue Jays and nuthatches are expert little stashers! They collect and hide seeds and nuts now to enjoy later in the winter when food can be harder to find.

By offering seeds and peanuts in your backyard, you're helping these busy birds stock up for the colder months ahead! 🍂

Of course, those of us who feed birds year-round plan to keep our feeders full, but the birds don't know that! 😉 Caching is a natural instinct, and these clever birds are wired to prepare for leaner times.

Keep those feeders filled and let the caching begin! 🐦❤️

10/10/2026

October 10 is October Big Day, a 24-hour opportunity to celebrate birds near and far. Observations from bird enthusiasts around the world help scientists better understand global bird populations. Click here to learn more: https://ebird.org/octoberbigday

10/10/2026

Today is World Mental Health Day! Did you know that nature and birds have a positive effect on your mental and physical wellbeing? Feeding the birds in your yard may help to:

1️⃣Lower blood pressure
2️⃣Reduce anxiety
3️⃣Relieve stress
4️⃣Boost the immune system
5️⃣Strengthen the vascular system
6️⃣Boost mood

The White-breasted Nuthatch shown is an example of North American bird sure to bring a smile. Which birds in your yard always boost your mood? Share in the comments.

10/09/2026

🌧️ What does Isaias have in store for us tonight and tomorrow? 🐦

The forecast isn’t looking great, but we plan to be open during our normal hours tomorrow. If the weather gets severe enough, we may need to close early. If you’re planning a trip to the store, please check here for updates or give us a call at (770) 928-3014 before heading out.

🌻 Remember our online store is always open! If you want to take advantage of our seed sale, you can shop from the comfort of home. At checkout, choose in-store pickup, curbside pickup, or delivery. https://order.wbu.com/woodstock

Stay safe this weekend and keep an eye on your backyard birds! ❤️ You never know what the winds might blow in. Maybe an unusual visitor will decide to ride out the storm in your backyard! 🐦🌳

**It's hard to beat a beautiful Cardinal on a dreary day! He's even cuter with his mouth full!!

10/08/2026

Ever wonder what it really takes to bring owls to your yard? Brian is joined by Jim Carpenter, Founder, President and CEO of Wild Birds Unlimited, who's hosted nesting owls for nearly 30 years, to explain why habitat matters more than a nest box. They cover the diet and behavior of owls, plus how native trees, water, brush piles, and skipping rodenticides can make any yard owl-friendly. Learn to recognize their calls and live alongside these remarkable backyard predators.

Listen here: woodstock.wbu.com/nature-centered-onewbu
Featured Bird: Great Horned Owl

10/08/2026

🌧️ Rainy weekend ahead! 🌧️

Just a reminder that our SEED SALE is still going on through Monday, October 12th! 🐦🌻

If you want to beat the rain, come see us today or tomorrow and enjoy the savings!

🌻 All bags of seed are 15% OFF
⭐ DSC Members get an additional 5% OFF!

And the birds are loving it! Yesterday I had a couple of Rose-breasted Grosbeaks enjoying both Cardinal Confetti and our No-Mess blend. ❤️🐦

Come stock up before the rain—and before the sale ends Monday!

10/06/2026

Many backyard birds are clever food hiders, or “cachers,” storing seeds, nuts and even insects in tree crevices, under bark or in the ground to eat later! 🌳🥜 These smart birds use landmarks, the sun and even each other to keep track of their stashes, helping them survive tough winters and busy seasons. ❄️☀️ Watching them work is like seeing a tiny treasure hunt happen in your backyard! 🔍✨

09/29/2026

The windows in our homes and offices can be hazardous for birds. Birds cannot readily distinguish the presence of a pane of transparent glass from an unobstructed space or passageway and often fly into window panes causing injury or death. Click here to learn more: www.wbu.com/window-strikes

09/23/2026

09/22/2026

In the Northern Hemisphere, the First Day of Autumn is Tuesday, September 22. That's when the length of day and night are almost the same. Be sure your feeders are ready for some hungry birds that are either preparing or recharging for the longer nights.

The Blue Jay shown is an example of a North American bird working hard to find the additional calories needed to make it through autumn's longer hours of darkness. Which birds are visiting your backyard this season? Share in the comments.

09/21/2026

What kind of corvids do you have in your yard? Are you seeing crows, jays, or maybe even ravens?

If you haven't listened to the most recent episode of the Podcast, tune in today! You won't want to miss this very interesting topic! Listen here: https://www.wbu.com/podcast/episode-113-jays-crows-other-corvids/

09/16/2026

Kathy and John Haigh have recently purchased the WBU store in Spokane, WA! John and Kathy also own the WBU stores in Billings and Bozeman, MT. We’re so excited to see their WBU journey continue to grow and can’t wait to see all the wonderful things they’ll bring to the Spokane community!
To learn more about how you can own your own WBU store, please visit us at https://franchise.wbu.com. To find a local WBU store near you, please visit https://www.wbu.com.

09/13/2026

It's National Peanut Day! 🥜 To celebrate, let's fill up our peanut feeders for our friends that love peanuts like Jays, Nuthatches, Titmice, Woodpeckers, Chickadees, and...love them or hate them...squirrels!

Featured Bird: Downy Woodpecker
Feeder and WBU Food: EcoClean Peanut Feeder with Peanuts, Out of the Shell

09/10/2026

What if jays or crows could save your life, help replant forests after fires, or learn to communicate with you? Brian is joined by WBU store owners Kurtis Huston of Kamloops, BC and Laura Fleming of Medford, OR to explore the fascinating world of jays, crows and other corvids. Discover just how intelligent these birds can be, the surprising ways they interact with people, and the important roles they play in the natural world. Plus, learn how to attract or deter them. Listen here: https://www.wbu.com/podcast/episode-113-jays-crows-other-corvids/

09/07/2026

This Labor Day, take a moment to rest, recharge, and listen to the birds. You work hard—you’ve earned a little R&R. Here’s to long weekends, lazy mornings, and soaking up the simple things. 😌

The Red-headed Woodpecker shown is a beautiful sight at feeders across many regions of the US. Let us know which birds are stopping by your feeders this holiday weekend. Share in the comments.