I love to give a gift to a child that will get them moving and playing outside. I look for toys that can handle the wear and tear of my 3 kids ages 4, 8 and 10. They play hard and I expect their toys to be durable. Being a ... Read More
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Nov2015
11
Mar2015
If you’re planning any spring landscaping or yard projects don’t forget the birds! You can transform your yard into a beautiful and bird friendly environment with a few simple steps.
Most of the songbirds that frequent our feeders also rely upon trees, shrubs, flowers and grasses to provide food, shelter and ... Read More
15
Feb2015
A Landlord's Guide to Getting Started
By Treasa Runzi
Bluebirds are native to the North American landscape. The last couple of centuries, their natural habitat has dwindled due to increases of urban, agricultural, and industrial developments. The introduction of non-native species, like house sparrows and the European starling, has led to an ... Read More
20
Nov2014
Find solace and splendor in nature by watching birds feed at your backyard wild bird feeding station. Here are our expert bird feeding tips for attracting birds to your backyard:
1. Provide a variety of feeders
The most universally eaten birdseed at a backyard bird feeder is black oil sunflower seed. Provide ... Read More
15
Feb2014
NWNS Testing Labs- Build and Testing the Thames and Kosmos Wind Power Kit Built by Kids!
There has been a lot of testing of toys behind the scenes here at the Northwest Nature Shop. We are often asked about products, and feel that the best way to answer questions is to know ... Read More
05
Feb2014
The Northwest Nature Shop offers beautiful sculptures carved from recycled oil drums made by artists in Haiti with 100% of the profits going directly to victims of the earthquake. In Haiti the traditional art of converting oil drums into wall sculptures shows the talent, creativity and resourcefulness in the face ... Read More