SriCity Nature Society

Tip1 You need a to partner with guide for your area. Take a bird book with you. Tip 2 You need a binocular to see the birds. The best birders have powerful binoculars - even though they can identify a bird 100 yards away by its silhouette. Tip 3 You need to know what to expect in your area. Tip 4 You need to be able to find the birds. To do this, you should learn about the habitat each species of bird prefers. Tip 5 Join a group of other birders. Birders are very friendly and helpful. They are always willing to share their knowledge. We were all beginners once. Bird Watching Practices A bird-watcher and his or her binoculars are practically a cliche. But that's true for a reason. There are few things better suited for this hobby in which participants are trying to get a close look at a subject that tends to be elusive and hard to approach. Binoculars come in a range of sizes, styles and levels of quality. Because they are so important, it's best to purch...

Surviving in the city means that you can feel like you are stuck in a concrete jungle far away from nature and wilderness. But actually many cities have natural getaways or places you can enjoy without having to go too far from home. These hiddhideaways offer leisure chances that will take you far away from the sounds, smells and sights of the city - but are within a short driving distance. Learn about some of our favorite urban escapes for recreation and how to discover your own. Plan a day trip If you plan to get away for a day, your destination should not be within 1 or 2 hours drive. A little research can help minimize travel and hassles while take full advantage of time for fun. Pack a lunch so you don't have to leave your wild spot. How often do you get to picnic outdoors?  Your pet may enjoy the escape too but check park rules ahead of time to be sure your pet is is allowed inside.  Bring binoculars to help you further appreciate views and spot wildlife....

A walk in nature can offer you the small amount of nature you need to refresh your spirit. See nature walks as a time for reflection or a unplanned step to learn more about wildlife, all in all make the most of your stroll into wilderness. Walk your way to Sanity Does a frenzied life leave you unfocused or restless? Nature walks are a amazing way to soothe your mind and release the stress. The best way to revel in nature walks is to take your own time. An best pace lets you appreciate nature’s serenity and delicate gifts besides getting a workout. Walking in the woods can truly increase your  capacity to focus and concentrate. Tips to turn out the Noise Listen closely to birds and insects, the wind moving past different leaves, and the sounds of earth underfoot. Go alone or remain silent. Talking makes it difficult to tune in to nature.  Draw all your senses to one thing – a tree, a flower, a rock. Pay attention to how it looks, smells and feels.  Teachin...

The idea is to turn foolery on its head. Instead of sharing photos and images about April Fools day on social networking sites. Let's plant trees and send in your image along with your beautiful contribution to Mother Earth at contact@sricitynaturesociety.org . We will be glad to publish them on our Facebook Page. You don't have to be in SriCity to take part in this ‘April Cool Month’ Event. Here’s how trees make a difference: Trees improve air quality by creating oxygen. They also collect carbon, balancing harmful byproducts of fossil-fuel burning. They minimize the effects of sun and wind, and they clean the air by catching dust, pollen and other impurities. Planted in the right places around buildings, trees can considerably reduce air-conditioning costs.  Trees increase property value. Trees generate jobs and contribute raw materials for buildings, newspapers, books, etc. They are renewable, biodegradable and recyclable. They offer shelter and food for wildl...

Break away from corporate life and treat the nature lover in you by spending your weekend amidst beautiful scenery, bird watching, and indulging yourself in the natural beauty around you. SriCity Nature Society is organising a BirdCount Program for anyone who is interested in preservation and conservation of nature in and around SriCity. Imagine a beautiful location with lush green fields, distant mountains, chirping birds and a large lake. Bird Watching Tips Bird Watching is best done without rushing. Take some time out by walking around slowly and you might be lucky to see the skulking and quiet ones too…  Relax in the nature around you and listen for birds chirping. These are as valuable as images taken, never ignore unfamiliar sounds too.  Birds that you know and have already seen before are easy to record. Pay attention and look carefully for the not so obvious species.  Bird calls are mostly how you find the rarest of the rare. Crested Shrike are often f...