Nature Happenings

Project FeederWatch continues, feederwatch.org
Now through late March is a difficult time for birds; providing food and an open source of water is important.
See Bald Eagles congregate along the Mississippi River now through February.
White-tailed Deer bucks are shedding their antlers.
Listen for Great Horned Owls' "hoot" as they pair up for mating season.
Great Horned Owls are building and/or refurbishing their nests. They will begin sitting on their eggs in late January or early February.
Late in the month, as days lengthen, Tufted Titmice and cardinals begin to sing.
Look for Hairy and Downy Woodpeckers at suet feeders and in trees.
Aldo Leopold's (Father of Wildlife Conservation) birthday Jan. 11
Quadrantid Meteor Shower early in the month. See up to 60 falling meteors per hour!