Happy Independence Day! (Bald Eagle photo by Paul Konrad)

The staff at The Birding Wire wants to wish you a wonderful holiday weekend as we approach the 4th of July, and we hope birds add to your enjoyment of this extended summer holiday! At this half-way point in the year we will be taking a short summer break, but you can expect your next issue the morning of Wednesday July 16th. We thank all of you for your interest and support, and we look forward to sharing a variety of birds and birding topics with you throughout the year.

We value everyone’s interest in The Birding Wire, and hope you will take a moment to share a Free subscription with others who would enjoy the information each week – consider it an opportunity to suggest a subscription to people in your life who enjoy birds and birding. Stay happy, healthy, and safe, and enjoy all the birding activities in which you engage, in your yard and in the field. It’s a wonderful time of the year to enjoy the great outdoors. Happy Holiday Wishes!