Pro Bird Feeder began simply because Courtney Garrett wanted to make the most of her mornings spent watching birds in her backyard. Over time, those quiet moments turned into a bit of an obsession: figuring out what different birds prefer to eat during each season, how their feeding habits shift as the weather changes, and how to create a welcoming spot year-round. This site is a reflection of that journey—a place built from real experience, trial and error, and a genuine love for the small winged visitors who brighten up every part of the year.
We share seasonal bird feeding guides because feeding birds isn’t a one-size-fits-all kind of thing. What’s good for a chickadee in the dead of winter isn’t necessarily the same snack a hummingbird needs in early spring, and that’s okay. Over the years, Courtney noticed that many feeding suggestions out there either glossed over those seasonal differences or didn’t quite match what she saw in her own backyard. So, the guides here are grounded in what actually works through the seasons — what attracts certain birds, what helps them thrive when food gets scarce, and how small changes can make a big difference.
This isn’t about flashy promises or complicated advice; it’s about sharing straightforward, honest information from someone who’s spent countless hours outside, observing and learning alongside the birds. Whether you’re just starting out or have been feeding birds for years, these guides are meant to help you enjoy the rhythms of the seasons while giving the birds a reliable source of nourishment. Pro Bird Feeder exists because those moments of connection—watching a bird choose a particular seed in chilly weather or seeing a family of finches return each spring—are worth putting a bit of care into. Courtney hopes that by sharing what she’s learned, others will find the same simple joy in feeding birds throughout the year.