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“Max!” they shouted with joy.
“Are you staying with us all winter?”
“Yes,” said Max. “Me and My Flock!”
Everyone looked at Irene, hoping she would say something. But all she could say was “Welcome Home!”

–Duck at the Door by Jackie Urbanovic

Some information about wild birds and winter:

• Bird Feeding Tips (MN DNR)
• Winter Survival (Drs Foster and Smith)
• Winter Birds Myths and Facts (Birds and Blooms)
• The Wildlife Rehabilitation Center of MN