3 Ways to Have a Happier 2021!

Build an outdoor kitchen!

Online pricing. In town availability. Many of us spend our work days inside, under florescent lighting and staring at a computer screen. But did you know that being outside makes us happier, less stressed, more creative, and more socially connected? Below, we have listed 3 recommendations for creating an outdoor space that you’re sure to […]

Winter Wild Bird Care

Winter birds are still here and covering feeders.  Make sure to keep your bird feeders clean as Salmonellosis and Avian conjunctivitis (finch eye disease) are among us…..

Featured Contractor – RTL

A note from one of our Approved Contractors at Across The Pond Ragland Topsoil & LandscapingOwner: Adam Ragland. Ragland Topsoil and Landscaping LLC was started in 2003 with some rakes, shovels and a small dump truck that was running about half the time.  Looking back on how we started this dream and to where it […]

Birding in January

January is a great month to do bird related activities.  From beginners to experts, there’s much to look for.  Wintering sparrows (Fox Sparrow, White-crowned Sparrow, White-throated Sparrow, and Dark-eyed Juncos) can all be found on platform or ground feeders, along with our year-round Field, Song, and Chipping Sparrows.  Savannah Sparrows are an extremely common field […]

Koi2Kichi by Peter Waddington

Koi2Kichi by Peter Waddington

Also known as the “Godfather of Koi Keeping, Peter Waddington wrote what most koi keepers consider THE Guide to keeping Koi. Sadly, Peter passed away October 9, 2020. Peter (Koi Kichi) Waddington was one of the first to bring in high quality koi to the UK. His koi took the top awards at BKKS National […]

THINK OUTSIDE

Think Outside Blog

There is no doubt that 2020 has been the most unusual and alarming year that most of us have ever experienced. We have fallen into this new reality that consists of wearing masks in public, avoiding crowded places and a long list of things we can’t do. That’s why it’s important to take a moment […]

Updated – Holiday Store Hours

Holiday Store Hours

Christmas Eve, 8 am – 3 pmChristmas Day, CLOSED[Updated] Saturday, December 26th, 10 am – 3 pmSunday, December 27th, ClosedNew Year’s Eve, 8 am – 3 pmNew Year’s Day, CLOSEDSaturday, January 2nd, 10 am – 3 pmSunday, January 3rd, CLOSED Madison Store Hours Christmas Eve, 8 am – 3 pmChristmas Day, CLOSEDSaturday, December 26th, CLOSED[The boss […]

Wild Alabama

Wild Alabama

A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush?  Perhaps, but what many people don’t realize is that any time during the day you could have many birds in the bushes, or trees, that you may not even notice.  One of the many bird and other wildlife related issues of rapid growing cities […]

5 Amazing Gifts for Your Outdoor Enthusiast

We all have that special person in our lives who loves the outdoors, whether it be kayaking, gardening, hiking, bird watching or the countless other outdoor activities available today. With social distancing in place, many of us have become even more connected to the peace and solitude of nature. Here are 5 gift ideas that […]

Matecumbe Recipe

Ingredients: Fresh Fish Fresh tomatoes diced small or canned drained Green onions Garlic Capers Fresh basil Olive oil Lemon Juice Instructions: Mix all together and let rest for around 15 – 30 minutes Top fish with mix and grill until fish is flaked