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A New Wildlife Refuge Pass: Fellow Birders, Help Us Help You

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Progress has been slower than we would like, but definitely not slower than we anticipated. Rather than promote a second stamp, we’ve created a brand new alternative that stands on its own. As with anything new and in contrast to the existing model, it takes time to plant the seeds of change. Here’s What’s New.

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The Jewel Hunter: A Book Review About One Birder’s Quest for Pittas and Beer

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So little is known about Green-breasted Pitta, that he cannot get a definite location for the bird, or a recording of its display call. (He Each chapter of The Jewel Hunter reads like a mini-travel novel. If you want to travel the world birding and drinking beer, The Jewel Hunter is a must-buy. And mosquitos. And leeches.

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The Famous Grouse: Smoky Black Blended Scotch Whisky

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An excellent whisky selection for any Burns Supper is the The Famous Grouse, which is not only the best-selling brand of whisky in Scotland but also features the best-known bird in the world of whisky. As a brand name, “The Famous Grouse” makes for a rather boastful claim – particularly with that obligatory definite article.

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