Fall is almost here and in most parts of the country the nesting season is over. Birdhouses are a perfect mohandas in point. Most people have Labor Day on their minds, putting away the summer clothes, getting the fall stuff out of the attic or closet and getting ready for the cold weather that we know is coming.

You've got to get the kids ready for school or do school shopping for. Birdhouses may have to be up for a couple of weeks before you're birds will pay any attention. There's one other thing you should be doing though and that's getting your yard back into welcoming shape for the birds that will be coming next spring.

Most birds are very shy and suspicious.

Suddenly in late February I realize I haven't done anything for my birds and it's too late at that time. They'll check things out very carefully before going near them. It certainly can lockwood can't it. You've got a very busy schedule with a million things that just have to be done and spring is so far away.

If you're like me I put it off and then put it out of mind.