In today’s world of instant gratification, we’re used to shopping from behind our screens to get anything we want. But what we sacrifice for convenience is something we can’t get from the Amazons of the world: connection.
Chirp Nature Center knows building these connections is what strengthens our communities—and changes our world. That’s why as a Chirp customer, you’re joining like-minded nature lovers, supporting bird and wildlife conservation efforts, and working towards building a sustainable future—all while shopping premium, local wild bird food and supplies.
Why else can you feel good about joining our flock? Here are 10 reasons why our customers love the Chirp experience:
1. Carefully Curated Wild Bird Supplies
As wild bird enthusiasts, Chirp proudly sources the highest-quality wild bird food and supplies. Come by our store and browse the largest bird feeder selection in Southern California; choosing from all different types of feeders, based on the birds you want to attract and your bird feeding needs.
In fact, when it comes to finding the best wild bird supplies, we’ve done the research for you! Each of our products has been hand selected from birders like us for birders like you. We know exactly what works well, whether you’re new to the game or an avid birder.
2. Sustainable, Eco-Friendly Products
You can feel good buying Chirp products. Why? Because we practice sustainable retail at Chirp. We buy local, whenever possible, to support our community. We offer bird- and wildlife-safe products at responsible prices. Our products support our local birds and wildlife. And a portion of each purchase at Chirp goes towards supporting nature advocacy organizations, both local and national. It’s all part of our core values: to connect people through nature and practice responsible stewardship for the earth.
Read about our four core values in the Chirp Sustainability Credo.
3. Award-Winning Shopping
When you step into the Chirp Nature Center, get ready to enjoy an award-winning retail experience. Named locally as the Best of Big Bear, and nationally as the Best Small Wild Bird Retailer at the 2022 Wild Bird Expo, Chirp is consistently recognized for supplying a superior retail experience. Chirp offers a unique assortment of wild bird food and bird feeders, guides, and nature-themed gifts – visit us in person (or take a virtual tour) and see for yourself.
4. Convenient In-Store and Online Options
Just because we’re a small retailer, doesn’t mean we don’t offer convenient shopping options. Along with visiting our brick and mortar in Big Bear Lake, you can also sign up for a convenient online bird seed subscription, or an online bird-friendly coffee subscription, and get quality nature-supporting products delivered to your front door.
5. A Real Business by Real People
Unlike larger retailers who don’t know their customers, we mingle with you every day! That’s why we treat our customers like our friends (because most are), and why the quality of our customer service is so important. This value informs everything from Chirp’s flexible return policy to our responsive service: you can reach us by phone, email, social, and, of course, in person. And we’re open every day except Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Want to get to know us better? Meet the Chirp flock!
6. A Local Big Bear Lake Business
Why buy local? Because when you do, you support the Big Bear Lake community, and the environment as a whole. Shopping at local stores like Chirp puts money back into local communities. It also creates a much smaller footprint than buying from larger retailers, who expend more carbon emissions trekking their wares across the country. Plus, when you buy local, you build better relationships with your neighbors and get to enjoy healthier products.
7. Tons of Free Wild Bird Resources
Whether you’re an avid birder or just starting out with your first backyard bird feeder, there’s so much more to learn! That’s why Chirp has tons of free resources for you.
Sign up for our monthly emails to learn the latest on seasonal bird feeding and watching. Read the Chirp blog, which answers common bird feeding questions and offers actionable solutions for wild bird and wildlife conservation. And check out the Chirp YouTube channel, where we take you step by step through how-to videos, and guide you through recorded bird walks, among other things.
8. Quality Seed = More Birds, Less Mess
Wonder why some seed mixes are so cheap? It’s because they are full of cheap filler grains like milo and barley, which ends up in a mess under your feeder. No wonder Benjamin Franklin said: “The bitterness of poor quality remains long after the sweetness of low price is forgotten.” Instead, quality bird mixes mean a bit more money, but more birds at your feeders and much less mess under them.
The most foolproof way to attract more—and more types—of birds to your feeders is to offer high-quality bird food. Chirp sells nothing but the best, including seed mixes with bird favorites like black-oil sunflower seeds, peanuts, and Nyjer seeds.
Sign up for a Chirp seed subscription today and get it delivered right to your door!
9. The Health Benefits of Birding
The science is clear: spending time outside in nature is great for your physical and mental health. That’s why bird feeding and bird watching have become so popular in recent years. Spending time in nature reduces unpleasant emotions like anger and fear, and has even been known to decrease symptoms associated with serious diseases like Alzheimer’s.
Young and old are benefiting from the calming, centering effects of this stress-relieving hobby. In fact, recent research shows a strong link between bird watching and feelings of happiness and contentment. And getting our kids out in nature is shown to improve their communication skills, reduce symptoms of conditions like ADHD, and strengthen their compassion for other people and the environment.
10. Connect with Other Nature Lovers
If you love birds and nature, you’ve found your flock! Join Chirp’s community of nature lovers at our seasonal Bird Walks, which are fun and family friendly. We get to mingle with like-minded people, and share our love for birds and wildlife in one of the best birding hotspots in the world.
Nature walks not really your scene? You can still meet new nature-loving friends at Chirp’s Backyard Event Center, where we offer many other reasons to gather with the flock, including compelling presentations, complimentary bird-friendly coffee, and conversation.
Don’t Take Our Chirp for It
We’d love to have you join the Chirp flock! But we know that it takes more than hearing from us how happy our customers are. Instead, read what they have to stay about us on Google and Yelp!
