I was having trouble with a couple of robins. They decided that my car would make a great place for their nest. After a bit of research I learned that I could put up a nesting box for them and they would use it and stop pooping all over my car. This is how I ended up at the Urban Nature Store in Markham. They have lots of products. Bird feeders, houses, a large variety of seeds and a bunch of pretty nature things for decoration and gifts. I bought my nesting box, brought it home and put it up. That's another story but I do now know where the saying "bird brain" comes from. I did want to talk about the lovely man working at the store. I can't remember his name, if I ever knew it. He is just delightful. Knowledgeable and interesting. I've always wanted to feed the birds but had a fear of attracting mice and even rats. I now know that there are a lot of options available in seeds, feeders and accessaries. You can discourage and totally stop the problem. I really enjoyed talking with him and will be visiting again soon. A comfortable, pretty, well stocked store with...
Read moreThis is an awesome location of the Urban Nature Store. Fast and friendly service, nice selection of gift ideas and everything you could ever need for the bird lover! Love the rewards program, be sure to sign up , it's free. If you are looking for a nice shopping spot, this is the location to visit, it's right beside Kate's Garden and the 2 stores work well together, one stop shopping for...
Read moreIt's rare to find a store like this in our modern times. It's the kind of place where folks with similar interests can hang about and share knowledge and stories. Of course it stocks a very wide variety of products connected to every aspect of bird appreciation and the proprietor, Sean, was very knowledgeable and friendly. Definitely a great place to shop,...
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