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PRESS RELEASE
Stokes Birds At Home Soars into Second Season
America's "First couple of birding," Don and Lillian Stokes, return with 13 new episodes on public television
OWINGS MILLS, MD— More nesting, feeding, paddling, flying and migrating is ahead as the ever-popular Stokes Birds At Home flies into public television stations for a second season beginning January 2001 (check local listings).
From the exotic wilds of Florida to the native plains of Minnesota, hosts Don and Lillian Stokes take viewers to all parts of the country to observe birds in their varied and beautiful habitats. In the wild and in back yards, fans discover unusual bird types such as Red-necked Phalaropes and Purple Martins, learn how to outwit their favorite woodland animals by squirrel-proofing birdfeeders, and how to landscape like pros to attract a variety of fascinating birds to their own properties.
Stokes Birds At Home provides interesting and easy how-to information, bird gardening advice, travel adventure segments, exquisite close-up bird photography and a weekly bird quiz. For 2001, the Stokes take the unprecedented step of dedicating a full episode each to two of North America's favorite birds. In "The Magic of Hummingbirds," Don and Lillian capture and showcase the essence of these "flying jewels," while "Oriole Extravaganza" focuses on America's most flamboyantly colored birds with close-ups of Orioles.
Professional birders of extraordinary accomplishment, the Stokes have been studying and writing about birds and their environments for more than two decades. The authors of Stokes Field Guide to Birds and 24 other books on birding and nature, Don and Lillian Stokes share their passion and expertise with millions of amateur birders around the country.
Professional birders, too, are fans of the Stokes. Stuart D. Strahl, Ph.D., president, Audubon of Florida, says "Don and Lillian Stokes are dedicated teachers and enthusiastic naturalists who bring birds, nature and wildlife gardening into peoples lives. Young people, families, and adults enjoy their casual and informative style while gaining useful insights into the fascinating world of birds."
In the new episodes, viewers join Don and Lillian as they take a boat trip to Maine to witness playful Atlantic puffins; witness the annual migration of Peregrine Falcons in Virginia; visit with Bluebird enthusiasts at the North American Bluebird Societies convention; fly with the majestic Bald Eagle; and watch baby Hummingbirds being fed in their nest.
Ever popular, backyard birding fascinates 60 to 70 million dedicated enthusiasts in the United States. Birding continues to supercede all other forms of outdoor recreation as the fastest growing in the country—including golf, skiing and hiking.
From the rocky coast of Maine to the majestic mountains of Arizona, brilliant photography, practical information and learned hosts make Stokes Birds At Home a richly intelligent and useful resource for birders whether they keep their own nest in the city, suburbs or rural America. For more information visit the website www.stokesbirdsathome.com.
Stokes Birds at Home, Season Two, is produced by Stokes Nature Company, LLC with assistance from Maryland Public Television. Executive producers are Don and Lillian Stokes. Producer/director is Christopher Gilbert. For Maryland Public Television, executive-in-charge is John. T. Potthast. Major funding is provided by Lowe’s Home Improvement Warehouse, additional funding is provided by Birder’s World magazine, Droll Yankees, Inc., and Swift Instruments, Inc. The series is distributed by American Public Television.
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