eBirdseed.com Wild Bird Feeding Blog

Given that you're reading this blog, odds are that you're fairly internet savvy, and you do at least some of your shopping online. And, if you're like me, you tend to use e-commerce as I do. That is to say that you access the site, order what you want, and then race back to the microwave before the popcorn burns. The problem with that is that sometimes even the most basic functionality of a site may pass you by. (I'd been using amazon.com for years before I finally discovered that I could sort my product searches.) And with that in mind, I thought that a quick look at the eBirdseed home page (or landing page) might just reveal a few overlooked features. Beyond that, I'll toss in a couple of additional tips. And without further ado, let's take a look at the typical eBirdseed page...



(For what follows, refer to the image above.)

Probably the best way to break this down is to look at the features involved. First let's look at convenience...

• As an e-shopper hooked on convenience and savings, a couple of things leapt/leap out at me. First is the free shipping. I hate the hassle and mystery of shipping costs. All I want to do is toss the item in my cart and check out.
• Another convenient service offered by eBirdseed is the option to use PayPal. (To be bluntly honest, I didn't even notice that that feature was available until I started writing this post. And I've looked at this site how many times???)
• In my book, "Reminders" and "Subscriptions" go hand in hand. Reminders are simply emails (that you configure) that are sent to you reminding yourself that it's probably time to reorder seed. A subscription is... Well... I'll let eBirdseed.com speak for itself!
  If your list includes a birding or bird feeding enthusiast, we've got the gift! Premium Audubon brand birdseed delivered once a month for six or twelve months right to their door. We'll even let you choose which kind of seed your bird lover will get from us each month. They'll think of you every-time that package arrives from eBirdseed.com and every-time they see a new bird at their feeder. Maybe you are the birding enthusiast and just want the convenience of paying for six months or twelve months of seed all at once. This is the plan for you!
  If you are not a birding enthusiast and are unsure of what type of seed is appropriate, you can call us and we'll be glad to help you choose. Premium Audubon Sunflower Hearts are a favorite of birds throughout the country and for all seasons of the year. It's simple to get started right away with your subscription. It's quick and easy to get started, just choose a six or twelve month subscription. Then pick which seed you would like delivered in which month. Lastly, give us a start date for the first bag. If you want it right away, just put today's date in the box. If this is a gift, specify what date you would like it shipped on. The seed will ship out on the same day each month. Order today!
  If this is a gift, the first bag will ship with a personalized gift message from you!
  (Don't let the language fool you... You can always give a gift subscription to yourself!)
• And finally, one of the most convenient products is the "Gift Bundle." Think of this as a "gift bundle"/"starter kit." Basically, the gift bundles are a combination of feeder and seed. That's a handy package for anyone getting started in the hobby.

So beyond convenience, what else is there? Well, customer service looms large. (Wouldn't it be nice to actually talk with the owner(s) of the business?) Ask and ye shall receive. When you talk with Gordon or Dan, you're speaking with "The Boss." The direct contact info for eBirdseed.com rests right behind the "About Us" tab. And look! Here it is now!

Call, email, mail or fax Gordon Moe in Customer Service from
Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM; Monday-Friday
Call: 1-866-324-7373
E-mail: info@eBirdseed.com
Mail: eBirdseed.com
27823 86th Ave. S. Hawley, MN 56549-8982
Fax: (978) 268-7155

Setting aside convenience and customer service, what else is there? Well there's that handy hybrid called "the blog." The blog is a funny critter... Part company posting, part customer input. All it takes to enter the eBirdseed blogosphere is to click on that little "Comments" button below!

And lastly, there are those ubiquitous “Refer a friend. Earn $5”, and newsletter options scattered about.

So those are just a few features of this Web site. Maybe you missed a couple. I did.

Gotta' run, the popcorn is burning! (See you by the feeders!)

CapeCodAlan

P.S. Did I mention that simply by clicking on each of the seed types/uses, you can tell what birds would take interest in that seed? Hmmm... Wonder what else I missed? Let me know...