Anderson Dental Care - May 2020

BIRD-WATCHING FOR BEGINNERS

WHY MAY IS THE BEST MONTH TO START

GEAR UP One of the best things about birding is that you don’t need a lot of equipment to do it. As long as you’ve got your field guide and comfortable walking shoes, the only other thing you’ll need is a pair of binoculars. And they don’t have to be fancy. As long as they can zoom in on faraway trees and perches, they’ll work for now. You can always upgrade later. GO EXPLORING Your very first birding excursion is important because you don’t want to be overwhelmed or underwhelmed. So use your field guide to home in on a single bird and go find it. It may be local, or you can plan a trip to a specific bird’s natural habitat. Stay focused and don’t get distracted by other species. The thrill that comes with spotting your first bird will keep you coming back to find the rest. Bird-watching is a wonderful hobby because it’s easy to get started and can last a lifetime. As long as you can walk, drive, or look out a window, you can be a birder. So what are you waiting for? Get out there and find some birds!

Bird-watching is like a lifelong scavenger hunt that you can play anywhere on Earth. The activity provides a mixture of science, travel, and beauty, and it’s a chance to get outside for feathered adventures and quiet reflection. The month of May is a great time of year to go birding because rising temperatures prompt spring migration. So if you’re eager to begin bird-watching, there’s no better time than now. Here are some tips to get started. EDUCATE YOURSELF Thousands of species of birds span all corners of the globe. That’s why finding them is an exciting prospect — there’s no end to the hunt! Start by researching birds that are native to your location. Purchase a field guide with pictures of each bird and maps of their range and use it to figure out where different birds live. From there, it’s easy to pick your first spotting goal. You can even get yourself extra excited by watching a few bird documentaries.

SPRINGTIME CACIO E PEPE Nothing is more comforting than a big bowl of cacio e pepe , which is Italian for cheese and pepper. This dish combines a wholesome flavor profile with fresh, seasonal ingredients to satisfy any craving.

YOUR MONTHLY NEED-TO-KNOW!

DID YOU KNOW THAT A DOG CAN DETERMINE THE OUTCOME OF A COURT CASE? According to PBS, a bloodhound’s sense of smell can be used in the court of law as evidence. With their ultra-sensitive noses, bloodhounds can pick up tracks 300 hours after they were left, and they’re able to follow tracks for 130-plus miles. In fact, according to PetMD.com, a bloodhound’s sense of smell is so strong that they are able to pick up a scent from just one or two skin cells! DO YOU KNOW HOW ANCIENT MAGNOLIA PLANTS ARE?: Magnolias are so ancient that they pollinate through beetles because they existed prior to bees appearing!

INGREDIENTS

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6 oz multigrain spaghetti 8 oz fresh asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces

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1 tsp lemon zest

1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated

1/2 tsp black pepper 1 cup baby arugula

1 tbsp olive oil

DIRECTIONS

1. Heat oven to 425 F. 2. In a large pot, cook spaghetti until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of water before draining and put spaghetti in a covered pot to keep warm. 3. Line a 15x10-inch baking pan with foil and toss in asparagus and olive oil. 4. Cook asparagus for 5–7 minutes and sprinkle with lemon zest. 5. Add 3/4 cup of the reserved water, Parmesan cheese, and pepper to the spaghetti. Stir until creamy. 6. Toss in asparagus and arugula before serving.

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