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Gift Guide: Buying local for the Birder on your list

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photo Field Notes Expedition Edition: The art of birding goes hand in hand with reliable recording. This set of three 48-page notepads is an ideal field tool for those who won’t let a little rain get in the way of their birdwatching. Its pages are tear-resistant and waterproof and its compact size is perfect for pockets (and stockings!). $12.95 – Available at Shadowbox Paperie and Scout Boutique.

Avian Jewels: A unique idea for the art-loving birder in your life, Avian Jewels is a collection of hand-sculpted, hand-painted bird eggs. Crafted by the late local artist C.E. Blevins, the eggs are designed in exact likeness to real eggs in the wild. The collection, featuring 1,200 re-creations, is on display at the Chattanooga Audubon Society. A selection of replicas is sold in the visitor center. Species – Available include the common loon, hummingbird, Gambel’s quail and great spotted cuckoo, among others. $5–$30 – Available at Chattanooga Audubon Society.