Are you someone who loves birds? Maybe you go bird watching? Aaron Umen is a tennis coach and player who volunteers for the World Bird Sanctuary in his spare time. World Bird Sanctuary is a 305-acre reserve that houses and rehabilitates birds threatened by extinction. Today, Umen shares 8 fun facts about birds that you […]
Why Are Birds Important?
If you are a person who has ever gone outside, you have probably noticed that birds are absolutely everywhere. Have you ever looked at them and wondered what exactly they do for the ecosystem? Aaron Umen is a tennis player, coach, and dedicated volunteer. Since 2016, Umen has supported the World Bird Sanctuary as a […]
How To Help Birds In The Heat
This summer we are once against seeing record breaking heatwaves all over the world. Humans are not the only ones feeling the extreme heat, the wildlife suffers it too. Aaron Umen is a tennis player and coach who volunteers for World Bird Sanctuary. World Bird Sanctuary is a 305 acre reserve that houses and rehabilitates […]
What Gear Do You Need To Play Tennis?
Tennis is a sport that is both physically and mentally challenging – but learning how to play and getting started is pretty easy. If you have never played before, you may be wondering what kind of equipment you need. Aaron Umen is a tennis enthusiast and a dedicated volunteer. He currently plays on the Men’s […]
How to Reduce Food Waste At Home
Food waste is a massive problem in the United States and around the world. About 40% of our food goes to waste, which harms the environment and burdens our economy. Aaron Umen is a tennis athlete, coach, and dedicated volunteer. Backed by his studies in finance and economics, he currently represents the Food Recovery Network […]
How to Bird Proof Your Windows
Countless birds across the United States and around the world die every year from crashing into windows. This happens so often because windows reflect the sky and surrounding vegetation, which makes it appealing for birds to fly towards. Even if a bird manages to fly away after hitting a window, they often die later due […]