The Common Loon is a water bird common to the lakes and inlets of northern New England. Much lore is associated with these fascinating birds, known for their ability to stay underwater for minutes at a time and for their haunting cry. Here are my picks for the top gifts for the loon lover in your life.
This wall calendar features wonderful close-up photos of loons. Your favorite loon lover will be treated to a new, vibrant image of these spectacular birds in their natural environment each month.
Bob Timberlake's life-size loon decoys are individually cast in special artwood media from an original wood carving. Loon lovers will appreciate the hand-painted detail.
This children's picture book by Pamela Love will delight loon lovers young and old. Learn a bit about loon behavior as you follow the misadventures of a young loon, who faces dangers while swimming alone on a Maine pond until he is finally reunited with his mother.
The Biodiversity Research Institute's Adopt-a-Loon program allows you to give the gift of protection for one of these threatened birds. You can select a loon that lives in New England, and you'll receive a certificate of adoption and information on that particular loon to present as a gift. A perfect choice for those who cherish loons and are concerned for their welfare in the wild.
This decorative sundial and bird bath, available in Verdigris or Weathered Bronze finish, features a loon design. It makes a lovely garden accent.
This clever loon-shaped mailbox is the perfect replacement for a loon lover's boring old mailbox. It can be mounted on a standard mailbox post and is made of durable materials.
Relax, meditate or drift off to sleep as you listen to this recording of loons' haunting cry.
This throw blanket featuring a detailed loon scene makes a great house-warming gift for loon enthusiasts. It can be hung like a tapestry or draped over a couch or chair to be used as an extra layer of warmth on cool New England nights.