Connect with Nature: April Showers

April shower by zanzibar (via Flickr)

Spring days can also mean the return of cloudy, rainy weather. But you can still enjoy nature, even when the raindrops are coming down.

I'll often hear the birds singing up a storm to rival the rain showers, even though they're all safely tucked away in the trees. Why not test your ear by sitting on the balcony or porch and seeing which birds you can identify by their songs alone?

Or, once the rain has passed, put on your rubber boots and take your favourite nature walk - notice all the new life that has popped up. It's also a great time to find worms more easily, so you can take the opportunity to add to our knowledge about these fascinating creatures by participating in the WormWatch program.

If heading outside in the rain still seems too daunting, this is still a great season to curl up with your favourite nature book or eco film. Learn something new about our natural world and then share it with your family, friends or community.

How do you like to connect with nature on a rainy day? Let us know in the comments below!