Birch 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️
@birchduck.bsky.social
Queer women's hockey (and other women's sports) fan. Looks at birds. Located in a cornfield IL
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I have a bag in my car. Mostly it has stuff to deal with 1) eye injury and 2) gunshot wounds. Because that is the citizen medic use case re: ICE/CBP. I want to be able to give emergency care to folks shot in the eye with less-lethal munitions. And I want to slow bleeding until EMS arrives.
February 7, 2026 at 7:33 PM
I have a bag in my car. Mostly it has stuff to deal with 1) eye injury and 2) gunshot wounds. Because that is the citizen medic use case re: ICE/CBP. I want to be able to give emergency care to folks shot in the eye with less-lethal munitions. And I want to slow bleeding until EMS arrives.
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Biathlon is the best.
Way more fun to watch than you expect.
Way more fun to watch than you expect.
I invite you all to get into the weirdest, hardest and most wonderful sport: Biathlon.
(I love it so much I went to Norway last March to see my favs biathletes retire.)
Here’s an intro I wrote in December 2024.
gillianbrockell.ghost.io/you-should-g...
(I love it so much I went to Norway last March to see my favs biathletes retire.)
Here’s an intro I wrote in December 2024.
gillianbrockell.ghost.io/you-should-g...
February 7, 2026 at 2:52 PM
Biathlon is the best.
Way more fun to watch than you expect.
Way more fun to watch than you expect.
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Wow, it took almost a full period for them to mention that Alex Carpenter's dad is Bobby Carpenter. That might be a record.
February 7, 2026 at 4:07 PM
Wow, it took almost a full period for them to mention that Alex Carpenter's dad is Bobby Carpenter. That might be a record.
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PSA: You can opt out of the face screening camera at airport security BUT you have to tell them before they scan your ID. When you walk up say "I'd like to opt out of the facial recognition screening."
Brought to you by security refusing to let me opt out "because you already gave us your ID." 🙄
Brought to you by security refusing to let me opt out "because you already gave us your ID." 🙄
February 7, 2026 at 3:04 PM
PSA: You can opt out of the face screening camera at airport security BUT you have to tell them before they scan your ID. When you walk up say "I'd like to opt out of the facial recognition screening."
Brought to you by security refusing to let me opt out "because you already gave us your ID." 🙄
Brought to you by security refusing to let me opt out "because you already gave us your ID." 🙄
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Just because good news is worth celebrating:
There is now a Prep medication that is an *every six month* injection.
HIV has, effectively, a vaccination.
There is now a Prep medication that is an *every six month* injection.
HIV has, effectively, a vaccination.
February 7, 2026 at 12:12 AM
Just because good news is worth celebrating:
There is now a Prep medication that is an *every six month* injection.
HIV has, effectively, a vaccination.
There is now a Prep medication that is an *every six month* injection.
HIV has, effectively, a vaccination.
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GM: Charisma check.
Mamdani: [rolls natural 20]
GM: that’s a d6 how did you
Mamdani: [direct to camera] Did you know you can check out board games at your local public library? 😊
Mamdani: [rolls natural 20]
GM: that’s a d6 how did you
Mamdani: [direct to camera] Did you know you can check out board games at your local public library? 😊
February 7, 2026 at 5:01 AM
GM: Charisma check.
Mamdani: [rolls natural 20]
GM: that’s a d6 how did you
Mamdani: [direct to camera] Did you know you can check out board games at your local public library? 😊
Mamdani: [rolls natural 20]
GM: that’s a d6 how did you
Mamdani: [direct to camera] Did you know you can check out board games at your local public library? 😊
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We have sent out almost 475,000 whistles for free, and our spreadsheet crew just told me that 80% of them are going out within 4 days of the request being made.
7% go out the same day.
98% within a week from this team of entirely volunteers who are just big fuckin' mad & want to help.
💓
7% go out the same day.
98% within a week from this team of entirely volunteers who are just big fuckin' mad & want to help.
💓
February 7, 2026 at 3:16 AM
We have sent out almost 475,000 whistles for free, and our spreadsheet crew just told me that 80% of them are going out within 4 days of the request being made.
7% go out the same day.
98% within a week from this team of entirely volunteers who are just big fuckin' mad & want to help.
💓
7% go out the same day.
98% within a week from this team of entirely volunteers who are just big fuckin' mad & want to help.
💓
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inspired by a typo i just made:
“quoted skeet” may now be abbreviated as “queet.”
“quoted skeet” may now be abbreviated as “queet.”
February 7, 2026 at 3:32 AM
inspired by a typo i just made:
“quoted skeet” may now be abbreviated as “queet.”
“quoted skeet” may now be abbreviated as “queet.”
Have run a summer biathlon where you run a couple miles then shoot a gun. I was terrible it was so much fun!
February 7, 2026 at 2:07 PM
Have run a summer biathlon where you run a couple miles then shoot a gun. I was terrible it was so much fun!
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TWIN CITIES
Armed Citizens Against Tyranny is a HONEYPOT action.
No one in the Twin Cities, including the MN Gun Owners association, knows anyone supposedly in this group.
Local orgs are STRONGLY urging folks to STAY AWAY from their planned "protest."
acatusa.com
Armed Citizens Against Tyranny is a HONEYPOT action.
No one in the Twin Cities, including the MN Gun Owners association, knows anyone supposedly in this group.
Local orgs are STRONGLY urging folks to STAY AWAY from their planned "protest."
acatusa.com
Protest - acatusa.com
Volunteers Needed We are looking for volunteers to help check firearms and to help close off roads during the march, If you would like to help without needing to carry a firearm, contact us now by ema...
acatusa.com
February 6, 2026 at 11:12 PM
TWIN CITIES
Armed Citizens Against Tyranny is a HONEYPOT action.
No one in the Twin Cities, including the MN Gun Owners association, knows anyone supposedly in this group.
Local orgs are STRONGLY urging folks to STAY AWAY from their planned "protest."
acatusa.com
Armed Citizens Against Tyranny is a HONEYPOT action.
No one in the Twin Cities, including the MN Gun Owners association, knows anyone supposedly in this group.
Local orgs are STRONGLY urging folks to STAY AWAY from their planned "protest."
acatusa.com
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Here are the excellent Mongolian outfits in case you also, tragically, are in the US and missed them because NBC thought a commercial was more important
February 6, 2026 at 8:48 PM
Here are the excellent Mongolian outfits in case you also, tragically, are in the US and missed them because NBC thought a commercial was more important
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My first byline for Olympics.com👇🏽www.olympics.com/en/milano-co...chia
Winter Olympics 2026: U.S. women open Olympic ice hockey campaign with 5-1 win over Czechia
Team USA women start on a winning note at Milano Cortina 2026 with a dominant 5-1 win over Czechia on Thursday (5 February), with Hayley Scamurra finding the back of the net twice
www.olympics.com
February 6, 2026 at 9:09 PM
My first byline for Olympics.com👇🏽www.olympics.com/en/milano-co...chia
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Hello friendos
Today's tip from your librarian here
Did you know libraries have courteous, experienced reference librarians who can and will help you get started researching just about anything? They can also help you sort good, trustworthy information from the bad.
Today's tip from your librarian here
Did you know libraries have courteous, experienced reference librarians who can and will help you get started researching just about anything? They can also help you sort good, trustworthy information from the bad.
December 2, 2024 at 3:00 PM
Hello friendos
Today's tip from your librarian here
Did you know libraries have courteous, experienced reference librarians who can and will help you get started researching just about anything? They can also help you sort good, trustworthy information from the bad.
Today's tip from your librarian here
Did you know libraries have courteous, experienced reference librarians who can and will help you get started researching just about anything? They can also help you sort good, trustworthy information from the bad.
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Current* conditions near Houghton, MI:
February 6, 2026 at 11:18 AM
Current* conditions near Houghton, MI:
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she got one knee made out of titanium and the other knee is full of four loko and pure unstepped on miami cocaine
honestly feels unbelievable: Lindsay Vonn attempted and completed her training run today, a week after tearing her ACL, hitting a top speed of 74 mph.
They haven't fixed her ACL, it's just flopping around in there. And her other knee is made out of titanium. Very literally built different
They haven't fixed her ACL, it's just flopping around in there. And her other knee is made out of titanium. Very literally built different
February 6, 2026 at 1:03 PM
she got one knee made out of titanium and the other knee is full of four loko and pure unstepped on miami cocaine
It's screaming o'clock!
February 5, 2026 at 6:12 PM
It's screaming o'clock!
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Since this is where we're at, please read Dan's tear gas decon thread, and make sure you pay particular attention to the below skeet.
For the love of God, do not go to the toilet before washing your hands.
YOU WILL NEVER MAKE THIS MISTAKE TWICE IN YOUR LIFE
YOU WILL NEVER MAKE THIS MISTAKE TWICE IN YOUR LIFE
February 5, 2026 at 7:04 AM
Since this is where we're at, please read Dan's tear gas decon thread, and make sure you pay particular attention to the below skeet.
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Dan Kaszeta FRHistS
My own experience, which is not inconsiderable, allows me to put out Captain Dan's Tear Gas Laundry guidelines.
Specifically, this is for your street clothing that has been exposed to tear gas in smoke/aerosol/dust/particulate form.
A small thread 🧵
My own experience, which is not inconsiderable, allows me to put out Captain Dan's Tear Gas Laundry guidelines.
Specifically, this is for your street clothing that has been exposed to tear gas in smoke/aerosol/dust/particulate form.
A small thread 🧵
February 4, 2026 at 1:36 PM
Dan Kaszeta FRHistS
My own experience, which is not inconsiderable, allows me to put out Captain Dan's Tear Gas Laundry guidelines.
Specifically, this is for your street clothing that has been exposed to tear gas in smoke/aerosol/dust/particulate form.
A small thread 🧵
My own experience, which is not inconsiderable, allows me to put out Captain Dan's Tear Gas Laundry guidelines.
Specifically, this is for your street clothing that has been exposed to tear gas in smoke/aerosol/dust/particulate form.
A small thread 🧵
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I mean, it’s not even that “landmark”, it’s in-line with all previous research.
Same as before: Sports’ governing bodies should set policies based on good science and a spirit of inclusion, not the opinions of lunatics who only care about sport as a wedge issue to bully trans people out of society
Same as before: Sports’ governing bodies should set policies based on good science and a spirit of inclusion, not the opinions of lunatics who only care about sport as a wedge issue to bully trans people out of society
Trans athletes may not have fitness advantage in women’s sport, landmark study finds
Trans athletes may not have fitness advantage in women’s sport, landmark study finds
Trans athletes may not have fitness advantage in women’s sport, landmark study finds
www.independent.co.uk
February 5, 2026 at 2:17 AM
I mean, it’s not even that “landmark”, it’s in-line with all previous research.
Same as before: Sports’ governing bodies should set policies based on good science and a spirit of inclusion, not the opinions of lunatics who only care about sport as a wedge issue to bully trans people out of society
Same as before: Sports’ governing bodies should set policies based on good science and a spirit of inclusion, not the opinions of lunatics who only care about sport as a wedge issue to bully trans people out of society
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It’s go time. 🏒❄️
The 2026 Winter Olympics Ice Hockey Tournament starts TODAY — and Black Rosie Media has you covered with the schedule, where to watch, and a USA vs CZE postgame LIVESTREAM.
www.blackrosiemedia.com/pos...
The 2026 Winter Olympics Ice Hockey Tournament starts TODAY — and Black Rosie Media has you covered with the schedule, where to watch, and a USA vs CZE postgame LIVESTREAM.
www.blackrosiemedia.com/pos...
2026 Winter Olympics: USAvCZE Postgame LIVESTREAM at 1:30 ET
The 2026 Winter Olympics Ice Hockey Tournament starts TODAY!
Black Rosie Media has you covered on the schedule, how to watch, and a USAvCZE Postgame LIVESTREAM!
www.blackrosiemedia.com
February 5, 2026 at 9:32 AM
It’s go time. 🏒❄️
The 2026 Winter Olympics Ice Hockey Tournament starts TODAY — and Black Rosie Media has you covered with the schedule, where to watch, and a USA vs CZE postgame LIVESTREAM.
www.blackrosiemedia.com/pos...
The 2026 Winter Olympics Ice Hockey Tournament starts TODAY — and Black Rosie Media has you covered with the schedule, where to watch, and a USA vs CZE postgame LIVESTREAM.
www.blackrosiemedia.com/pos...
Fabulous read
Dumas' FATHER was born to a French count and an enslaved African women in Haiti. The Père was then brought to France, was educated, served in the military, etc.
"The Black Count" is a fantastic book about him.
His son is the author Alexander Dumas, and he based Count of Monte Cristo on his Dad.🇭🇹
"The Black Count" is a fantastic book about him.
His son is the author Alexander Dumas, and he based Count of Monte Cristo on his Dad.🇭🇹
February 5, 2026 at 1:45 PM
Fabulous read
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Updated #MilanoCortina2026 hockey schedule with CAN-FIN postponement
February 5, 2026 at 12:49 PM
Updated #MilanoCortina2026 hockey schedule with CAN-FIN postponement
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Looks like the severe illness going around Team Finland in the women's hockey tournament was enough to postpone the game vs Canada today to February 12th.
#Olympics
#Olympics
February 5, 2026 at 12:53 PM
Looks like the severe illness going around Team Finland in the women's hockey tournament was enough to postpone the game vs Canada today to February 12th.
#Olympics
#Olympics
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Guess who is once again displaying their ability to hyperfocus on being a hater?
It's me, I spent all evening writing my own compilation of all the reasons I think AI sucks so I can post it under genAI-made FB posts.
Work-in-progress, suggestions welcome!
www.skwinnicki.com/single-post/...
It's me, I spent all evening writing my own compilation of all the reasons I think AI sucks so I can post it under genAI-made FB posts.
Work-in-progress, suggestions welcome!
www.skwinnicki.com/single-post/...
February 5, 2026 at 3:32 AM
Guess who is once again displaying their ability to hyperfocus on being a hater?
It's me, I spent all evening writing my own compilation of all the reasons I think AI sucks so I can post it under genAI-made FB posts.
Work-in-progress, suggestions welcome!
www.skwinnicki.com/single-post/...
It's me, I spent all evening writing my own compilation of all the reasons I think AI sucks so I can post it under genAI-made FB posts.
Work-in-progress, suggestions welcome!
www.skwinnicki.com/single-post/...
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We have enough evidence for UBI in general that this policy should be a given. But the difference is, to understand UBI works is to believe that people are fundamentally good. And a big chunk of society is built around the belief, *must maintain the belief* that people are fundamentally bad.
"By the end of the two-year period, 94% of participants reported they were housed."
A million pilot programs show the same thing: when people are given enough money to afford housing, homelessness ends.
Other supports matter, but housing comes first. Not policing. Not moralizing. Homes.
A million pilot programs show the same thing: when people are given enough money to afford housing, homelessness ends.
Other supports matter, but housing comes first. Not policing. Not moralizing. Homes.
Homeless Oregon youth got $1,000 a month for two years. Most found housing after • Oregon Capital Chronicle
Oregon is the second of its kind in the nation to implement the direct cash transfer program after New York City.
oregoncapitalchronicle.com
February 4, 2026 at 2:54 PM
We have enough evidence for UBI in general that this policy should be a given. But the difference is, to understand UBI works is to believe that people are fundamentally good. And a big chunk of society is built around the belief, *must maintain the belief* that people are fundamentally bad.