Follow the Weekend Warbler to Nome, Alaska, for a 4-day birding adventure with UAF Summer Sessions. From the elusive Bristle-thighed Curlew to the rare Asian Great Knot, discover how our group netted 97 species and toasted to 15 lifers at the historic Safety Roadhouse
Revisiting Grand Cayman and Jamaica as dedicated birders was a game-changer! We kicked off the trip in Grand Cayman where we found 7 life birds. The real highlight was Jamaica, where a five-hour tour in Stewart Town netted an incredible 17 Jamaican endemics, including the Jamaican Tody and the Red-billed Streamertail. We strongly encourage everyone to visit and support this resilient island post-Hurricane Melissa.
Before we became birders, our vacations were about beaches, food, and fun. But once you start birding, every trip becomes an opportunity to see the world differently—through binoculars! When Royal Caribbean rolled out a Black Friday sale, we jumped at the chance to revisit Cozumel and Belize, this time with a birder’s perspective, and add a brand-new destination: Roatán. As it turned out, Belize didn’t go as planned, but the journey still delivered unforgettable birding moments and a few lifers we’ll never forget.
To celebrate our anniversary, we set off for the Big Island of Hawaii. This blog serves as a guide to the numerous birding hotspots we discovered, ranging from native forest…
The trip to the Canadian Maritimes included a drive through New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, and Nova Scotia, featuring whale watching, diverse bird sightings, and iconic landmarks. The journey highlighted the area's natural beauty, rich wildlife, and delicious seafood experiences.
We looked forward to our second attendance at the Southwest Wings Birding and Nature Festival, Arizona’s oldest birding festival. The first week in May is a peak birding time in…
This blog showcases our top bird sightings for each month of 2023. Some are featured in-depth in posted blogs, while others are briefly mentioned. This recap is overdue, and we…
This six-day cruise originated in Panama and made four stops at three islands. When visiting any of the Caribbean islands, finding a cruise departing as close as possible to the…
From May to July 2023, we explored the Northeast, highlighting birdwatching trips in Rochester, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Vermont, and Ontario. We observed various species, including Baltimore Orioles and Black-legged Kittiwakes, and enjoyed local attractions such as Martha's Vineyard and Niagara Falls. Our adventures fostered an appreciation for regional birding opportunities.
In winter 2023, we explored Salt Lake City, observing varied bird species amidst heavy snowfall. Our birding journey included key sites like Jordan River Parkway, Lee Kay Ponds, and Antelope Island, culminating in 107 species documented over our trip.