Our Nebraska Prairie Chicken trip highlights the McCook Prairie Chicken Dance Tour, one of the best ways to experience this rare spring display on the Great Plains.
From the snow-dusted vistas of Pikes Peak to the hidden avian treasures of local cemeteries, our Colorado winter birding trip was a whirlwind of high-altitude scenery and unexpected finds. Join us as we explore the Rocky Mountain Arsenal, the iconic red rocks of Garden of the Gods, and the urban birding gems that made this return trip one to remember.
We made two trips to South Florida for birding, and our first stop in March was Cape Coral to see Burrowing Owls. A light rain was falling, which often coaxes…
A three‑day February getaway to Texas delivered everything we hoped for: a five‑raptor morning at Attwater Prairie Chicken NWR, a Barred Owl surprise at Cibolo, a lively walk at Mitchell Lake, and unforgettable views of 19 Whooping Cranes at Aransas Bay. We wrapped up with a spectacular tour of King Ranch’s Santa Gertrudis Unit, adding Green Jays, Olive Sparrow, Least Grebes, and a finale of Sprague’s Pipits. Trip totals: 116 species, 44 year birds, and one lifer.
While not all of Lakeland's exotic birds are ABA countable, they are stunning to see. Lake Morton is a hotspot for many species of swans and geese. We saw plenty…
From the Peach Bowl to Birding the Georgia Coast The Peach Bowl gave us the perfect excuse to combine our love for football with our passion for birding. After watching…
Trip Date: November 2018 | Location: New York After spending Thanksgiving with family, we jetted off to New York City for a different kind of post-holiday tradition: urban birding. Central…
When a business consultant offered us suite passes to the Florida vs. South Carolina football game, we couldn't say no. With a noon kickoff, we decided to stay the night…
Our first birding trip to Ottawa delivered friendly chickadees, fall colors, and a long-awaited Canada Jay in Algonquin Park. From city parks to bog trails, this September weekend blended wildlife, scenery, and great food in Canada’s capital.
Mike and I are always looking for an excuse to get away to our summer place in the Adirondacks. We found the perfect one in an email from the Adirondack…