On Thursday morning, we left Dairy Flat and began our next adventure to Tiritiri Matangi, a world-renowned conservation island. We took a ferry from downtown Auckland, a majestic ride with…
After a 13-hour flight from San Francisco, we were happy to get some much-needed sleep—so tired we even missed two of the three meals and the free wine and beer!…
On the first Saturday in March, we had a layover in San Francisco on our way to New Zealand. With a flight scheduled for later that evening, Mike planned for…
This was another spur of moment birding trip that brought us to the Grand Bahama Island. The last time we were here was 2012 when we hired a guide to…
The Lake Apopka Birding Festival was held from January 18-21, 2018. It felt like we were back in our 2015 big year with a flight from Newark arriving in Tampa…
My first trip of the year to New Jersey held promise of some interesting winter birds. Before every trip I sign up for the eBird alerts for the area and…
Every year, volunteers across the Northern Hemisphere participate in local Christmas Bird Counts to benefit important science and conservation work. It's been a few years since I participated in the…
The trip to Costa Rica's Osa Peninsula featured stunning wildlife, including 171 bird species. Highlights included personalized tours, memorable dining, and unforgettable nature experiences.
After an exciting journey to Quepos, we enjoyed birdwatching, local cuisine, and beautiful views, spotting numerous life birds and wildlife at Hotel Si Como No and Manuel Antonio.
To celebrate Mike's birthday, we explored Costa Rica's cloud forests, discovering 79 bird species, including 50 life birds, and enjoyed unique local experiences.