Read more about the article Witnessing the Great Murmuration
Tree Swallows

Witnessing the Great Murmuration

Ever seen a murmuration? We followed a tip to Hillsborough County and witnessed 100,000 Tree Swallows performing a synchronized 'pepper shaker' dive at sunset. Join us for a recap of one of our most breathtaking birding experiences in Florida.

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Read more about the article Lake Apopka Wildlife Festival & Birdapalooza
Birdapalooza

Lake Apopka Wildlife Festival & Birdapalooza

Our 2017 birding year kicked off with a memorable trip to the Lake Apopka Wildlife Festival and Birdapalooza. From hearing inspiring stories from Greg Miller to spotting the elusive Groove-billed Ani and a Barn Owl, it was a weekend full of camaraderie and incredible sightings with the Orange Audubon Society.

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Big Year Reflection: The Journey to 500

Our 2015 Little Big Year pushed us across deserts, mountains, coastlines, and countless miles of weekend travel. Along the way we met incredible guides, discovered unforgettable places, and learned just how much you can accomplish with planning, persistence, and a love for birds. We ended the year with 519 species—and a lifetime of memories.

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Read more about the article December 27 – California, The Final Trip
Angel's Lighthouse

December 27 – California, The Final Trip

Our final Big Year adventure took us to Southern California, where coastal preserves, urban parks, and mountain trails delivered the last birds of 2015. From grebes and loons along the Pacific to a lifer California Gnatcatcher and the unforgettable Williamson’s Sapsucker on Mount Wilson, this trip was the perfect finale to an incredible year of birding.

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Read more about the article December 21 – Savannah & South Carolina
Tybee Island Lighthouse

December 21 – Savannah & South Carolina

A quick work trip to Savannah turned into a memorable coastal birding weekend. From the historic dikes of Savannah National Wildlife Refuge to the beaches of Tybee Island, we found ducks, marsh birds, soaring Northern Gannets, and even a show‑stopping Clapper Rail. No new year birds this time, but the blend of history, wildlife, and Southern cuisine made it a standout winter escape.

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Read more about the article December 5 – Colorado Winter Birding
Colorado Rockies

December 5 – Colorado Winter Birding

Our first-ever Colorado birding trip became the final push toward our Big Year goal. From foothill feeders alive with mountain specialties to snowy passes and prairie dog fields near Denver, the weekend delivered Rosy-Finches, Barrow’s Goldeneye, a surprise Snowy Owl, and the moment we finally reached 500 species. A whirlwind winter adventure—and one of the most memorable chapters of our year.

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Read more about the article Nov 24 – Central Florida and The Keys
Key West

Nov 24 – Central Florida and The Keys

Our late‑season Florida run took us from Lake Apopka’s marshes to the windswept beaches of Merritt Island and down the Overseas Highway to Key West. We added key species for our Big Year—including Northern Gannet, Bell’s Vireo, and Common Myna—and soaked in the beauty of the Keys as we closed in on 500 birds.

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Read more about the article November 06 – Rio Grande Valley Birding Festival
On the border

November 06 – Rio Grande Valley Birding Festival

Our third Rio Grande Valley Birding Festival delivered excellent birding across South Texas, from Sabal Palm Sanctuary and Estero Llano Grande to King Ranch and Harlingen’s evening parrot roosts. A welcoming community, expert guides, and incredible species diversity make this festival unforgettable.

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Read more about the article October 31 -‘The’ Florida Endemic
Florida Scrub-Jay

October 31 -‘The’ Florida Endemic

With 470 birds already on our list, we headed south in search of Florida’s only endemic species, the Florida Scrub‑Jay. From Oscar Scherer and Babcock‑Webb to Sanibel and a Fort Lauderdale rarity chase, the weekend delivered great birding and three hard‑earned year birds.

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