Birding for Joy

The reason I took an abrupt, unannounced break from recording the Birding for Joy Podcast. And a gentle reminder from the Mindful Birding Network about showing myself grace. The Mindful Birding Network Website *** The Bird for Joy podcast is recorded and produced by Candi Lynn Fite. "Hope Hop" music composed by Ever Bliss Music, permission with commercial license via Premium Beat. Writte...

In this episode, I chat with Bridget Butler, also known as The Bird Diva. Bridget Butler , aka The Bird Diva, has been working in conservation and environmental education for more than 30 years throughout New England. Through her business  Bird Diva Consulting , she delivers presentations, leads bird outings, and brings her signature program Slow Birding to a broader audience. Bridget has worked f...

In this episode, I chat with Nic Allison AKA Nic the Birding Chick. Nic is a California Naturalist, birder, and storyteller based in Northern California. A few key takeaways are celebrating the slow, safety when birding as a woman, nature journaling and creating zines, birding with ADHD, and appreciating the living world. Check out Nic on her socials: Nic the Birding Chick on Instagram Celebrate t...

In today's episode, I chat with Aaron Haiman, a birder, a scientist, and an author from California. We discuss the joys of birds and birding, his YouTube channel--A Birding Naturalist, and his book Birds of the California Delta. Aaron's Blog A Birding Naturalist on YouTube Birds of the California Delta *** The Bird for Joy podcast is recorded and produced by Candi Lynn Fite. "Hope Hop...

In this episode, I chat with licensed therapist, birder, author, and artist Pamela Lowell. We discuss her birding origin story, how birding brings her joy, and her book, My Summer with Ospreys. You can find out more about Pamela, her art, and her book below: Pamela's Website And here's a link to our conversation in July 2024: https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/DLhXdMIPaXb *** The Bird...

In this episode, we chat with Jennifer Bristol. We talk about how she discovered birding through the lense of her camera, her books, and how she's helping implement important conservation policies on a local level. Jennifer's Website Texas A & M Press Jennifer can also be found on Instagram @jbristol242 *** The Bird for Joy podcast is recorded and produced by Candi Lynn Fite. "Hop...

In this episode, we chat about the radical joy of Dr. J. Drew Lanham, the Bring Birds Back podcast, garden news, and being schooled by a three-year-old birdsplainer.

A short episode to kick off season 5! Let's swap birding or spark bird stories this season. What kind of birder are you? Do you have a spark bird or would you like to share your birding story? *** The Bird for Joy podcast is recorded and produced by Candi Lynn Fite. "Hope Hop" music composed by Ever Bliss Music, permission with commercial license via Premium Beat. Written lyrics &quo...

Yay! Two years of birding for joy! We're celebrating the 2nd year podiversary and the season wrap-up for season 4! The episode looks back at season 4 and includes a current nemesis bird story as well as 10 ways birding can bring you joy.** *** The Bird for Joy podcast is recorded and produced by Candi Lynn Fite. "Hope Hop" music composed by Ever Bliss Music, permission with commercia...

Part two of cool ideas for hot summer birding, including hummingbirds, birding at the beach, and birding at twilight. Helpful Links: How to Create a Hummingbird-friendly Yard⁠ ⁠Feeding and Attracting Hummingbirds by Birds Canada⁠ ⁠Feeding Hummingbirds by the International Hummingbird Society⁠ ⁠All About Feeding Hummers with Nectar Recipe by the Cornell Lab All About Birds ⁠Find the Twilight Hours...

Beat the summer heat this summer with some cool birding ideas! *** The Bird for Joy podcast is recorded and produced by Candi Lynn Fite. "Hope Hop" music composed by Ever Bliss Music, permission with commercial license via Premium Beat. Written lyrics "Bird for Joy's Sake" written by Candi Lynn Fite Podcast artwork created by Candi Lynn Fite.

In today's episode, we discuss how joy is an antidote to fear and how birding for joy can be a quiet act of resistance in today's troubling times. *** The Bird for Joy podcast is recorded and produced by Candi Lynn Fite. "Hope Hop" music composed by Ever Bliss Music, permission with commercial license via Premium Beat. Written lyrics "Bird for Joy's Sake" written by...

A few comings and goings in late spring migration. Backyard nest watch. Yellow-billed Cuckoos are back! *** This podcast is created and recorded by Candi Lynn Fite Podcast artwork is created by Candi Lynn Fite Music: "Beautiful Rainbow" by Victor Music, Music Standard License with Envato Market

How birding can be a natural remedy for anything negative going on in our lives. Spring migration comings & goings Smitten with pigeons World Migratory Bird Day, May 10, 2025 eBird's Global Big Day, May 10, 2025 Feb. episode about how to do a bird count *** This podcast is created and recorded by Candi Lynn Fite Podcast artwork is created by Candi Lynn Fite Music: "Beautiful Rainbow&q...

A wrap-up of the 7 simple actions to living a bird-friendly lifestyle, keeping cats indoors, and reducing plastic use. And I share why it has taken me 3 weeks to release an episode. *** This podcast is created and recorded by Candi Lynn Fite Podcast artwork is created by Candi Lynn Fite Music: "Beautiful Rainbow" by Victor Music, Music Standard License with Envato Market

It's spring migration! In this episode, we discuss going lights out during peak migration hours and treating windows to keep birds safe and live a bird-friendly lifestyle. The host shares a story about her lunch date with a European Starling. Dark Sky.org Website Why Birds Hit Windows & How We Can Help American Bird Conservancy Bird Cast Migration Maps Acopian Birdsavers Window Gems-Save B...

This episode discusses how pesticides affect birds and helpful tips and solutions to avoid using pesticides around your home. Plus two spring migration surprises. Keep Harmful Pesticide Language out of Next Farm Bill How to Contact Your State Reps Article about "sub-lethal" effects of pesticides on birds *** This podcast is created and recorded by Candi Lynn Fite Podcast artwork is creat...

We hit a pause on Birding for Joy's scheduled content to discuss the key findings of the State of the Birds 2025 report. Also mentioned is the controversial proposed Texas bill to eliminate the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. State of the Birds 2025 Latest Tipping Point Species Report Article about Texas Proposed Bill to Eliminate the TPWD *** This podcast is created and recorded by Candi...

If you are interested in planting native plants to help birds, and you are curious about starting a bird-friendly, native plant initiative in your community, this episode of Birding for Joy is for you. Homegrown National Park HNP Resources National Wildlife Federation-Join the Movement NWF Community Wildlife Habitat Program NWF Tips, Tools, & Videos

In today's episode, we continue discussing how native plants support birds by providing shelter and sources of food, one of the 7 actions we can take to live bird-friendly. 7 Simple Actions to Live Bird Friendly Audubon Native Plant Finder National Wildlife Federation Container Native Gardening by the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center Nurture Native Nature Container Gardening *** This podcas...

In this episode, we discuss why and how native plants support birds. Highlights mentioned: the importance of native plants, bird-friendly habitats, Doug Tallamy, 7 Simple Actions to Live Bird-Friendly, and Audubon's Native Plant Database. 3 Billion Birds Gone Audubon Native Plant Finder 7 Simple Actions to Live Bird Friendly Nature's Best Hope by Doug Tallamy *** This podcast is created an...

Tune in and listen to the whys and hows of participating in the Great Backyard Bird Count community science event and how it contributes to wild bird conservation. Submitting your bird counts to eBird is a simple action to living a bird-friendly life. The Great Backyard Bird Count How to Participate in the GBBC Bird Counting 101 Bird Counting 201 Additional Info on the GBBC Growing Healthy Kids: A...

Did you know that cocoa agriculture greatly impacts wild birds, especially migrating birds? In this episode, Birding for Joy interviews Bryony Angell about bird-friendly chocolate, cocoa, and maple syrup. Tune in and hear about the sweeter side of bird conservation. Bryony Angell's Website Bryony Angell on LinkedIn Zorzal Bird Preserve and Cocoa Production Fruition Chocolate Works Bird-friendl...

Did you know that coffee agriculture has a huge impact on birds? It’s true. In this episode, we hear from Kirstin Hill, the Program Manager at Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute, Migratory Bird Center, and migrate into the fascinating world of Bird Friendly coffee. If listeners are interested in local coffee shops, nature centers, or stores carrying bird-friendly certifi...

Are you ready to help the birds and live a bird-friendly lifestyle? If so, tune in to this episode when we discuss simple, everyday actions we can take to help the birds, nature, and the environment. Smithsonian's Live Bird-Friendly *** This podcast is created and recorded by Candi Lynn Fite Podcast artwork is created by Candi Lynn Fite Music: "Beautiful Rainbow" by Victor Music, Mus...