Hannah and Erik Go Birding

Global BirdFair is the UK's (and maybe the world's?) biggest birding event each year.  Vendors, optics companies, artists, and many more flock to Oakham, UK to enjoy spending time with other birders and seeing what's new in birding.  It's amazing to see 12,500+ birders, 280+ vendors all together because of birds. Main Story Begins at: 8:45 Show notes Global Bird Fair Wings over...

While at Global BirdFair, we learned about Common Swifts and the threats they face.  Hannah Bourne-Taylor is a passionate conservationist that has been working throughout the UK and beyond to protect cavity nesting species, like Common Swifts. Main Story Begins at: 10:05 Show notes  Cougar in Cannon Beach Global Bird Fair Wings over Willapa Birding is the World Brazil trip Spring Chirp Rio Grande...

Scotland is just magnificent with rolling hills, rugged coasts, and plethora of birds!  We explored just a snippet of this beautiful country - but definitely have to get back for more. Main Story Begins at: 6:55 Show notes Global Bird Fair Wings over Willapa Birding is the World Brazil trip Spring Chirp Rio Grande Valley Birding Festival Scottish Seabird Centre The Narrow Alleyway in Prague What B...

Did you know that July is the slowest eBird month?  So, this summer the New York Times and Cornell Lab of Ornithology have come together to spread the word about birding, encourage folks to eBird new locations, and challenge themselves.  Check it out! Main Story Begins at: 11:45 Show notes American Robin Status and Trends New York Times Birding AOS decisions Global Bird Fair Wings over Willapa Bir...

Interested in adding a bit more wildlife in your life?  Consider adding some food, water, cover, and places to raise young for wildlife at your home, business, or other landscapes!  Thank you to Mary Phillips for joining us to tell us what we can do to make an impact. Main Story Begins at: 9:35 Show notes NWF Certification NWF Native Plant Finder NWF Keystone Plants Garden for Wildlife Global Bird...

The Global Big Day is one of our favorite events each year.  Birders join together across the globe on a single day to census birds!  It's great for science, education, and just great fun.  Main Story Begins at: 7:35 Show notes eBird Global Big Day eBird Global Big Day update Global Bird Fair Wings over Willapa Birding is the World Brazil trip Spring Chirp Rio Grande Valley Birding Festival B...

Hannah and Erik stick closer to home in search of a long wanted bird, the Sooty Grouse.  They explore some local logging roads and a few hotspots they've never birded before! Main Story Begins at: 13:05 Show notes Give us a call and leave a voicemail about your Global Big Day at +1 (503) 468-6901. Global Big Day eBird Global Big Day Global Bird Fair STUDY SUGGESTS ‘NOT ALL IS LOST’ FOR IVORY-...

It may not be a particularly birdy trip, but seeing Petra and Wadi Rum is truly an incredible experience!   Thank you to Kowa Sporting Optics for your support! Main Story Begins at: 9:00 Show notes Give us a call and leave a voicemail telling us about your Global Big Day at +1 (503) 468-6901. (We tried WhatsApp and that didn't work - so just call the number, email, or message) *Correction: Er...

After months of talking about it, the big day is finally here!  The Champions of the Flyway competition may be a long day - but is fun trip around Israel to see so many cool birds. Main Story Begins at: 13:20 Show notes Champions of the Flyway Women in Steppe COTF team page Kowascopers COTF team page Hannah’s Blog about the Red-Breasted Goose Global Big Day --- Join our Team! eBird Global Big Day...

After a long journey, we made it to Israel for the Champions of the Flyway.  But first - scouting for the big day!  We visited a few new sites, saw some great birds, and even tried something new. Main Story Begins at: 15:25 Show notes Champions of the Flyway Women in Steppe COTF team page Kowascopers COTF team page Hannah’s Blog about the Red-Breasted Goose Global Big Day eBird Global Big Day Glob...

Rebecca Heisman joined us at the San Diego Bird Festival to talk about her recently released book: Flight Paths, a book about the study of bird migration and the scientists and methods behind it all.   Main Story Begins at: 12:13 Show notes Galveston Featherfest Birdiest Week in America Flight Paths by Rebecca Heisman An Unusual Bloom is Happening in the Anza-Borrego Desert State Park. Here's...

First off - we apologize for going overboard on restaurants and food...but San Diego has SO MANY GREAT OPTIONS!  Anyways, we had a great time at the San Diego Bird Festival, as always, but this year the weather decided to give us a challenge. Main Story Begins at: 11:30 Show notes AOS 2023 proposals San Diego Bird Festival Galveston Featherfest Birdiest Week in America Champions of the Flyway Wome...

Tammah Watts, licensed therapist and birder, just released her first book: Keep Looking Up.  It's all about the healing power of birding and a fantastic read!  She joined us for a live podcast recording at the San Diego Bird Festival .  As it was our first go at recording live at an exhibit hall, please forgive any fluctuations in volume and excessive background noise - we're seasoned pr...

BirdCast uses weather surveillance radar to learn more about bird migration.  It's an amazing interdisciplinary program that helps unveil mysteries in the birding world and relates what is learned to the benefit of birders.   Main Story Begins at: 9:22 Show notes San Diego Bird Fest Galveston Featherfest Birdiest week in America Champions of the Flyway Women in Steppe COTF team page Kowascope...

The Skagit Valley in northwestern Washington is an important site for wintering waterfowl.  And even though they occur in large populations - it can still a while to find! *Erik mentions the latest eBird update information and had to find the details regarding how species are differentiated here: eBird Support page Main Story Begins at: 10:00 Show notes San Diego Bird Fest Galveston Featherfest Bi...

Jason Hall is the founder of the In Color Birding Club, a new(ish) non-profit that strives to make the birding experience a positive one for BIPOC folks and their allies. Main Story Begins at: 8:05 Show notes San Diego Bird Fest Galveston Featherfest Birdiest week in America Champions of the Flyway In Color Birding Club In Color Birding Club on Facebook BIPOC Birding Club of Wisconsin eBird Trip R...

Wrapping up our trip to Florida with reporting on spots that you all suggested!  It took us up to Tallahassee in search of a few rarities and to some beloved sites. PS. Intro is a little long as we discussed a recent review. Main Story Begins at: 18:45 Show notes North Shore Birding Festival San Diego Bird Fest Galveston Featherfest Birdiest Festival in America Champions of the Flyway Birda Sweetw...

One of the main reasons to go to Florida was for the North Shore Birding Festival just north of Orlando!  We saw so many cool birds and went to interesting places.  Can't wait to go back! Main Story Begins at: 11:00 Show notes North Shore Birding Festival San Diego Bird Fest Galveston Featherfest Birdiest Week in America Slow Birding by Joan E. Strassmann Christmas Bird Counts Garibaldi Mexic...

We asked about your favorite spots to bird in Florida - and you all answered!  We traveled throughout Florida to spots mentioned by listeners and we see so many great birds, beautiful places, and enjoy great beer. Main Story Begins at: 13:45 Show notes  North Short Birding Festival San Diego Bird Fest Galveston Featherfest Birdiest week in America Christmas Bird Counts Lincoln’s Beard Brewery Wako...

Another trip to the Rio Grande Valley Birding Festival is in the books!  This time we had a few new spots to explore and birds to see.   This episode is dedicated to Mary Gustafson, an avid birder who mentored and supported many.  Mary, you will be greatly missed by us and so many others. Main Story Begins at: 9:00 Show notes North Shore Birding Festival San Diego Bird Fest Galveston Featherfest B...

We finish off the rest of our (short) adventure to Colombia which includes waiting for antpittas, high elevation hummingbirds, and endangered parrots - this episode is includes a lot! *P.S. apologies for sounding a bit stuffed up! Main Story Begins at: 5:10 Show notes North Short Birding Festival San Diego Bird Fest Galveston Featherfest The Birdiest Week in America Hacienda El Bosque Rio Blanco W...

On our short trip to Colombia, we saw 258 species with over 100 lifers - what an amazing experience.  Listen in for places to go, birds to see, and some background on Colombia. Main Story Begins at: 13:30 Show notes Rio Grande Valley Birding Festival North Short Birding Festival San Diego Bird Fest Galveston Featherfest  Audubon Ecotourism in Colombia Enchanted Garden was closed due to pandemic or...

The Global Bird Weekend was a record-breaking success!  Thousands of birders went birding and contributed to this amazing weekend of birding, sharing, and learning.   Thanks to everyone that joined our team, Go Birding.  We broke our own records as well and we are excited to have you on our team.  Looking forward to the next one! Main Story Begins at: 11:40 Show notes eBird taxonomic update eBird...

What does bird-friendly coffee mean?  Bill Wilson from Birds and Beans Coffee joined us to tell us how it all works and why we should buy bird-friendly. Short pelagic story: 6:00 Main Story Begins at: 10:10 Show notes Global Big Day Smithsonian Bird Friendly Coffee Birds and Beans I'll Take Mine Shade Grown - Pacific Birds Tapping birdwatchers to promote bird-friendly coffee consumption and c...

Everyone wants to take good photos - but that can be tough!  Krisztina from KS Nature Photography joins us to talk about some tips, tricks, and advice for cameras, photography, and more. Main Story Begins at: 11:27 Show notes Global Big Day Join our Global Big Day Team! International Dark Skies Lights out Program National Audubon Birda KS Nature Photography KS Nature Photography Facebook Camera ca...