Hannah and Erik Go Birding

On the last bit from our 2022 European Trip, we explored the birds, foods, and some historic sights around Amsterdam.  We mention several times that it was very hot when we visited, this article , talks about the heat wave that part of Europe experienced. Main Story Begins at: 11:15 Show notes Global Bird Fair Global Big Day Birda Vondelpark Park Plaza Vondelpark Hotel Westerpark   eBird Checklist...

Another highlight of our trip to England was experiencing the Wader Spectacular at the Snettisham Nature Reserve - just about two hours from BirdFair.  The show the shorebirds put on definitely lives up to it's name! Main Story Begins at: 14:44 Show notes Global BirdFair Royal Society for the Protection of Birds Woman, Watching By Merilyn Simonds RSPB Snettisham Birda eBird Checklist: Snettis...

Global BirdFair was unlike any bird event we have ever seen before - listen in to hear why! And of course, we snuck some birding in too at Rutland Water and searching for Tawny Owls.  *Bird Nerd Giveaway: Assign a bird to a specific date  and tell us why (i.e. November 11: Great Kiskadee because I usually get to see Great Kisakadees that day! -Deadline is August 23 - one winner will be randomly se...

Visiting RSPB Bempton Cliffs to see Atlantic Puffins, Razorbills, and Northern Gannets was a dream come true!  Stunning scenery, amazing birds, and more await you at this site on the UK coastline. Main Story Begins at: 8:30 Show notes Global Bird Fair RSPB Bempton Cliffs Bempton Cliffs Wiki “Chalk” from Chalk cliffs   eBird Checklist: RSPB Bempton Cliffs Birds mentioned: Atlantic Puffin Razorbill...

Birding can take you to some pretty interesting places.  This time, birding took us to a part of Oregon that we never really explored: Mount Hood!  We enjoyed some gorgeous views, high elevations species, and an unforgettable experience riding the Magic Mile Chairlift! Main Story Begins at: 11:33 Show notes International Conference for Women Birders Global Bird Fair Audubon For the Birds: BirdSong...

The Willamette Valley offers an incredible selection of vineyards to explore and wines to taste.  Hannah and Erik enjoyed an afternoon at Raptor Ridge Winery, a vineyard that embraces their local wildlife.  Wallace, the winery's general sales manager, joins in to discuss how they keep birds in mind. Also, listen in for the answers to Season 4's secret questions AND a bonus #BirdNerdGivea...

Have you heard about the Spring Chirp?  It's a boutique festival in the spring in the Rio Grande Valley!  Hannah and Erik had never been to a "boutique festival", so they had to check it out. Main Story Begins at: 10:08 Show notes International Conference for Women Birders Global Bird Fair Spring Chirp Don Birria Tacos Y Mas Laguna Atascosa NWR South Padre Island Birding Center Este...

Marcie from Land Sea and Sky joined us to give us the lowdown on optics.  Great information if you are in the market for some new equipment or just want to learn more about what you already carry!  Thank you to everyone that submitted questions! #BirdNerdGiveaway: Win a prize pack courtesy of Valley Nature Center by telling us your answer to... what is your dream optic, maybe you already own it OR...

Israel offers incredible birding and the Champions of the Flyway is a fun, unique way to experience much of what southern Israel has to offer.  Hannah and Erik take you through the rest of scouting and then the competition!  Did they win?  You'll have to listen in to find out! *Correction: near the end Erik said Marbled Godwit was found by another team but missed by his team but Erik meant Ba...

You had travel questions - we answered.  Listen in for birding travel information and then our first day exploring Israel! Birding travel questions begin at: 12:30 Israel Day 1 begins at: 52:30 Show notes Champions of the Flyway Global BirdFair Ray Brown's Talkin’ Birds Optics loaner program webpage Blue hotel Barbis diner Society for the protection of nature in Israel "Hello Robin"...

Window strikes are a huge killer of migratory and resident birds - but there is something you can do to fix that.  Dr. Daniel Klem joined us to talk about his recent book, Solid Air: Invisible Killer - Saving Billions of Birds from Windows .  He answers the big questions about why this is a problem and what can be done to solve it. Please be advised that there is some conversation regarding bird d...

Hannah and Erik were excited to return to the San Diego Bird Fest for another year of biking and birding - but this time they decided to road trip it down which ended up in a few lifers and cool birding spots. Main Story Begins at: 10:20 Show notes Backyard bird shop interview episode: January 28th, 2021 Season 3 episode 16 Champions of the Flyway Global Bird Fair All Birds San Diego Bird Festival...

Matt Kracht believes that birds are fascinating, wonderful....but also idiotic jerks.  He recently published his second book roasting some of our most beloved species.  Matt's field guide is full of humor, vulgarity...and some great bird information perfect for birders and non-birders with a sense of humor about birding.   Main Story Begins at: 8:50 Show notes Hannah's 10,000 Birds Blog...

The Flock to Marion cruise was the culmination of our South Africa trip.  Tune in for more about the trip, what it's like to cruise around the Southern Ocean, and more! Don't forget about our #BirdNerdGiveaway and your chance to win a copy of The Field Guide to Dumb Birds of the Whole Stupid World by Matt Kracht.  By March 22, 2022, send us your answer to...What is your creative, made-up...

Mouse-free Marion is an upcoming project to eradicate house mice from Marion Island, part of the Prince Edward Islands between South Africa and Antarctica.  Hannah and Erik interview Dr. Anton Wolfaardt, the project manager of the Mouse-free Marion Project.  Listen in for more about Marion Island, the project, and how you can help. Interview Begins at: 12:07 Show notes San Diego Bird Festival Mous...

Seven days touring through South Africa reduced down to one hour and some change...phew!  Join us for our whirlwind trip through KwaZulu-Natal and Lesotho!  Bit more logistics than species...so make sure to check out our trip list added below for more species. Main Story at: 13:30 Show notes San Diego Bird Festival Champions of the Flyway Protea (genus of plants) Celestron Elements Rockjumper Maru...

Hannah and Erik finish out their time in Uganda with a last birding stop in Murchison Falls National Park and the African Bird Expo.  They saw a lot on the trip - but there is always a reason to come back for more! Show notes San Diego Bird Festival Bird Uganda Safaris Ride 4 a Woman Lodge Murchison Falls Wiki African Bird Expo Entebe Botanical Gardens Judith Mirembe (Shoebill_chic)   eBird hotspo...

Hannah and Erik take you back to Uganda for a few more of the key spots and experiences they had.  We start off in Queen Elizabeth National Park, explore Kibale Forest National Park, and lastly, Murchison Falls National Park.  So many places to go and things to see! Main Story at: 9:30 Show notes San Diego Bird Festival Bird Uganda Safaris Enganzi Lodge Queen Elizabeth National Park Pakuba Safari...

Buckle up for the first half of birding in Uganda!  We see Shoebills at Mbamba Swamp, hear warthogs rooting outside our tent at Lake Mburo National Park , and appreciate the beauty and solitude of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest  with Mountain Gorillas. Main Story at: 10:40 Show notes San Diego Bird Festival Bird Uganda Safaris E.O. Wilson ; Jerri Liguori ; Curt Rawn Thousands of Cranes Die   eBird hot...

On our way to Uganda to get started on the familiarization tour that was part of the African Bird Expo, we had a long layover in Dubai....so we took that opportunity to bird another part of the world! Don’t forget our #BirdNerdGiveaway!  Tell us a birding festival you’ve been to - or would like to go to. Deadline is December 28. Email, use the hashtag, or message us with your answer.  Main Story a...

As always, we had an amazing time at the Rio Grande Valley Birding Festival.  Finishing up our report with chasing vagrants, eating, Big Day-ing, and some more new stuff to see and do. Main Story at: 10:00 Show notes Rio Grande Valley Birding Festival Sabal Palm Sanctuary Station 1 Bar and Grill La Playa Mexican Cafe   eBird hotspots Texas Big Day Fork-tailed Flycatcher Birds Mentioned Crimson-col...

It sure feels good to get back to the Rio Grande Valley for the annual birding festival!  Friends, fun, food, and birds - what more could you want?  Listen in for new places to go and old favorites. Main Story at: 11:00 Show notes Rio Grande Valley Birding Festival San Diego Bird Festival Parthenogenesis in Condors Audubon for All Nana’s Taqueria SpaceX website Rocket Ranch Smoke BBQ Battle of Pal...

The winds a-howlin' and there's birds zipping past! Hannah and Erik give seawatching a concerted effort and improve their seawatching skills.  And Dr. Sarah Saunders and David Pavlik join to discuss storms, birds, and how a changing climate will impact that. #BirdNerdGiveaway: Enter to win hot sauce from Aves Spice Co. by emailing, responding to our posts, or using #BirdNerdGiveaway with...

Hannah and Erik sneak in a little birding on a family Disneyland trip.  They visit a few nearby hotspots for some targets and even get a lifer in Disneyland!   Bird Nerd Giveaway: 5:30 Main Story at: 13:15 Show notes Elegant Tern Drone Article Asbury Games ; coupon code: GOBIRDING for 20% off, ends Nov. 7 Stormy Weather Arts Festival Rio Grande Valley Birding Festival San Diego Bird Festival Upper...

Teacher Tom joins Hannah and Erik to discuss TikTok and what's that got to do with birds.  Also, listen in for this month's Bird Nerd Giveaway!  To participate use #BirdNerdGiveaway on social media or email us at HannahandErikGoBirding@gmail.com with your answer to the following question: What kind of non-traditional big year have you done or would you like to do? One winner will be rand...