Birdwatching Tour Blogs

Birdwatching Tour Blogs

I have been blessed to travel frequently; working as a naturalist and bird watching tour co-leader, seeking out such exotic species as Whooping Cranes in Texas, King Eiders in Alaska, Toucans in Honduras and Hornbills in Borneo.   Visit my birdwatching travel blogs...

America Speaks Up!

As a scientist and environmental educator, I feel that I must add my two-cents to the November 2016 election results. There’s just too much at stake. I’ve never been a ‘political’ person, and I’m ashamed to admit that the only voice...
Becoming Friends With Your Watercolor Palette

Becoming Friends With Your Watercolor Palette

I love to reconnect with the natural world by taking my watercolor set out in the field. If you’ve dreamed of doing the same, but the idea is daunting to you, I suggest starting at the beginning by learning to mix and match colors. Getting to know your...

My Manifesto

I wholeheartedly believe: Getting stung by a jellyfish or bitten by a leech is a small price to pay for experiencing the raw beauty of wild nature. I would rather spend a day out hiking or skinny dipping than going to a mall. I think insects and snakes aren’t creepy...