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Birds of November

Birds of November

Some text goes here for Birds of November. This time of year I hear geese overhead often while walking. Some text goes here for Birds of November. Some text goes here for Birds of November. Some text goes here for Birds of November. Some text goes here for Birds of...

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My little ‘Big Month’

My little ‘Big Month’

One of my favorite movies is The Big Year. I saw it years ago, and it’s now my go-to movie to watch while doing chores. I’ve watched it so often that I don’t need to pay close attention, as I know many lines and scenes by heart. The scenery in the film is beautiful,...

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A Seasonal Spotlight: Varied Thrush

A Seasonal Spotlight: Varied Thrush

My town experienced its inaugural winter storm, a medley of snow, sleet, and ice. Amidst the picturesque winter setting, a bird stole the spotlight with its striking orange and black plumage – the Varied Thrush. Despite being a summer enthusiast, I found joy sitting...

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Hey there!

Writing this blog about birding is my way of sharing my adventure of getting into birding. It’s not about perfect pictures and moments but a beginner birder’s natural, messy experiences. I’m sharing it all through all the highs and lows, the “wow” moments, and the “what’s going on?” times. Expect some excitement, a bit of confusion, and a whole lot of genuine curiosity.

Spending time outdoors birding has given me more chances to appreciate the little things I enjoy, like flowers, clouds, and the creatures we share our world with. I’ll be sharing my photos and stories about those, too!

Bird Nerd Stats

I’ll be tracking the different bird species I’ve seen year to date, the number of birds I can identify by their song and my final count for my Little ‘Big Month’ this past May.

Bird Species Count to Date

Identify Bird by Songs

My Little 'Big Month' final count