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Hannah Buschert and Erik Ostrander

Hannah and Erik Go Birding

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Hannah and Erik Go Birding

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There's leaves crunching underfoot and fog in the air...that means school is just about in session!  However, in 2020 many students are returning to a virtual classroom, which means more time spent in front of a computer and less time outside.
The first-ever Citizen Science Day was held in 2016 and the citizen science teams at Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County and California Academy of Sciences dreamed up a fun way to capitalize on their home cities’ friendly rivalry and h
"I love puffins. They are small, round gothic birds, and their babies are called pufflings."~ Caitlin MoranTufted Puffins are whimsical birds found along the West Coast of the United States from Central California up through Alaska - but for ho
Part field guide, part travel book, Must-See Birds of the Pacific Northwest is full of great information for birders, nature enthusiasts, and travelers.Hannah and Erik chat with author, Sarah Swanson, about the book she wrote with her husband,
Hannah and Erik join the San Diego Audubon Society's Dune Defenders to rid the landscape of a nasty plant, Puncturevine, in an effort to restore and protect habitat for the local subspecies of Least Tern, the California Least Tern.  Megan Flahe
Jeff Bouton is a dedicated and expert digiscoper.  In 2023, he accidentally did a digiscoping Big Year amounting over 1,000 species caught on camera using his iPhone and Kowa spotting scope.  Listen in to hear all about digiscoping, Jeff's digi
San Diego has so much to offer - good restaurants and bars, beaches, outdoor recreation... and birds!  We've been to San Diego many times, so we were on the lookout for some new places to explore for drinks and birds.  Main Story Begins at: 9:4
Going on a cruise?  It can be hard to get some birding in!  But we believe in trying to bird wherever you can - so we did!  Our cruise took us to Princess Cay, Puerto Rico, and Grand Turk and we were able to see some great birds while checking
Back in Florida - at least for a day!  Before going on a "company retreat/family wedding" cruise, we had a day to bird the Fort Lauderdale/Miami area.  Good food, sunny skies, and cherished birds!  Luckily for us, there was a free walk with Tro
In the second half of our West Africa trip, we spent it birding in various spots along the River Gambie.  West Africa may not be as high on your bucket list, but it is definitely has  unique spots, wonderful residents and visitors, and of cours
Sax-Zim Bog in Minnesota is a fascinating birding spot that is great for winter exploration.  But be aware, it is COLD and takes a bit of effort to find those birds.  Sparky, executive director of Friends of Sax-Zim Bog, joined us to discuss th
Why do birders visit Senegal?  Is it for the warm climate, good food, or plethora of easily viewable, interesting birds? Yes, yes, and yes!  Listen in for trees of Scissor-tailed Kites, cool lodges, and some travel tips.Main Story Begins at: 10
We love birding and work to connect folks with birds, so it's always great to connect with others who have that goal in mind too!  Birda is a fun, free app where you can learn about birds, report your postings, and connect with other birders.Ma
The Rio Grande Valley is an incredible place to see birds and the festival is a great time to see them!  This year we visited a new spot, saw a new bird, and had an amazing time at the Rio Grande Valley Birding Festival.Main Story Begins at: 12
*NOTE* We briefly discuss the recent news regarding the elimination of eponyms in bird names.  We want to remind all our listeners that we are not experts on this topic and this is a complex issue.  We do feel very strongly that all birders sho
We spent our last few days in Oaxaca birding a few different areas, seeing Monte Alban, and exploring with a Free Walking Tour.  Oaxaca has a lot to offer with birds, good food, things to see, and places to explore!*CORRECTION: We incorrectly m
Oaxaca is a hotspot for food, history, culture, and... birds!  In this episode, we really dive into the food, mezcal, and logistics of Oaxaca, as well as our first day of birding.  The state of Oaxaca boasts the biggest bird count out of any in
We got to visit one of our local festivals this time!  The Wings over Willapa, hosted by the Friends of Willapa National Wildlife Refuge, celebrates the people, art, and birds of the Willapa National Wildlife Refuge which is an important stopov
Going out on a pelagic boat trip is always an exciting experience.  Fresh air, the salt spray, and the unknown of what birds you might find!  We went on a pelagic out of Garibaldi, Oregon that had lots of unexpected surprises.Main Story Begins
While at Global BirdFair, Mark Pearson from Yorkshire Coast Nature joined us to talk about his suggestions for birding throughout the UK, best seasons to go, and what to know!  Bird Nerd Giveaway: One randomly selected entry will win Window Col
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 amazi
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.M
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: 6:55Show notesGlobal Bird FairWings ov
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
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 c
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