On this week's episode, I am helping you prepare for your next avian adventure! Pack your pen and paper because we are getting into the NITTY GRITTY world of travel birding! I will share a few of my birding experiences across Europe and South America, filled with many-a-feathered friend and breathtaking views.

I'll be delivering some birdy tips on how to effectively plan your own trips to see the birds. You'll find valuable advice on finding prime birding spots, useful gear, questions to ask locals, and how to set expectations along the way.

PLUS, exciting news! I'll be launching custom birding travel itineraries on my Linktree, so you can focus on packing with your detailed birding plan in hand.

This is an episode that you're sure to find inspiring and informational, with lots of joy along the way.

In this episode of That Quirky Bird Girl, we dive into the small yet impactful ways we can empower the bird lover within ourselves and support our chunky bird friends. I’ll chat tips to enhance your birding adventures to exciting legislative changes being championed by politicians and activists, this episode is for new and experienced birders alike. We also discuss the Merlin app, a game-changing tool for bird enthusiasts, and spotlight our ‘Chirper of the Week,’ Joe, for his amazing contributions to our community!

Don’t forget to join me live at 9 p.m. EST on Wednesday for a Q&A session, tune into ‘StephSquawks’ on Thursday at 9 p.m. EST for some fun bird calls, and come birding with me this Saturday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. EST. For resources, updates, and more, visit my Linktree. Together, we will make a flocking difference!

In this episode, we’re diving into the many lessons birds teach us about embracing who we are—quirks, strengths, and all! From the bold strut of a Eurasian Oystercatcher to the unshakable resilience of a Blue Jay (even in the face of a Red Tailed Hawk!), we’ll explore how our feathered friends inspire us to rise above the chaos of daily life and reconnect with what truly matters. Stick around for some fun and practical tips on birdwatching your way—because there’s no right way to love birds! Let’s laugh, learn, and grow together as we figure out how to be(ak) ourselves!