Spring is for the birds! On this episode of Common Air, Louise Snodgrass speaks with Lisa Wilk and Stephen Tarnowski of the Durango Bird Club. The Durango Bird Club brings together people of all experience levels to encourage appreciation, foster enjoyment, and share knowledge of birds and their habitats through regular meetups, field trips, workshops, and seasonal bird counts.
Nearly 96 million Americans identify as birders, according to the 2022 National Survey of Fishing, Hunting, and Wildlife-Associated Recreation. Lisa and Stephen share how the club has become a space for folks to connect with the natural world and to feel a sense of community with fellow birders. They also share the all important role the Durango Bird club plays in citizen science efforts that help track and better understand bird populations.
Tune in to this episode to learn what makes La Plata County such a special place to observe birds and gain some practical tips on getting started. Check out Durango Bird Club on their website: https://durangobirdclub.wixsite.com/mysite
