Every hobby has its essential gear, and birding is no exception. All you need to get started is a field guide, a weather-proof notebook, and an easy-to-use birding app.

Sep 13, 2024 · Websites and apps are also a great source of support for birding. The Cornell Lab of Ornithology’s All About Birds website is a free and fantastic resource with information about …

Dec 30, 2016 · Beyond being a fun family activity, birding clubs and park rangers offer programs where you can meet other people and look for birds together, pooling knowledge and …

Feb 11, 2026 · eBird transforms your bird sightings into science and conservation. Plan trips, find birds, track your lists, explore range maps and bird migration—all free.

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Perhaps you’ve been an appreciator of birds for a while, but are uncertain about how to take the next step into birding as an activity. Check out this infographic that we hope you will find useful …

Bird Academy’s self-paced online courses, videos, and free webinars help you learn bird identification, behavior, art, photography, and more.

This website collects tips for birding from local birders and descriptions and maps of eBird hotspots from eBird and other websites. In eBird, hotspots are shared locations where birders …

If you are just getting started with birding, we offer these tips and resources for beginner birders. This registry is your guide to finding bird festivals and other birding events across the U.S. and …

1 day ago · New research shows that seasoned birders — including older adults — had denser tissue in parts of the brain tied to attention and perception.