Andrew Staufer
A native of Kalamazoo, Michigan, Andrew began observing nature early in childhood. Growing up on his family’s six-acre property gave him plenty of opportunities to foster his love of the outdoors, which began with butterflies and bees, then expanded to wildflowers and trees, and eventually to animals and birds. Several species captivated him early on, […]
Brendan Leddy
An avid Michigan birder, Brendan’s ornithological journey began with a third-grade science fair project titled “What Birds Come to What Feeders?” Soon after, he joined the Oakland Audubon Society (now the Oakland Bird Alliance), logging his first eBird checklist at just 11 years old. After discovering a Varied Thrush in his backyard, flocks of birders […]
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Tyler McClain
With more than 20 years of experience in the field, Tyler McClain is a lifelong birder who knows Ohio’s birdlife inside and out. Growing up immersed in the state’s diverse habitats, he built a strong foundation in identification, ecology, and field skills that now shapes his work as a guide. He is especially knowledgeable about […]
