(and advanced applications of crow vocal reproduction) American crow vocalizations can be some of the easiest of all bird sounds to produce, but I’ve recently discovered that there are actually people out there who don’t know how to make a crow call. So I’ve created this page to clear up this tragic issue and inspire people with all the knowledge you might need to caw like a crow anytime you so … [Read more...] about How to Make a Crow Call
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Why I’m So Obsessed With Nature
Did you know that nature improves human functioning on mental, physical & emotional levels? I've been a conscious student of nature since 2007, and for me it's a health choice. The "old" skills aren't just for fun. It's about creating a world where we can be healthy, happy & abundantly provided for by the symbiotic balance with nature. Take the next step and get the benefits of … [Read more...] about Why I’m So Obsessed With Nature
How Questions Make You A Better Tracker…
https://youtu.be/9HtAmlwSccc An Essential Skill of Nature Awareness... What is the one essential quality shared by all great trackers? In this short video I'm going to share some of what I've learned about why the art of asking questions lives at the heart of every naturalists toolkit. The secret to discovering nature is all about getting curious. Do you know how to recognize and nurture a … [Read more...] about How Questions Make You A Better Tracker…
How To Cure Nature Deficit Disorder
I Was Shocked When I Realized That I Had Several Symptoms Of Nature Deficit Disorder... I'm just like any other person. I want the same things in life that everybody wants like happiness, success, good relationships, etc. So imagine my amazement when I realized that there was an entire aspect of human psychology that I had been completely ignoring for the first years of my life. The … [Read more...] about How To Cure Nature Deficit Disorder
Squirrels and Bird Language: Detecting Alarms and Calls
Squirrel calls have a lot to teach us as bird language observers. Even though squirrels aren't birds they still have a wide array of vocalizations that can help us understand about the impact of predators & other animals in the landscape such as deer. One of the challenges that comes up with interpreting squirrel alarms is knowing whether their agitated calls are being made for … [Read more...] about Squirrels and Bird Language: Detecting Alarms and Calls
Too Busy For Nature?
https://youtu.be/JCsi3_EFP6E Do you have a busy life? If you're like most people then the answer is yes. But don't let that stop you from getting your daily dose of nature! I want to tell you about how I've been able to maintain my connection to nature even in moments when life is busy and lacking free time. There's really just one requirement that you need to achieve in order to … [Read more...] about Too Busy For Nature?
An Introduction To Bird Language
This page will introduce you to a basic understanding of what bird language is and what you can do with it. I also write about how you can start learning in your own neighborhood. And I made a video you can watch where I share a story that illustrates bird language in action. Enjoy! https://youtu.be/Vu_uiR1NUAA What is Bird Language? Bird Language is the inter-species communication that birds … [Read more...] about An Introduction To Bird Language
Reclaiming Your Humanity With Nature
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What Chickadee Calls Tell You About Bird Language
In many places chickadees are one of the most common birds. This is good news because they’re also a great bird for practicing bird language. Let’s explore some ways to listen in on their conversations and understand what they’re telling us. This article explains how to glean some great information from these tiny flockers. Or you can watch the video and hear it straight from my … [Read more...] about What Chickadee Calls Tell You About Bird Language
How To Get Started In Nature Studies
https://youtu.be/XbJ6pbQvjs8 Awareness Tips For Beginner Naturalists & Trackers Do you ever wish you had skills to know the land like an ancient tracker? The big question is how to get started... We live in a world where the ability to feel confident and connected in the wilderness is becoming a lot less common. So here's how you can do it. If you're serious about wanting to … [Read more...] about How To Get Started In Nature Studies