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Birdwatching Tours

Wyoming is not always thought of as a birding destination, but its habitat diversity and open public lands make it an incredible place to observe numerous species of birds. Habitats in the state include riparian corridors, open sagebrush with scattered grasslands, and conifer dominated mountains which rise to a high alpine atmosphere. A bird's habitat is its home; thus knowing the habitats can be a key to finding the birds or locating a specific bird for the Life List. Depending on the time of year numerous species of birds can be seen or observed. Read a customer review

What birds you might see

Waterfowl are plentiful in the riparian areas and include Barrow's Goldeneye, the colorful Cinnamon Teal, and possibly the elegant Trumpeter Swan. Sandhill Cranes nest in the local wetlands as Red-winged Blackbirds trill out their territorial songs and Wilson's Snipe winnow overhead. Soaring raptors can be seen at any time including Northern Harriers, Swainson's Hawks, or a soaring Bald Eagle. The often overlooked sagebrush complex offers another group of notables including the Greater Sage Grouse, Brewer's Sparrow, Sage Thrasher, and possibly a Short-eared Owl. The mature aspen groves in the foothills of the mountains are home to a number of woodpeckers and passerines, including spectacularly colorful species such as the Mountain Bluebird and Western Tanager. With a little luck we might even spot one of our seldom-seen owls or get a glimpse of a Sora Rail wading through the cattails.

Why I provide tours

I am intimately familiar with the Sublette County, Wyoming birding scene, spending numerous hours in the field at any time of the year. I not only use my vision to locate birds but more often I listen for it's song or call. Besides locating and identifying a species, I am always observing bird behavior. Birding is a life-long passion of mine.

Types of tours available

I can tailor a trip to your level of birdwatching experience and physical abilities. For beginners, the trip will include many tips on improving your birding skills, such as taking in the entire habitat, bird signs, and identifying bird songs and calls. For experienced birders and Life Listers, I may be able to show you a specific bird or we can intensely try for as many species as possible in a set amount of time. Typically early morning hours are utilized to take advantage of the best bird activity. With birding being the emphasis, we will also identify wildflowers and observe the abundant wildlife of the area.

Booking a birdwatching tour

I guide under Two Rivers Emporium's public land permits. For more information and pricing please check their website at www.2rivers.net.

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