Birding for Boomers: And Everyone Else Brave Enough to Embrace the World’s Most Rewarding and Frustrating Activity

For all those who wonder about the magic allure that continues to attract the public to birdwatching, scientist Sneed Collard has assembled all the information that a rookie might need. Whether an aging boomer or a puzzled juvenile, the nitty gritty basics of birdwatching are plainly outlined in short informational chapters.

What kind of binoculars to use to increase vision, the clothing and snacks useful on these forays, the apps that help identify the sight and sound of birds, and of course, how to identify these elusive flying creatures. Check out the shape of the creature, size, color and other features and rely on field guides for descriptions.

All the basic information about birding is presented in a friendly conversational style, while colorful illustrations pepper the pages and highlight the text. Topics about bird feeding and feeders are addressed, along with cat predation problems, and plantings that encourage bird visits.

Find the best local sites for bird watching or try a bird-cation to faraway places while capturing these elusive birds with photographic skills. The author simplifies the mystique of this hobby and cheerfully invites the novice, no matter the age, to join in the activity.