Episodes

Migrations in the Quietude, Part 4 (finale)

S5E44 · September 28, 2025 · 25:12

After two hours along Crane River, the birdsongs are still very intense. In this final episode of the season, we’ll continue to listen to the migrant warblers and other songbird spec...

2023-24 Christmas Bird Count Special

S5E · January 9, 2026 · 32:37

The Christmas Bird Count is a census of birds in the western hemisphere that is held between December 14 and January 5 each winter.It was devised originally as an alternative to the ...

The Hermits of Allegheny (Hermit Thrush)

S6E1 · January 9, 2026 · 28:11

It’s almost sunset and I’ve driven to the closest trailhead I see on the map near to where I am camping: a trail leading to Hector Falls, in the Tionesta Scenic Area.More about Hermi...

A Perfect July Morning (Hooded Warbler)

S6E2 · January 11, 2026 · 23:16

It’s my first morning in Allegheny National Forest and the weather is clear and sunny — a perfect July day for recording birdsong.I’ve parked at the same trailhead for Hector’s Falls...

A Sore Sounding Song (Scarlet Tanager)

S6E3 · January 12, 2026 · 28:34

As the hike to Hector Falls continues, Scarlet Tanagers and many other songbird species are encountered.More about Scarlet Tanager: https://www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/Scarlet_Tanage...

Hector Falls, Part 1 (Red-eyed Vireo)

S6E4 · April 16, 2026 · 27:11

We’re approaching Hector’s Falls, and the habitat has changed a bit, with a stream alongside a winding single-track trail.More about the Red-eyed Vireo: https://www.allaboutbirds.org...

Hector Falls, Part 2 (Blue-headed Vireo)

S6E5 · April 19, 2026 · 18:54

I’ve made it to Hector’s Falls - it’s not a very tall waterfall but it is very compelling to look at. The water flows off of a rectangular-shaped rock face, forming a thin silk-sheet...

The Hike Back, Part 1 (Black-throated Green Warbler)

S6E6 · April 21, 2026 · 27:19

I’m beginning my hike back to the main road. One might expect this means we’ll hear the same birds, but that’s not always going to be the case.Some species move around during the day...

The Hike Back, Part 2 (Winter Wren)

S6E7 · April 23, 2026 · 29:11

Hector Falls Forestry Road, Part 1 (Black-throated Blue Warbler)

S6E8 · April 27, 2026 · 28:30

I’ve been driving along the forest road near Hector’s Falls to find some new habitat niches, listening for more songs and sounds. After several hours of hiking, it’s a nice break to ...

Hector Falls Forestry Road, Part 2

S6E9 · April 30, 2026 · 19:21

The back half of the drive along Hector Falls Forestry Road.eBird Checklist for the outing this was recorded during: https://ebird.org/checklist/S115104445Download Merlin Bird ID tod...

Nocturnal Birding (Eastern Whip-poor-will)

S6E10 · May 3, 2026 · 27:49

At the end of the very first episode of this season I mentioned we’ve be coming back to the nocturnal portion of that hike, and here we are!This’ll be less birdsong, more talk and wa...

Introduction to Hickory Creek, Part 1 (Mystery Species)

S6E11 · May 7, 2026 · 21:07

The Hickory Creek Wilderness Trail is a 21km trail that I won't taking in full this year, but perhaps in a future year. For now, I'm going to peek in a bit, and take a listen.eBird C...

Introduction to Hickory Creek, Part 2

S6E12 · May 10, 2026 · 31:02

Eastern Chipmunk, Scarlet Tanager, and Red-eyed Vireo are featured in the last half of this introductory hike to Hickory Creek.eBird Checklist for the outing this was recorded during...

Evening Climb along Deer Lick Run, Part 1 (Dark-eyed Junco)

S6E13 · May 13, 2026 · 28:39

As we ascend one of the trails that follows Deer Lick Run near Sheffield, Hermit Thrushes, Dark-eyed Juncos, Ovenbirds sing their evening songs.Learn more about the Dark-eyed Junco: ...

Evening Climb along Deer Lick Run, Part 2 (Wood Thrush)

S6E14 · May 16, 2026 · 22:59

As we descend the trails of Deer Lick Run, Hermit Thrush songs give way to their Wood Thrush cousins.Learn more about the Wood Thrush: https://www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/Wood_Thrush...