From the beginning, I knew one thing: if we were going to create a truly exceptional birding retreat, I needed expert ornithological guidance paired with flawless operations.
I’ve spent years learning the rhythms of premier birding hotspots—from Bolivar Flats and Smith Oaks Rookery to the quieter marshes and backroads most visitors overlook. I’m committed to deepening my ornithological knowledge and am continuing my education with the Cornell Lab of Ornithology’s advanced birding courses and certified interpretive guide training.
Professionally, I’ve led complex operations—from large-scale hotel renovations to multi-team emergency response projects. I bring that same discipline to every Premier Birding Tours retreat.
My role: Hour-by-hour planning around migration patterns, tides, and guest comfort. Transportation, lodging, meals, pacing—every detail that lets you focus entirely on the birds.
The partnership: Each tour includes a dedicated local expert guide for 2 days. While our local guide calls the sightings and shares deep regional expertise, I manage the logistics so everything runs seamlessly.
The local guide calls the birds. I manage the experience. You enjoy both
Every Premier Birding Tours retreat includes a dedicated local expert guide for 2 days of the tour.
Expert in subtropical specialties, wintering raptors, and South
Specialist in wading birds, shorebirds, and tropical species across Florida's premier hotspots
Guide experienced in spring migration at Bolivar Flats, High Island, and Smith Oaks Rookery
Seasoned hawk-watching expert at America's premier fall migration destination
Specialist in coastal seabirds and California's unique migration corridors
Premier Birding Tours was founded on a simple belief: exceptional birding experiences require both expert ornithological knowledge and flawless logistics.
We don’t believe you should choose between seeing amazing birds and being comfortable. You shouldn’t manage schedules while trying to identify a warbler.
That’s why we split the roles:
The result? Expert birding. Comfortable travel. Unforgettable memories.
Every detail is planned—from timing and locations to lodging and meals—so you can fully focus on the birds and the experience.
Our goal is simple: deliver an unforgettable birding experience built on expertise, passion, and respect for the natural world.
