Nicholas Lund

About

Nicholas Lund lives and birds in southern Maine. He is the outreach and network manager for Maine ̽��ѡ and runner of blog.

Articles by Nicholas Lund

Birdist Rule #42: Discover the Thrill of Chasing a Rare Bird

February 09, 2017 — There's nothing like the excitement—and dread—that comes from driving across multiple states to possibly see a rarity.

Birdist Rule #7: Take a Kid Birding

February 03, 2017 — Helping the next generation learn the joys of birding is important, but first you have to make it fun. Try these tips.

Birdist Rule #106: Go Find Yourself a Bufflehead

January 26, 2017 — Ready to move on from Mallards? Start with these adorable little ducks.

Birdist Rule #93: Understand How Different Raptors Are Built to Hunt Their Prey

January 19, 2017 — Other than just being cool to know, it can also help you find and identify them.

Birdist Rule #29: Try Birding After Dark

January 12, 2017 — It can be a challenge, but it can also be highly rewarding.

Birdist Rule #99: Make Some New Year's Birding Resolutions

January 05, 2017 — Let 2017 be your best birding year yet.

Birdist Rule #50: Learn to Live with Bird Errors in TV and Movies

December 29, 2016 — Don't let the frustration drive you insane.

Putting Merlin's New Bird Photo ID Tool to the Test

December 20, 2016 — We tried out the app's newest feature using photos from an SLR camera, smartphone pictures, and even our subpar art skills.

Birdist Rule #102: Travel Like a Birder

December 16, 2016 — Birds are everywhere, so always be ready.

Birdist Rule #48: Buy Birders a Gift They’ll Actually Use

December 08, 2016 — The answer isn’t just “put a bird on it.”

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