Meet Jessica Miller
I picked up birding in 2013 and learned quickly while working as a naturalist along the South Carolina coast. I moved to Colorado Springs in 2019 where I now supervise Fountain Creek Nature Center (come inside and tell me what birds I'm missing out there!). I lead the occational birding program at work and also lead monthly "Birds and Brews" outings with Aiken Audubon. I'm also co-chair for the Pikes Peak Birding nad Nature Festival each May in El Paso County.
On my own, my birding varies from hours-long hikes, road trips to chase a rarity, or even planning trips across the country for new birds. While leading others, I appreciate newbies I can share knowledge and excitement with as well as more experienced, serious birders who might find the 'good stuff' for me. When birding as a group, it's all about the team effort and having fun... but getting a great list and some personal goals for everyone is nice!
Meet Gary Witt
I am a near-native Coloradoan living along the Front Range all but three years of my life. I have been keeping an active bird list since 2008. As a retired water resource engineer and hydrogeologist, my clients and projects were scattered throughout the Rocky Mountain west with particular focus in Colorado. I have regularly ventured into all four corners of the state which has allowed me to extend my state bird list over the 400 species plateau. This has exposed me to nearly all of the state's birding habitats.
My initial training as a leader occurred in 2022. I am retired and anticipate leading many trip in the upcoming years. I get excited about helping others develop their birding skills and discovering new bird species so likely will be looking to develop trips to various locations, of various lengths, and various days of the week. I look forward to meeting new people and making new birding friend along the way. My other interests include music (bass guitar, with a little guitar and keyboard thrown in) and photography. While I do photograph a lot of birds, I also enjoy other types of photography (architectural, night, abstract, and landscape). I hope you will likely my friendly low-pressure approach to getting out and observing and enjoying the birds in our great Centennial State.