Meet Jill Boice
I have been "intentionally" birding since about 2002. I am an enthusiastic watcher of bird behavior, but even after all these years can only identify a small number of sparrows, shorebirds or warblers on sight. If only they would hold still! If you come on a trip with me, hope that one of the many really skillful DFO leaders comes along, or be prepared that we ponder ID's together. But we will have a good trip, no matter where one goes, there will always be something new to learn.
Generally, I like to lead walking trips at a somewhat ambling pace, generally local and maybe all morning or 2/3 day. Once I am out of the car, I don't want to get back in and drive again much.
I am also a raptor monitor at Cherry Creek State Park.
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.