Jim Hoagland January is one of the best months to go and see sandhill cranes in Arizona, especially at Whitewater Draw Wildlife Area, an ephemeral lake. Once a former 1,500-acre cattle ranch, it was acquired by the Arizona Game and Fish Department in 1997. It is located 55 miles south of Willcox in the southern…
Jim Hoagland This year, more than 80,000 volunteers will participate in the Audubon’s 122nd Christmas Bird Count (CBC) starting on Tuesday, Dec. 14, 2021, through Wednesday, Jan. 5, 2022. It is the longest-running citizen science census survey in the world, starting back in 1900. What is the history of the CBC? Up through the 19th…
Jim Hoagland On our monthly bird surveys on the SaddleBrooke Ranch nature trail, I am often asked, “What binoculars should I get for birding?” Binoculars are the go-to optical tool for most serious birders. Compared to spotting scopes or long-lens cameras, binoculars are more portable and convenient. To answer the question, let’s start by understanding…
Jim Hoagland The SaddleBrooke Ranch Cuckoos’ first ever Birdathon for Tucson Audubon Society was a huge success, not only financially, and a great time was had by the four team members. Thanks to the many donations and pledges from the community, family, and friends, we were able to raise over $4,800 for the Tucson Audubon to help…