2023 WORLD BIRDING TRAVEL TALKS
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Coastal South Carolina

Presented by Craig Watson of Ventures Birding
Date: Saturday, May 6, 2023
Time: 10-11 AM
Location: Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge
Fee: Free with registration
Registration Required: Yes
Class Capacity: 40
Date: Saturday, May 6, 2023
Time: 10-11 AM
Location: Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge
Fee: Free with registration
Registration Required: Yes
Class Capacity: 40
Darién: A Panama Birding Adventure

Presented by Carlos Bethancourt of The Canopy Family, Panama
Date: Monday, May 8, 2023
Time: 10-11 AM
Location: Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge
Fee: Free with registration
Registration Required: Yes
Class Capacity: 40
Darién, in far eastern Panama, has long been known to avid birders as an impenetrable haven for rare species. In recent years, this wild and biodiverse region has blossomed into a must-see destination of Central American birding, famous for its localized specialties, South American rarities, and reliable sightings of Harpy and Crested Eagles! Join Carlos Bethancourt, lead guide at the Canopy Family, in-depth study of the region’s most sought-after birds, pristine lowland ecosystems, and rich indigenous culture of this remarkable region.
Date: Monday, May 8, 2023
Time: 10-11 AM
Location: Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge
Fee: Free with registration
Registration Required: Yes
Class Capacity: 40
Darién, in far eastern Panama, has long been known to avid birders as an impenetrable haven for rare species. In recent years, this wild and biodiverse region has blossomed into a must-see destination of Central American birding, famous for its localized specialties, South American rarities, and reliable sightings of Harpy and Crested Eagles! Join Carlos Bethancourt, lead guide at the Canopy Family, in-depth study of the region’s most sought-after birds, pristine lowland ecosystems, and rich indigenous culture of this remarkable region.
Birding in Costa Rica

Presented by Diego Quesada of Sabrewing Nature Tours
Date: Tuesday, May 9, 2023
Time: 10-11 AM
Location: Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge
Fee: Free with registration
Registration Required: Yes
Class Capacity: 40
Join Diego Quesada as he discusses all of the aspects that make Costa Rica such an incredible location for traveling birders. He'll discuss lodges, logistics, and of course the incredible birds that you can see on a trip to Costa Rica. From Caño Negro in the north to San Vito in the south, Diego will show you many of the can’t miss birding spots in this amazing birding destination. Don't miss this chance to learn all about traveling in Costa Rica.
Date: Tuesday, May 9, 2023
Time: 10-11 AM
Location: Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge
Fee: Free with registration
Registration Required: Yes
Class Capacity: 40
Join Diego Quesada as he discusses all of the aspects that make Costa Rica such an incredible location for traveling birders. He'll discuss lodges, logistics, and of course the incredible birds that you can see on a trip to Costa Rica. From Caño Negro in the north to San Vito in the south, Diego will show you many of the can’t miss birding spots in this amazing birding destination. Don't miss this chance to learn all about traveling in Costa Rica.
Brazil's Pantanal: Realm of the Jaguar

Presented by Kevin Loughlin of Wildside Nature Tours
Date: Wednesday, May 10, 2023
Time: 10-11 AM
Location: Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge
Fee: Free with registration
Registration Required: Yes
Class Capacity: 40
In the center of South America lies Brazil’s Pantanal, the world’s largest inland wetland. This immense, seasonally flooded region hosts a breathtaking array of wildlife. It is home to numerous species of wetland birds and endangered species such as Hyacinth Macaw, Giant Anteater, Giant River Otter, and, of course, Jaguar.
Join Kevin as we travel along the Transpantaneira through diverse habitats, from dry grasslands and open scrub to extensive swamps, gallery forests and tranquil rivers, to discover the prolific wildlife of the northern Pantanal.
Date: Wednesday, May 10, 2023
Time: 10-11 AM
Location: Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge
Fee: Free with registration
Registration Required: Yes
Class Capacity: 40
In the center of South America lies Brazil’s Pantanal, the world’s largest inland wetland. This immense, seasonally flooded region hosts a breathtaking array of wildlife. It is home to numerous species of wetland birds and endangered species such as Hyacinth Macaw, Giant Anteater, Giant River Otter, and, of course, Jaguar.
Join Kevin as we travel along the Transpantaneira through diverse habitats, from dry grasslands and open scrub to extensive swamps, gallery forests and tranquil rivers, to discover the prolific wildlife of the northern Pantanal.