Nicholas Lund

Contributor, Audubon Magazine

Nicholas Lund lives and birds in southern Maine. He is the outreach and network manager for Maine Audubon and runner of The Birdist blog.

Articles by Nicholas Lund

Birdist Rule #45: Learn to Deal With Incredibly Annoying Bugs
May 19, 2017 — Here are some of the worst bugs you'll encounter while birding, as well as some methods for prevention.
Birdist Rule #110: Use Weather Forecasts to Predict When Migrating Birds Will Arrive
May 11, 2017 — With some basic knowledge, you can greatly increase your chances of seeing your favorite spring migrants.
Birdist Rule #86: Take Advantage of Our Incredible National Park System
April 18, 2017 — It's National Park Week, so go make use of all those excellent birding destinations. There are a lot more than you think.
Birdist Rule #94: Consider a Career in Birds
April 07, 2017 — If birding just isn't enough, there are lots of opportunities out there.
Birdist Rule #70: Get Prepared for Spring Migration
March 23, 2017 — Know where you need to be, when you need to be there, and what you might see.
Birdist Rule #56: Figure Out Your Food Strategy While Birding
March 09, 2017 — Are you a bring-it-from-home type of person, or do you enjoy grabbing your meals on the go?
Birdist Rule #61: Find Your First Phoebe, the Gateway Flycatcher
February 23, 2017 — Identifying flycatchers can be unbelievably frustrating, so start off easy.
Birdist Rule #75: Get a Bird Tattoo, and Make It a Good One
February 16, 2017 — What makes a good bird tattoo you ask? Well, read on!
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.