Twitcher’s Patch: the Birding Blog of Hilton Head Island and Beyond
Welcome to Twitcher’s Patch—a blog where passionate birders (“twitchers”) and nature lovers can discover the magic of their favorite birdwatching spots (“patches”) across Hilton Head Island, the Lowcountry and beyond.
Twitcher’s Patch is where I share stories and observations from time spent watching birds on Hilton Head Island, throughout the South Carolina Lowcountry, and in places farther afield. A patch is more than a birding location—it is a place returned to often enough to recognize its birds, habitats, seasons, and changing rhythms.
Here you will find articles about bird behavior, migration, and breeding; photography techniques, creative practice, and ethics; habitat, weather, and conservation; birding places and journeys; and practical guides for spending more rewarding time in the field. Each story grows from firsthand observation and a commitment to respectful birding and wildlife photography.
Whether you are hoping to better understand what birds are doing, strengthen your photography, prepare for a birding outing, or experience a landscape through its wildlife, Twitcher’s Patch invites you to look more closely—one place, one bird, and one story at a time.
Birds and Reflections Through Time: Rediscovering Bakers Bridge in the San Juans of Southwestern Colorado
Explore birdwatching at Bakers Bridge in the San Juan Mountains north of Durango, Colorado. Experience detailed birding field notes, a full bird species checklist, river and habitat descriptions, and reflections inspired by classic bird guides. Discover Steller’s Jay, Northern Flicker, Woodhouse’s Scrub Jay, and more along the Animas River. Ideal for birders, photographers, and nature enthusiasts searching for Colorado birding hotspots and history.