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About the Guide: My name is Ari and I am a second generation Maine Guide, specializing in survival and primitive skills, naturalist skills, birding and wildlife tracking and viewing, as well as offering customized experiences for clients. I was born and raised on the Maine coast and have been surrounded by nature my entire life. I have a deep passion for birding and naturalist skills and love sharing this passion with others. I have maintained a wide range of wilderness skills, including a Wilderness First Responder certification, which allows me to safely take clients into the wild and provide unforgettable experiences. I started my guide business, Blackbird Guide Services, LLC during the start of the Covid-19 pandemic, knowing that eventually I want to work for myself, guiding folks on amazing outdoor adventures in our gorgeous state of Maine. I currently also work as a marine biologist for the State of Maine and bring some of those skills to my coastal ecology courses, in addition to an in depth knowledge of the coastal birds commonly found in Maine. My hope is to create a safe, welcoming, and engaging space for folks of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds to experience nature and challenge themselves in ways that feel supported and celebrated. I look forward to adventuring with you soon!What is the Spring Birding Extravaganza?
One of the joys of spring is the return of birds of all shapes, sizes and colors. Who doesn’t love stepping outside to a chorus of birdsong or catching a glimpse of bright red or yellow in the trees? The new warmth of spring and the longer days draws birds to make their spring migration. The window of time before the leaves come out provides a perfect opportunity to get a good look at our feathered neighbors. To help you identify and learn more about our local birds, several conservation groups collaborate each spring to offer the Birding Extravaganza! Looking for other bird walks? Check out our fellow partnering organizations: Harpswell Heritage Land Trust, Kennebec Estuary Land Trust, Cathance River Education Alliance and Maine Coast Heritage Trust.
