Courses, Events and Resources

Also check out my bird guides on identifying local birds and birding hot spots on the book page on this site.

Resources

Wildlife Photography Training and Support

If you are a wildlife photographer, I recommend joining the Journal of Wildlife Photography. Benefits include:

Monthly 90-minute live training sessions with award-winning wildlife photographers

30-minute live Q&A after each training to get personalized advice

Monthly themed photo contest with $500 cash prizes per skill level (Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced)

Quarterly digital magazine packed with deep-dive tutorials, gear tips, photo critiques, and conservation features

Monthly photo critique sessions reviewing 4–5 non-winning contest images — giving members actionable feedback

Skill-based contest entry — fair and rewarding for all experience levels

Access to a full archive of all past trainings, critiques, and magazine issues

Private community space to share photos, ask questions, and receive support

Local Birding

For local birding, I recommend joining the St. Johns Regional Audubon. They offer regular bird walks throughout the area with knowledgeable guides.