Biking for Birds:
365 days, 18,000 miles, 618 species,
1 amazing adventure

Presented by: Dorian Anderson

On January 1st, 2014, Dorian Anderson boarded his bicycle for an eco-friendly twist on the classic birdwatching Big Year, a project during which a birdwatcher tries to maximize the number of bird species observed during a calendar year. Where his predecessors utilized cars, planes, boats, and even helicopters, Anderson pedaled his bicycle 18,000 miles through 28 states during his first-of-its-kind bicycle Big Year. He saw the country like no birder before him, overcame immeasurable physical and mental challenges, and found an incredible 618 species by year’s end.

Anderson will speak about the genesis of his bike-birding project, provide a recount of his travels, highlight the birds he saw, and reveal how his adventure changed his life. His personality and enthusiasm are unparalleled, and his tales of birding, cycling, extreme weather, landscapes, accidents, and self-discovery will inspire others looking to make positive changes in their own lives.

To sign-up for this online event, email meetings@sacramentoaudubon.org