Follow the Birds. Connect Globally.
Be part of the 3-day online global Bird Migration Gathering (Oct 23–25)
Stories of migration turn birding into belonging
Featuring world-renowned speakers like Scott Weidensaul & Craig Foster
Save $25 when you register by October 13.
Your ticket includes instant access to The Gathering Place–a private forum where connections begin right away.
$25 off ends in…
On your own, birding can feel limiting. At the Bird Migration Gathering, it becomes expansive, with people from around the world sharing your joy.
At The Bird Migration Gathering, you’ll:
Connect Globally
Meet bird lovers from around the world through live kickoffs, interactive sessions, and evening fun.
Be Inspired
Hear stories that expand how you see and experience birds — and yourself.
Know Belonging
Celebrate birds and the people who follow them in a global circle of connection.
Bird Migration Connects Us Across the Planet
Birds trace invisible lines across the sky — and when we follow them, we discover each other.
At this Gathering, you’ll share migration stories with bird lovers from every corner of the globe —
And walk away connected to a worldwide community.
This gathering is where your story joins the global migration.
Turn Birding Into a Shared Global Experience
Here, you’ll join stories of migration from scientists, artists, storytellers, and bird lovers worldwide.
What you'll experience at the Bird Migration Gathering:
Stories that inspire — culture, place, and meaning in every flight path.
Global voices sharing migration journeys across continents.
Guidance from artists + scientists to expand how you see birds (and yourself).
A movement of belonging — birding as shared joy, not just a solo pursuit.
Join bird lovers worldwide in minutes.
This Is Where Birding Becomes Community
Your joy in birding becomes a shared celebration — every story expanding your world, every voice reminding you that you belong.
Meet the guides who will inspire and connect you with a worldwide circle of bird lovers.
“Scott Weidensaul ranks among an elite group of writer-naturalists.”
Los Angeles Times
Scott Weidensaul
New Hampshire, USA
Following Migration Across Hemispheres
Craig Foster
Cape Town, South Africa
Intimacy With the Wild
Dan Puplett
Scotland, UK
Reading Nature’s Hidden Stories
Julie Zickefoose
Ohio, USA
Personal Habitats, Avian Individuals
Jon Young
California, USA
Bird Language and Ancient Wisdom
George Bumann
Montana, USA
Sculpting Stories of the Wild
Lynn Wickersham
(Colorado, USA)
Mindful Science in the Field
Richard Fuller
Queensland, Australia
Migration Without Borders
Elizabeth Mills
England, UK
Connecting Seas and Skies
3 Days of Connection and Discovery
Every day begins with a live kickoff, followed by a midday interactive community gathering, and fresh presentations from inspiring voices around the world.
Day 1 – Awe. Impact. Depth.
Discover global migration stories that expand your perspective — and awaken your sense of awe.
Featured presentations:
Scott Weidensaul — The grand story of bird migration
Julie Zickefoose — Personal habitats & individuality of birds
Jon Young — Bird language & ancient wisdom
Day 2 – Clarity. Connection. Practice.
Explore new ways to see birds and yourself with deeper presence and skill.
Featured presentations:
Dan Puplett — Reading animal clues through tracking
Lynn Wickersham — Field presence for better observing
George Bumann — Sculpting birds to see more deeply
Day 3 — Hope. Action. Belonging.
Celebrate what we share — and discover your place in a global birding community.
Featured presentations:
Craig Foster (interviewed by Jon Young) — Intimacy with the Wild
Richard Fuller — Flyways, conservation, and what works on the ground
Elizabeth Mills — Watercolor nature journaling at the shore
Every session is designed to leave you more connected — to birds, to people, and to yourself.
Want more? Go VIP: Extended Access with keynote Q&As + Game Night Sessions.
Explore the Daily Lineup – See Where Your Journey Can Lead
Your place in the Gathering awaits
Join live kickoffs, intimate gatherings, and presentations you can revisit anytime.
Imagine hearing a migration story from halfway across the world — and realizing it echoes your own.
This is how you join the Gathering:
Claim your spot today — Save $25 by Oct 13.
Connect early — Get instant access to The Gathering Place community forum.
Belong everywhere — Join live sessions and on-demand presentations during the 3-day event.
“Jon Young is one of the heroes of the new nature movement.”
Richard Louv, author of The Nature Principle
Left to right: Kelly Miller (Host), Jon Young (Bird Language & Ancient Wisdom), and
Craig Foster (Intimacy With the Wild)
Choose Your Ticket
Early Birds Save $25 when you register by Oct 13!
Event Access – $25 (normally $50)
7 days of connection and discovery — access to each session (through November 1, 2025)
Daily live gatherings — kickoffs and interactive sessions
Flexible pace — stream new talks each day when it fits your schedule
VIP Extended Access – $75 (normally $100)
365 days of inspiration — revisit every presentation all year long (through Oct 26, 2026)
Exclusive live Q&As — connect directly with select keynote speakers
Community fun — Thursday & Friday Game Night Sessions included
Return anytime — rekindle your sense of wonder and belonging whenever you need it
Frequently Asked Questions
Will sessions be recorded?
Yes. All sessions are recorded. Event Access Ticket holders can watch replays for 7 days after the Gathering, and VIP Extended Access holders get 365 days of on-demand replay access.
Is the Gathering online?
Yes. The Bird Migration Gathering is 100% online. You’ll join through our private event portal from anywhere in the world.
What’s the difference between Event Access and VIP Extended Access?
Event Access Ticket: Access to all sessions + replays for 7 days.
VIP Extended Access Ticket: 365 days of replay access, plus exclusive Live Q&As with speakers and Game Nights.
What devices can I use?
Any device with internet access! You can watch from your computer, tablet, or phone, and all sessions stream inside the event portal.
Can I ask the speakers questions?
No. However, VIP Extended Access holders get exclusive Live Q&A opportunities with Jon Young (Thursday) and George Bumann (Friday).
Still curious? [See the full FAQ here]
Don’t Bird Alone. Join the Flock.
Birds don’t see borders. Why should we?
From mountains to mangroves, deserts to deltas — their migrations remind us of our shared humanity.
Imagine swapping bird stories with someone from halfway across the world — and realizing you’re part of something bigger. Join bird lovers across continents in one shared Gathering.
Save $25 when you register by October 13.
Your ticket includes instant access to The Gathering Place–a private forum where connections begin right away.
$25 off ends in…
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Follow the Birds is based in the southernmost part of the Rocky Mountains in Durango, Colorado, USA. My favorite migrating bird is the Black Swift, which travels from sheer cliffs in Colorado to the Amazon Rainforest in Brazil. What's yours? ~ Founder, Kelly Miller
