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birding!
because this is the summer of hobbymaxxing i went birding for the first time today and it was so relaxing! a great way to get out and truly appreciate nature in all of its glory. i used to be afraid of birds but i found myself awestruck by the natural beauty and grace they exude.
if youre anything like me and have been consciously trying to reduce screen time/phone use, birding is a great activity because (1) youre outside and (2) youre actively searching for birds with your group!
check your local parks and rec for opportunities!!
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@veggiedumpling
Jun 2, 2024
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@marxinista
you should download birda!! it seems great for beginners and if you already have data on merlin or ebird it lets you import that to quickly add all of your sightings. it also allows u to follow other people and share bird pics :-)
Jun 2, 2024
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@veggiedumpling
marxinista omg thank you for the rec, running to download it 🫡
Jun 2, 2024
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@marxinista
veggiedumpling omg enjoy!! that + shazaming birds on merlin id really elevate the birding experience 😌 and birda‘s social but quiet like pi.fyi!!
Jun 2, 2024
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