In this episode of the Spark Bird podcast, hosts Jenn Lodi-Smith and Janet McNally welcome Cat Fribley, Executive Director at Birdability. Cat shares her Spark Bird story, recounting how a college friend's introduction to birding provided emotional balance during a hard period of her life. She discusses Birdability's mission to make birding accessible for people with disabilities and health challenges, and the impact of community-building and creating inclusive outdoor spaces. Cat also shares Birdability's various programs, including the Birdability Map and the new Blind Birders Birdathon, highlighting the organization's achievements in democratizing birding for all.

Resources & Links from This Episode

🗺️ Explore the Birdability Map – Discover birding locations with accessibility information near you: View the map.

🌿 Birdability Captains Conservation Corps – Learn about the initiative Cat mentions and how it supports inclusive birding: Read more here.

🦜 Learn More About Birdability – Advocating for accessible and inclusive birding for all: Visit Birdability.org.

Show Notes by Kayla Gajewski