Getting Started
New to Birding?
You don’t need experience, gear, or a checklist to begin. Birding starts with noticing — and this short guide will help you take your first step.
Bird of the Week
Week 18 slows things down and gets low. Towhees are large sparrows that live in the leaves—scratching, rustling, and disappearing into brush. You’ll often hear them before you see them, and once you learn the pattern, those little bursts of movement start showing up everywhere.
Start Your First FeatherQuest
FeatherQuest Discovery
Your first step into birding. Learn how to notice birds, recognize patterns, and build confidence through simple, real-world discovery.
FeatherQuest Utah
A full-season birding adventure built for Utah. Track your progress, learn bird families, and turn birding into a structured, rewarding experience.
Explore the FeatherQuest World
Guides
Learn bird families, behaviors, and patterns with simple, visual guides.
Activities
Take birding outside with simple, real-world activities for all ages.
Quests
Follow real birding adventures and recaps from the field — each quest captures the story, species, and moments from a lived FeatherQuest experience.
Events
Join local events, exhibits, and birding experiences happening near you.
Our Values
Our Values
Adventure is a Mindset
Whether you’re exploring an exotic country, hiking a mountain trail, or relaxing in your backyard, every bird is a new quest.
Joy is Meant to Be Shared
We value kindness, curiosity, and connection. Birding is better with stories, friends, and a welcoming space to share them.
Bird Your Way
Whether you chase lifers, take pictures, or simply pause to listen. FeatherQuest is about finding your path and having fun along the way.
Noticing is the First Step
Curiosity sparks connection, connection builds care, and care inspires conservation.
How FeatherQuest Works
Start Noticing Birds
Turn everyday birdwatching into a personal quest
Pick a Place
Connect with nature in your own backyard and beyond
Create Memories
Connect with others and share the journey
Everyone is Welcome
Perfect for families, solo adventurers, and seasoned birders alike
How FeatherQuest Began
FeatherQuest began as a simple idea: turn everyday birding into something playful, meaningful, and shareable. What started as a personal project quickly grew into a community-backed adventure.
The first edition of FeatherQuest was launched through Kickstarter, funded by birders and explorers who believed in making nature more accessible, joyful, and fun for everyone.
What people are saying
The real magic came when we took small groups out into nature for first-hand experience. Mike was an enthusiastic and well-prepared host, and he helped everyone see and identify so many birds.
We can’t wait to experience this adventure together — it’s such a fun and meaningful way to connect as a family.
People kept stopping us to ask, “Is this a birding tour? Where can I sign up?” FeatherQuest gives people a clear, welcoming way to get started and have fun.