Birds of West Virginia Field Guide and Logbook: An Essential Birdwatching Guide with Identification Tips for 60 Common Bird Species in Western Virginia - Softcover

Rintoul, Alan

Softcover

ISBN 13: 9798291257562

Publisher: Independently published, 2025

Synopsis

🦉 Discover the Joy of Birdwatching in West Virginia — Your Guide to 60 Fascinating Birds, Unforgettable Adventures, and a Lifelong Connection to Nature 🌄🌿

Imagine hearing the sweet song of a wood thrush echo through the Appalachian Mountains or spotting a pileated woodpecker along a quiet forest trail in Blackwater Falls.

Whether you’re new to birdwatching or a lifelong enthusiast, this guide is your trusted companion for exploring the beautiful and bird-rich landscapes of West Virginia.

Written by expert birder Alan Rintoul, who has spent years exploring the Mountain State’s valleys, forests, and highlands, this book will help you identify, enjoy, and document the incredible birds that call West Virginia home.

🌿 With This Book, You’ll Gain So Much More Than Bird Knowledge…

✅ Identify West Virginia’s Most Common Birds – Learn how to recognize 60 beloved species, from songbirds and raptors to owls and waterfowl.

✅ Make Every Walk an Adventure – Whether you’re birding at Dolly Sods, hiking in the Monongahela National Forest, or watching feeders on your porch, this guide makes every moment more meaningful.

✅ Record Your Birdwatching Journey – Use the built-in logbook section to track sightings, jot down notes, and preserve your personal birding story.

✅ Reconnect with the Wild Beauty of West Virginia – From misty hollows to mountain ridges, birdwatching offers a fresh way to experience the state’s natural magic.

✅ Discover the Best Birding Hotspots – Get insider tips on where and when to go birding across the state—from Canaan Valley to the Greenbrier River Trail.

✅ Help Protect Birds and Their Habitats – Learn how to contribute to conservation efforts that safeguard West Virginia’s forests, rivers, and wildlife.

✅ A Perfect Gift for Nature Lovers – Great for birders, hikers, grandparents, students, and outdoor explorers. A thoughtful gift for holidays, birthdays, or any nature-lover in your life.

📸 What Makes This Guide Special?

• High-Quality Full-Color Bird Photos – Each bird is photographed in vivid detail to help you confidently identify species in the field.
• Easy-to-Follow ID Tips & Fascinating Facts – Learn how to recognize each bird by its markings, behavior, song, and preferred habitat.
• Organized for Quick and Easy Use:

1. 🏡 Backyard & Songbirds
2. 🦉 Raptors & Owls
3. 🦆 Waterfowl & Shorebirds

• Written with Local Insight and Birding Passion – Alan Rintoul combines decades of field experience and storytelling to make birding educational and inspiring.

🌄 This is more than a bird guide—it’s your invitation to explore West Virginia like never before.

Whether you’re hiking along a mountain trail or enjoying a peaceful morning on your porch, this book will help you connect with nature one bird at a time.

👉 Order your copy today and begin your birdwatching adventure across West Virginia!

Edition details

• Publisher: Independently published
• Publication date: 2025
• Language: English
• ISBN 13: 9798291257562
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 140