Birds of The Midwest Field Guide and Logbook: An Essential Birdwatching Guide with Identification Tips for 60 Common Bird Species in The Midwest Paperback – November 25, 2025

🦜 Discover the Joy of Birdwatching in the Midwest—Your Guide to 60 Fascinating Birds, Unforgettable Adventures, and a Lifelong Connection to Nature 🌾🪶Imagine strolling through the tallgrass prairies of Illinois as a meadowlark sings from a fencepost. Or kayaking along Minnesota’s quiet lakeshores while a common loon calls out across the water.Whether you’re a seasoned birder or just beginning your journey into the world of birds, this guide is your trusted companion to exploring the diverse birdlife of the American Midwest.Authored by lifelong birdwatcher Alan Rintoul, who has spent decades exploring the region’s best birding locations—from the Great Lakes to the Mississippi River Valley—this guide is designed to help you spot, identify, and record the incredible feathered species that call the Midwest home.🌿 With This Book, You’ll Gain So Much More Than Bird Knowledge…✅ Feel Confident Identifying Birds – Learn how to recognize 60 of the Midwest’s most common and beautiful birds, from backyard songbirds and raptors to shorebirds and waterfowl.✅ Make Every Walk an Adventure – Turn strolls and road trips into birdwatching memories—whether you’re at Horicon Marsh in Wisconsin, Shawnee National Forest in Illinois, or your own backyard garden.✅ Create a Personal Birding Journal – Use the included logbook pages to record your sightings, field notes, and experiences from your birding journey.✅ Connect with Nature on a Deeper Level – Slow down, look up, and rediscover the natural beauty of the Midwest through the eyes of a birdwatcher.✅ Get the Inside Scoop on Birding Hotspots – Find the best locations to go birding across states like Michigan, Indiana, Ohio, and beyond—with tips on when to visit and what birds to watch for.✅ Support Conservation Efforts – Learn how you can help protect native bird species, their habitats, and the region’s rich biodiversity.✅ Give the Perfect Gift – Ideal for birthdays, holidays, or surprising the nature lover in your life, this book makes a thoughtful present for birders of all ages and levels.📸 What Makes This Guide Special?High-Quality Full-Color Photos – Each of the 60 featured species is presented with vivid, detailed imagery to help with quick identification in the field.Clear ID Tips & Fascinating Facts – Go beyond looks—learn about birds’ behavior, calls, and what makes each species unique.Organized by Category:🏡 Backyard & Songbirds🦉 Raptors & Owls of the Heartland🦆 Waterfowl & Wetland BirdsWritten by a Passionate Birder – Alan Rintoul’s deep knowledge and love for the Midwest’s birdlife shines through every page.🌅 This is more than a book—it’s an invitation to explore the Midwest like never before.From the shores of Lake Michigan to the bluffs of Iowa and the forests of northern Minnesota, let the birds guide you to the region’s hidden wonders.👉 Order your copy today and begin your birdwatching journey in the Midwest! Read more