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Conservation Catalyst

Your guide to the natural world.

· Meet Woody ·

Discover the wonders of nature with Woody Wheeler, a seasoned birding guide in the Seattle area. With a passion for connecting people to the environment, Woody has dedicated 40 years to conservation, working with renowned organizations such as The Nature Conservancy, Audubon Washington, and more. As the force behind Conservation Catalyst, his life mission is to make conservation happen, protecting land and species, establishing education centers, and inspiring thousands.

Delve into his expertise as an author with the book 'Look Up! Birds and Other Natural Wonders Just Outside Your Window.' Follow his engaging blog, and join him for field experiences where he shares his knowledge with joy, humor, and fun. Let Woody be your guide to the beauty of nature and conservation.

· Services ·

Tailored Birding Tours

Explore diverse avian wonders with customized itineraries. Your birding adventure, your way.

Speaking Engagements

Bring the world of birds to your event. Hire for captivating talks on birding, conservation, and nature.

· Testimonials ·

What a terrific way to broaden our horizons! (Tanzania Safari presentation)

Susan Redd, Director of Skagit YMCA

Thank you again for your wonderful way of presenting such a beautiful voyage (Tanzania Safari presentation)! You are a master of sharing.

Janele Nelson, Director YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties

You are a very talented speaker – smooth and natural, with your store of pertinent information fluently at hand.  I have been complimented for my choice of program; it was my good luck to connect with a winner!

Marilyn Watson – The Committee of 33

· Latest News ·

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Trash Talk

There is trash talk… and there is literal trash talk.  While I am not known for the former, I have […]

· Woody’s Book ·

You don't have to travel around the world or spend a ton of money to enjoy the wonders of nature. Look Up! Birds and Other Natural Wonders Just Outside Your Window is a series of well-researched nature essays that will inspire readers to experience the outdoors in an affordable, accessible and joyful way. The essays encourage backyard and local bird watching, native plant landscaping and restoration, practical energy conservation and land conservation. They also explore how we can derive psychological benefits from these activities how nature can help us live happier, more fulfilled and rewarding lives.

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