[Michlib-l] A Five-Star Birdwatching Experience with Greg Bodker

Jamie Paille jpaille at hlpl.org
Thu Jan 16 12:40:37 EST 2025


A Five-Star Birdwatching Experience with Greg Bodker

We were thrilled to host Greg Bodker for his captivating birdwatching
presentation at Houghton Lake Public Library, and it’s safe to say it was a
huge success! Every seat in the room was filled with enthusiastic patrons,
from seasoned birdwatchers to curious newcomers.

Greg’s deep knowledge and passion for birds shone throughout the evening.
His presentation was engaging, educational, and entertaining, perfectly
tailored for an adult audience but also wonderfully accessible to families.
The stunning visuals, high-quality videos, and sound clips he shared
brought the beauty and wonder of the natural world to life, leaving
everyone in awe.

Even before the program officially began, Greg’s engaging personality was
evident. He took the time to chat with early arrivals about recent bird
sightings and local observations, setting an inviting and inclusive tone
for the evening. Patrons loved the thoughtful photo slideshow and bird
songs that he played beforehand, which created a lively atmosphere and
built excitement as everyone settled in.

What truly set Greg apart was the extra effort he put into personalizing
the program. He took the time to discuss birds and birding locations in our
local community. Patrons were delighted with the custom printouts he
provided, which highlighted birding hotspots in our area—an invaluable
resource for those eager to start exploring right away!

Audience members were especially impressed by Greg's approachable and warm
demeanor. He skillfully fielded questions and stayed after the event to
chat with attendees, creating a welcoming atmosphere that made everyone
feel included.

The feedback from our patrons has been overwhelmingly positive—many
commented that they left inspired to get out and start birding themselves.
If you’re considering hosting Greg, we couldn’t recommend him more highly.
His ability to connect with a diverse audience and deliver a truly
memorable and personalized program is second to none.

Thank you, Greg Bodker, for a night of inspiration and discovery. We can’t
wait to welcome you back in the future!

If you are looking to host a fun and engaging birding experience for your
patrons of any age, you can find his calendar and contact here:
https://www.backyardbirdsandbeyond.com/
<https://www.backyardbirdsandbeyond.com/>

~Jamie

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Jamie L. Paille
Library Director MLIS
Houghton Lake Public Library
4431 W Houghton Lake Drive
Houghton Lake, MI 48629
989-366-9230
jpaille at hlpl.org <kyoung at hlpl.org>
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