I Spent a Week as a PROFESSIONAL Bird Guide, Here's What Happened!

Опубликовано: 04 Август 2026
на канале: Badgerland Birding
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During the fall, Derek and I got to be guides at the Rio Grande Valley Birding Festival and I wanted to document what it was like being a professional bird guide. Join me as I discover what it truly takes to be a professional bird guide while getting up close with the birds that make South Texas a must-visit destination for birders. Whether you're an avid birder or just curious about the behind-the-scenes world of bird guiding, this video has something for everyone!

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Panasonic LUMIX FZ80 4K Digital Camera
Used for most bird videos) - check credits as we do source some photos/videos elsewhere which is noted in the description
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Cayer FP2450 Fluid Head Tripod, 75 inches Aluminium Tripod
Derek's lighter tripod
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Andoer Video Tripod Aluminum Alloy 67 Inch
Derek's heavier tripod
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Nikon D5300
Derek's vlogging and macro camera
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Rode VideoMicPro Compact Directional On-Camera Microphone
Derek's external microphone for Nikon D5300
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Thanks to Terry Sohl for allowing us to use his range maps
https://www.sdakotabirds.com/index.ht...

All other photos and videos by Derek and Ryan Sallmann

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