With 20 years of living and exploring in Alaska, and a masters degree in ornithology, David W. Shaw is one of the best birders in the state. His tours are catered to your interest and experience. Whether that is fun exploration of the wetlands, forests, and mountains of the interior around Fairbanks, a multi-day cross-state adventure taking in the arctic to the coast, or an raft trip in the Brooks Range to chase down Gray-headed Chickadees, Dave knows how to get you there and help you find the birds.

He emphasizes fun in his trips, and though he knows how to rack up a big species list, he prefers to guide general explorations of Alaska’s birds and their habitats at an enjoyable pace, catered to your interests.