8 MUST HAVE Accessories for BIRDING

In this video, I discuss 8 must have accessories for birding. I carry these in my backpack every time I go out. All of these accessories are lightweight and affordable, and should leave you with plenty of room in your backpack. I hope this has been helpful to you, and that these items will facilitate your outings. Happy Birding!

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[egis]

Here’s a ninth tip/suggestion: collect the small silica packs that arrive from any store selling electronic camera equipment. Once you have a few freely disperse them through out your bag. They work exceptionally well when you’re shooting in humid situations or where condensation could be an issue. I use about 5 in a moderate sized bag and a couple more in each pocket where electronics are kept. When I return home I empty the bag and give the silica packets a dry environment for a few days. Then they will ready for your next outing.

[LisaSaffell]

I always carry a trash bag to collect trash that others leave behind

[christianwetzel]

Thanks for the suggestions! I definitely need one of these binocular straps...
To add something from my experience, I also wouldn't want to miss my thin, foldable and weatherproof pad to sit on without getting cold or wet. And instead of a flashlight I have found an LED headlamp (USB chargeable) which is super lightweight and small and keeps my hands free.

[FollowThomas]

This trap is something what I need to get. I'm using harness but it's not perfect, this one is much better. Thank you for helpful tips. You have a cool helpful channel, following 🙂

[HeavyTFreal]

I call warbler neck “tanager neck” because I first experienced it trying to ID Thraupid tanagers in Peru

Also having a good flashlight, or better yet a good headlamp, is extremely important if you’re actually doing research on birds, or if you’re also a herper/mammal watcher. Won’t help for bats at night sadly, you’ll want an Echo Meter for them.

[brother_sothoth]

Wow! Thanks for this video! It really helped my with birding.

[amandalaplante]

Great video! Don’t forget the bug spray (that’s a must in my camera bag)!

[petersaunders]

As well as a polythene rain sleeve I always have a large chamoix leather. This can be draped over the top to absorb water and wrung out regularly. It is also fine for drying droplets off the front filter before taking a shot. Just found your channel - so many great ideas delivered with genuine enthusiasm. Thanks.

[Adventure.Ed.EcoFit]

awesome video man. i never thought about the flashlight, and the theme of keeping your equipment dry is definitely crucial!

[StephenJStephen_Photography]

Some great advice Stefano. I keep and use virtually all of those items. For those of us in North America, you can buy eye glass cleaner in multi-packs at Costco. You get 3 large and 3 travel size spray bottles PLUS 3 decent size micro-fibre cloths. I keep a travel size spray bottle in my camera bag. The size is also smalll enough as carry-on when you fly.

[rossenuzunov]

very useful tips for birding and bird photography - thanks a lot !!!

[swissbirder]

Good video, thanks for the tips. Regarding waterproofing, what about a waterproof cover for your whole rucksack, then just put everything in and cover it ? Again, depends on how much rain (rainforest!) and your proximity to shelter I guess. The main things I try to remember are a spare memory card and my water bottle/food. Cheers

[StellarLimpkin]

Great. I’ll keep these in mind when I go somewhere where it rains ;). Good morning from New Mexico.

[sandrabosch]

Simple tips....thanks for sharing them.

[madcat]

Zip loc plastic bags in different sizes are brilliant for waterproofing electrics.

[bamsemh]

I use headmounted flashlight 😊 hands are busy with the camera 😉

[TheSavagederek]

Bins, Scope, Decent tripod and fluid head . Rucksack, waterproof clothing and warm clothing for winter . Decent shoes or boots . And a couple of field guides, particularly for the country you are in . A note book to note down what you see, a pen or pencil and a cleaning kit for your optics . You can also carry a small digital camera or phone adaptor to digiscope or phone scope . A guide to sites in your area or country is useful also to give you more places to visit .

[nancydenson]

Hi thanks for the accessories suggestions - do you have a recommendation for a tripod or monopod - there are a bewildering array of them from utterly cheap all the way up to 800-900 $ … we have gone through 3 piece of junk tripods that we just use at our windows and around the farm - they wouldn’t last 5 minutes in the field

[GraniteChief]

Garbage bag is always a good idea but waterproof backpack covers work better n take up very little space. Many are brown or green or camo so I can slip them over my pack n dump it when I mess around takin pictures.

[jpig]

Any recommendation for an accessory to use with iPhone for amateur bird photography? I take pics through my binos but would love if there was a lens attachment I could use with iPhone!