Folks in the Field
Would you tell our readers a bit about yourself & where your passion for birds came from?
My name is Caylie Houchin, and I am the Programs Coordinator at Ranch Park. My passion for birdwatching began when I was a child. During those times, my grandmother and I would sit on her back porch in the early morning hours to watch birds at the feeders before the rest of the family would wake up.
What is your favorite park/area in Texas to go birding and take photographs?
My favorite place to go birding is The Meadows Center in San Marcos. It is the perfect location to see waterfowl and migratory bird species that you don’t always get to see while birding in your backyard.
What bird are you most excited to encounter?
I get excited anytime I see a bird of prey, particularly, two central Texas natives, the Crested Caracara and Red-shouldered Hawk. They’re stunning to observe, and especially fun when they’re on the prowl for prey.
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