Here goes, my first post... Hello all, and thanks to all the good folks at the Birdforum for making this space available. I live in Washington State (a Yank , but typically travel 3 months/yr in Central America or SEAsia birding and scuba diving. Like many of you, my primary interest is in helping budget and amature birders who are planning trips to these and other locations. I am new to this format and am looking forward to participating where possible. Happy New Year. -KS