Hello everyone! My name is Zach. I have always had a soft spot for birds, but only took up birding as a hobby at the beginning of the year. Unfortunately I don't know anyone in real life who shares my passion. So I'm ecstatic to have found this site! I'm looking to improve my identification skills, to learn more about the birds of the Midwest in general, and to hopefully meet local birders who can share their knowledge of the area.