Discover the magic of bird sounds in a whole new way with Alison Kondler’s Birds Heard in Words workshop at the Biggest Week in American Birding 2026. Alison teaches participants to recognize bird sounds through fun, creative word associations that make them unforgettable. With humor, storytelling, and relatable phrases, she has helped thousands of people connect more deeply with the voices of birds. Whether brand new to birding or experienced in the field, attendees will leave hearing birds with fresh ears and a lasting confidence in identifying their songs.

The Biggest Week in American Birding, held each May along Lake Erie in northwest Ohio, is a premier festival that draws thousands of birders to witness peak warbler migration. Known as “The Warbler Capital of the World,” it offers guided walks, field trips, workshops, and keynote talks, creating a vibrant community where birders of all levels can experience migration up close while supporting conservation and local tourism.

BWIAB classes and field trips fill up fast, so be sure to sign up when registration opens to grab your spot.