From the Field
Notes on wildlife, conservation, and travelling well, written between trips. These are my thoughts, questions, and things I've learned along the way.
What Is the Páramo? Colombia's High-Andes Ecosystem
Frailejones, spectacled bears, wetlands, and water: an introduction to one of Colombia's most distinctive high-Andes ecosystems.
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AI and Conservation: When a Useful Tool Distorts Nature
AI can help researchers study wildlife. It can also invent animal encounters and change what people expect from nature.
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Why Hike With Goats?
Goat history, trail enrichment, new plants to sample, and a goat hike near Denver that gives back.
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Is Colombia Safe to Travel to?
Colombia is under a Level 3 travel advisory, but not every part of the country carries the same risk. What the warning means, how no dar papaya applies, and what I learned on two trips.
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How to Tell if a Zoo or Sanctuary Is Ethical
The label on the sign only tells you so much. What accreditation means, which animal welfare red flags to watch for, and what to ask before you buy a ticket.
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How to Choose an Ethical Animal Encounter
Animal selfies, elephant rides, and hands-on wildlife attractions. How to spot harmful experiences and choose an encounter that puts the animals first.
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