Take away all the preconceived notions you have about birdwatching—a new generation of urban birding clubs is not only eager to change the perception of birding, they’re building inclusive communities around it. ⁠ ⁠ Founded in NYC in 2016, Feminist Bird Club has courted members who share a passion for birds, the environment, and social justice. And while people of all ages are welcome to tag along to either group’s gatherings, the participants tend to skew younger. At the club’s monthly gatherings, birders from all around NYC congregate, ready to catch glances of finches and warblers hiding in the native grasses of greenspaces like Central Park and Greenwood Cemetery. In the past, birders had to rely on physical field guides to identify birds, but now, apps like Ebird and Merlin (which map out hot spots around NYC) help users keep a running list of their findings, making birding easier and more accessible than ever. ⁠ ⁠ “When you’re birding, it’s almost like understanding another langu...