Doug is an expert birder and long-time naturalist in the Verde Valley. He is also a nature recordist and photographer who has catalogued the sounds and images of virtually all the bird species that inhabit the Verde Valley. Doug is an expert "ear birder" and concentrates on helping his trip participants recognize the songs and calls heard on his trips. His web site, devoted to natural sound and animal communication, is Naturesongs.com. He is also the Mayor of Clarkdale, Arizona.