Bruce Beehler is a renowned ornithologist, conservationist, author, and lecturer, currently with the Smithsonian Institution. He once took a 60 Minutes Team to the “edge of the world” to the Foja Mountains of Papa New Guinea where he discovered an unknown bird species and brought back the first-ever photograph of another, thought to be extinct.

The author of twelve books, his latest, Birds of North America is set to be released April 9, 2024. His presentation at Bluffton’s Rotary Community Center April 12, assures Lowcountry residents will be among the first to purchase a signed copy of his newest book.

Registration is necessary for this event, which has an admission fee of $25. Wine and cheese will be served. Register here.