Nature Smart

Naturalist, wildlife photographer, author, and writer Stan Tekiela is the originator of the popular state-specific field guides like Birds of Minnesota, Wildflowers of Colorado, and Trees of Arizona. Over the past four decades, Stan has authored more than 200 field guides, nature appreciation books, and children’s books for nearly every state and region in the nation. His publications have educated people across the world on many species of birds, mammals, reptiles, and amphibians, trees, wildflowers, and cacti that North America has to offer.

Holding a Bachelor of Science degree in Natural History from the University of Minnesota, Stan has been an active professional naturalist for over 40 years. He studies and photographs wildlife across the United States and has received numerous national and regional awards for his books and photography. Stan is a recognized columnist and radio personality; his syndicated column is featured in more than 20 newspapers, and his wildlife programs are aired on several Midwest radio stations. Stan leads trips across the continent, from Denali and Yellowstone National Park to Central and South America, to his very own backyard in Minnesota. He is a member of the North American Nature Photography Association, Canon Professional Services, and many other professional organizations.