Virtual adaptive birding equipment research presentation

Many disabled birders are not able to hold binoculars, or cannot get into position to see through a spotting scope on a tripod.

Adaptive birding equipment makes this possible!

Mounts that attach to mobility devices, like wheelchairs, can hold up optics and allow access to close-up views of birds. But what features of these mounts — and of optics, for that matter — are important? What makes this equipment user-friendly for people with limited hand or body function? What equipment currently exists that is easy to use and works well for this purpose?

Using qualitative research practices, Doctorate of Occupational Therapy student Alex Field, studying at Western Michigan University, under the supervision of occupational therapist and Access Birding owner Freya McGregor, have conducted the first (ever!) formal research on adaptive birding equipment.

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