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My name is Robin Tuck. I live in Provo, Utah and, yes, I am a member of the Church Of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, commonly called the Mormons. I like the outdoors, birding, Scouting and gardening. And I write a few small-time columns, mostly so I can learn how to write. The purpose of this site is to post my writings. I hope you enjoy them or write to tell me why you don't. Utah County, where Provo is located, had a functioning Audubon chapter that depended on the efforts of one individual, who had a difficult time sharing the club responsibilities. When he was laid-off and moved in 1993, there was no one willing to pick up the pieces, so Utah County was without a birding club for several years, during which time I became interested in birding. During a period of high stress and long overtime hours, I sought relief by forming the Utah County Birders, starting with a small group of people interested in watching birds with other like-minded individuals. After 3 years, I was able to stop leading the club, and the club was able to get a normal President. Please see the Utah County Birders web page. I continue to write a monthly column for the UCB Newsletter, named Robin"s View, of which a copy is maintained on this site. I built the Utah County Birders on one over-arching concept, which is 'If I want to do something, chances are that others will want to do it too.' With this in mind, I hired instructors, held classes and sponsored field trips. One of the things I did that was quite successful was to hold a Birding Contest. This first contest, held in 1996 was a hit among the bird club members and gave reason for many of us to better our birding skills. In fact, the contest proved so successful that three more have been held, in 1998, 2000 and 2002. I believe it is possible for an ordinary person to make a difference in his community. May I suggest that all visitors to this page share their interests with others. Remember, "If you want to do it, chances are that others will want to do it too." |
