Kudos on the great find. That is fantastic! 

On another note, I personally do not know Ben or whether he benefited from 
mentoring. I do know, I myself, did and still do. I love getting out in 
the field with others that are more experienced birders than myself. Many 
birders and nature enthusiasts benefit from the help of others. 
Organizations like OYBC, Ohio Ornithological Society, Indiana Young 
Birders and similar groups give young birders a place to meet like-minded 
individuals, show them great areas to see birds, and gain support and 
assisitance from adults for their love of birds. Also, the "old birders" 
benefit from giving back, as well. I don't think any birder I have met has 
not benefited from another birder's knowledge and experience and the 
kindness of sharing it with others. 

Janet Creamer
Indianapolis, IN 
and Lebanon, OH

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