Ray Young Bear

Ray Young Bear, a member of the Meskwaki Nation, is a talented writer and musician who crafts poetry in both English and his native Meskwaki. In this engaging discussion, he shares the inspiration behind a song he composed for his grandson, Ozzy, celebrating the joy of watching robins hunt for earthworms. Ray's unique blend of cultural heritage and love for nature highlights the beauty of birdwatching, and he reflects on how music can connect generations. His contribution to a larger project for birds also draws attention to the harmony between art and conservation.