Birding Days | The Lodge on Little St. Simons Island

Events and Programs

Guest Ornithologist ~ Nathan Goldberg April 16 - 19, 2026

Nathan Goldberg is a Chicago-native, and well accomplished birdwatcher and tour guide. In the aftermath of 2020, he worked for Red Hill Birding, a domestic and international birding tour company based in Chicago. Alongside that role, he was also the naturalist on St. Paul Island in the Bering Sea of Alaska, and travelled internationally to places including Indonesia, Bangladesh, and Bolivia. In 2025, Nathan switched gears and took a new position in the conservation space in Illinois. He is now the Director of Conservation Science for Illinois Audubon Society, and works to coordinate and support research and conservation initiatives across the state and at their sanctuaries. When Nathan is not behind his desk, he’s likely out exploring his home state of Illinois (and its 102 counties), in search of new and exciting finds.

Guest Ornithologist ~ Luke Dahlberg April 19 - 23, 2026

Luke is an ecologist, birder, and horticulturalist specializing in native plant propagation and restoration. Luke earned his degree in Ornamental Horticulture with a minor in Business from the University of Wisconsin - Platteville. He started volunteering with Citizens for Conservation in 2004 and became a member of their staff in 2018 as the Conservation Seed Program Manager, where he collaborated with Lake County Forest Preserves to propagate rare plants and develop best practices for reintroduction. With over 25 years of birdwatching experience, he leads birding hikes for CFC, where he continues the mission of restoring and educating others about the ecosystems of the Chicago area. He shares his expertise via Instagram and speaking engagements, including events at The Morton Arboretum, Wild Things Conference, TEDx, and the Grassland Restoration Network blog. In his free time, Luke enjoys photographing birds and wildflowers and spending time with his family.

Spring Birding Days 2026

Package rates include lodging, three meals daily prepared by our chefs, non-alcoholic beverages, all Island activities including guided Naturalist excursions and use of recreation gear as well as boat transfers to and from the island. Space is limited, so call 888-733-5774 between 9:00am and 5:00pm ET daily or email: lodge@littlessi.com to check availability.

3-Night All-Inclusive Package: $2,825++

Arrive April 16th and depart April 19th, 2026

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4-Night All-Inclusive Package: $3,550++

Arrive April 19th and depart April 23rd, 2026

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7-Night All-Inclusive Package: $6,225++

Arrive April 16th and depart April 23rd, 2026

Terms & Conditions

All rates are for double occupancy in The Hunting Lodge, River Lodge, Cedar House or Helen House. The Tom House and Michael Cottage rates are higher. An additional adult in the same room is $275 per night and children under 12 are $175 per night. A 19% service charge plus applicable taxes will be added to the above rates.