Tony describes himself as a ‘bird and nature nerd’ and has been birding for over 40 years. He is also interested in practical conservation and has volunteered in the UK, Namibia and Swaziland. But his local patch, the lower Adur Valley and Shoreham Beach, is now his focus and his daily walks always involve enjoying and recording the birds that he sees. Tony has a passion for enthusing and inspiring the general public to connect with nature and often supports walks around the River Adur and nearby nature reserves. Tony believes that birds are a gateway to the wider natural world, and that SDOS is the perfect ‘birding family’ for beginners and experts alike.Tony Benton
Chair
Tony describes himself as a ‘bird and nature nerd’ and has been birding for over 40 years. He is also interested in practical conservation and has volunteered in the UK, Namibia and Swaziland. But his local patch, the lower Adur Valley and Shoreham Beach, is now his focus and his daily walks always involve enjoying and recording the birds that he sees. Tony has a passion for enthusing and inspiring the general public to connect with nature and often supports walks around the River Adur and nearby nature reserves. Tony believes that birds are a gateway to the wider natural world, and that SDOS is the perfect ‘birding family’ for beginners and experts alike.