International educator, biologist, and science author, with a passion for wildlife conservation and hiking the long trails of the world.
Welcome to my little corner of the Universe!
I’m a Ph.D. biologist, science teacher, textbook author, and conservationist with an insatiable curiosity about the natural world and the stories it has to tell.
From hiking the world’s great trails to searching for jaguars in the jungles of Belize, I’m always exploring, asking questions, and discovering new reasons to be inspired. This is a place for curiosity, wonder, and the joy of seeing the world through fresh eyes—one adventure, one discovery, and one fascinating story at a time.
– Michael Windelspecht Ph.D.
Inspire EdVentures
Podcast
Life is an EdVenture
The Long Ways Podcast
A Biologist Takes a Hike
Latest Podcast Episodes
to work on two different podcasts. The first is the Inspire Me podcast which explores the stories behind innovative people who support wildlife education. The second is the Long Ways Podcast, a fun look at love of the outdoors and the long-distance hike.
Here is one of the recent episodes of my solo hike in the Cotswolds. You can check out the full list using the button below.
Featured Content from The Spectrum Blog
We’re taking Nacho and Friends to the library today. Which child doesn’t love jaguars, tapirs, or scarlet macaws? Help us bring these lively STEM books to curious young readers.