May 12th, 2026, marks 40 years of For the Birds being broadcast on 103.3 FM.
For four decades, host and producer Laura Erickson has been sharing observations about the avion world through short stories, adventures, and experiences with a focus on education and advocacy. Her program can be heard at 7:30am every Tuesday-Friday on The North 103.3 FM.
At this momentous anniversary, Laura talks about how it all started, the people who were integral along the way, and how things have changed. You can learn more about the longest-running radio program about birds in the world on Laura's website.
