Andrea Kingsley

Prince Edward County-area resident and expert naturalist and biologist Andrea Kingsley has over 35 years of experience in field biology and guiding through various environmental consultant jobs, teaching, and research projects. Many of her projects both in Ontario and across Canada have involved birds and she is highly experienced at field identification by sight and sound. Andrea is also an accomplished artist whose illustrations are featured in several publications, including a dragonfly identification guide of Algonquin Provincial Park, where she also worked for several seasons as interpretive naturalist. Andrea generously volunteers her time leading field trips for the Ontario Field Ornithologists and other organizations. Currently based in nearby Brighton, Ontario, Andrea looks forward to showing Quest participants the great bird life that can be found in “The County.”

Here's what Quest travellers are saying about Andrea:

“Andrea was an amazing leader ... so knowledgeable. I learned a tremendous amount.” - Jane Ko.

“Andrea was so knowledgeable, thoughtful and considerate. She was the best.” - Peter B.

“Our leader, Andrea was an amazing expert. She was great at identifying birds, of course, but also plants and insects. And a very rare snake! I learned a lot about birds. She is also personable and she included even the less skilled bird watchers in the expeditions.” - Jane Ki.

“Wonderful. Such a great ear. Very attentive. Remembers little details about individuals in the group.” - Gerard C.