Brian Patteson & Kate Sutherland - Seabirding
35 years of experience in birding tours
About
Premier pelagic birding operation based in Hatteras offering year-round trips to the Gulf Stream on the 61-foot Stormy Petrel II. Brian Patteson has led pelagic trips since 1990, moving full-time to Hatteras in 1995; Kate Sutherland is a marine biologist and co-captain with over 20 years offshore experience. Their expertise in seabirds, marine mammals, and sea turtles is unmatched on the East Coast, making Seabirding the most active pelagic bird watching operator in the eastern United States.
Specialties
Pelagic seabirds Gulf Stream birding Marine mammals Offshore specialties
Certifications
- USCG Master Captain
- Marine Biologist
- Duke Marine Lab Researcher
Languages
English
Tour Types
Full-day pelagic trips, Multi-day expeditions, Photography tours, Research trips
Price Range
$$$