Ted Levin

Ted Levin is a renowned naturalist and award-winning writer with a vast array of publications in well-known magazines and newspapers.

He has authored multiple books, including Backtracking: The Way of Naturalist, Blood Brook: A Naturalist's Home Ground, and Liquid Land: A Journey Through the Florida Everglades, which earned him the prestigious 2004 Burroughs Medal for nature writing.

Ted has co-authored books with the National Geographic Society and written guides on Everglades National Park.

In addition to adult literature, he has also ventured into children's books, such as Sawgrass Poems and Cactus Poems, showing his versatility as a writer.

Based in Thetford, Vermont, Ted has been actively involved in conservation efforts and community service, exemplified by his roles on the conservation commission, as a justice of the peace, and director of youth baseball.

As a seasoned lecturer, he shares his knowledge and experiences at various institutions and events across the United States, including colleges, zoos, aquariums, and museums.

Ted's work extends beyond writing and speaking engagements; he leads tours to diverse landscapes and has organized unique initiatives like the goodwill baseball tour of Havana, Cuba.

Currently, Ted is focused on his upcoming book for the University of Chicago Press, exploring the world of timber rattlesnakes and their interaction with humanity.

His educational background includes studies at Antioch University New England and Texas Tech University, focusing on science teaching, mammalogy, and ornithology.

With a BS in biology and natural resources from Ball State University, Ted's academic foundation complements his extensive field experience and writing achievements.