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Debbie Brooks

Debbie Brooks is a retired teacher and school administrator who continues to substitute at her former school. Before entering education, she worked in the restaurant business, and after retiring from teaching in 2018, she had the wonderful opportunity to return to the kitchen and cook for WINGS birders in Gambell, Alaska.

A native New Mexican, Debbie has also lived in Colorado, New York State, and Texas. When she was younger, she had the opportunity to travel around Europe, an experience she truly loved.

Debbie has been happily married for 42 years, and her greatest joys are her three grown children and five grandchildren.

She enjoys reading, cooking, traveling, sewing, crafting, and listening to music. Debbie loves being around people and staying active in the things she enjoys. Music has always been a special part of her life. She began playing the piano in fourth grade and later added percussion, continuing through high school. She still loves playing the drums whenever she has the opportunity!

Debbie feels fortunate to have had such a variety of experiences throughout her life and looks forward to continuing to learn, explore, and enjoy time with family and friends.

Upcoming Tours with Debbie

Testimonials for Debbie

Our wonderful cook, Debbie, was [great]. Always a smile and put out amazing and tasty meals every day. I ate way too much and enjoyed it all. 

- Ron C. on Alaska: Fall Migration at Gambell, Nome & the Pribilofs

Debbie is an excellent cook, and we all leave well fed and a little heavier! 

- Gary R. on Alaska: Fall Migration at Gambell, Nome & the Pribilofs

Debbie Brooks provided the crucial leadership in providing the non-birding needs…. she kept us “fueled” with an outstanding feast at each meal.

- Pat W. on Alaska: Gambell in Spring

All good! Food provided by Debbie was fantastic - fresh, great variety, lots of fruit/vegetables, amazing desserts. Better than eating out!!

- Amy H on Alaska: Gambell in Spring

I believe that it is worth noting how the level of catering for us while on the island was outstanding. The team in the kitchen made every break from the actual birding a memorable one.

- Susan S. on Alaska: Gambell in Spring
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