Conservation faces mounting challenges, from local habitat loss to global climate change, yet effective outreach can inspire new generations to act. To engage youth beyond traditional classrooms and field programs, I created Birding with Chris, a YouTube channel that blends science communication, digital storytelling, and the excitement of birding. Each episode highlights both the beauty and behavior of birds and the conservation issues they face, while emphasizing that solutions begin in our own backyards and neighborhoods. By making ecology and conservation accessible and relatable, this platform demonstrates how digital media can overcome barriers of geography, resources, and age, building connections with audiences who might not otherwise encounter conservation messaging. This poster shares lessons learned in developing youth-focused content, explores strategies for fostering community through digital platforms, and highlights the potential of youth-led initiatives to broaden participation in conservation biology. In trying times for biodiversity, digital storytelling offers a powerful, adaptable tool for inspiring resilience, fostering connection, and empowering the next generation of wildlife stewards.