Western Pennsylvania Audubon sets dates for 125th annual Christmas Bird Count – Outdoor News
From Western Pa. Audubon
Pittsburgh — Audubon Society of Western Pennsylvania recently announced dates for the 125th annual Christmas Bird Count.
The four regional count dates are:
Buffalo Creek Valley (includes Todd Nature Reserve & Buffalo Creek Nature Park) – Dec. 14. George Reese at [email protected]
Mon Valley – Dec. 15. Nick Stahlman at [email protected]
Pittsburgh (includes Beechwood Farms Nature Reserve – Dec. 28. Brian Shema at [email protected]
South Butler (includes Succop Nature Park) – Dec. 29. Chris Kubiak at [email protected]
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The Christmas Bird Count is the world’s longest-running citizen science project. People of all ages and birding experience levels count birds that they see on the counts, then the data is compiled and used to measure changes in bird populations.
This wealth of information paints a picture of bird distribution and abundance while aiding in the understanding of the urgency of bird conservation.
Participation is free and prior experience is not necessary – new birdwatchers can be teamed with experienced birdwatchers.
Find Christmas Bird Count training classes on Audubon’s website and find your closest bird count circle here.
There are even Kids’ Christmas Bird Count programs!
