The 2010 Great Backyard Bird Count (February 12 - 15th) is a great opportunity to connect people with nature,

and further the Audubon mission.

 

  • Audubon and Cornell invite you to get involved February 12 - 15, 2010-- President's Day weekend
  • It's easy - just count the birds in your backyard, local park or another location and report what you see online at www.birdcount.org
  • "Count for Fun, Count for the Future" 
  • Taking part in the GBBC helps give scientists important information about birds and the environment we share. When you volunteer to help you become part of a large team of Citizen Scientists across the country.
  • You can see what birds are being reported in your own neighborhood and throughout the United States and Canada by visiting www.birdcount.org
  • Bird-watching is the second fastest growing hobby in the USA, right after gardening. The Great Backyard Bird Count combines the two. Find out why people love to combine them.
  • Discover how you can create a bird-friendly yard.    http://www.audubonathome.org/birdstohelp/
  • You can count anywhere you choose - at a local park, a school yard, even a city garden.
  • Any one can join the fun; no experience required.
  • It's FREE.
  • The Great Backyard Bird Count is perfect as a family exercise.
  • Bird watching is a stress-reducer.  Listening to bird songs helps too!
  • Introducing a relative or friend to bird watching is a wonderful gift.