The Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC) is a fun way for participants of all ages to learn about birds, engage in an easy activity, and make friends in the community.
Join our Great Backyard Bird Count at San Marcos Foothills West Mesa.
CIR is encouraging you to go out and look for birds! This free, fun event involves discovering what bird species reside in our local area and educating ourselves about their distinct characteristics, from the microhabitats they populate to their foraging and nesting habits.
No experience is necessary for our count! You don't need to be a birder to participate, although binoculars or a camera with a zoom helps, and each walk will include an experienced birder and a recording specialist, who will compile your count. We'll also provide you with a helpful checklist for the day as you observe local species, such as Anna's hummingbird, the Acorn woodpecker, the Western scrub-jay, the Blue grosbeak, and many more!
The bird count is a fun way to spend a few hours, and it will help serve the greater good for community research. Bird populations are constantly changing, so to help us better understand how to protect birds and their habitats, we continuously record data.
This free event will also be a great introduction to our docent program, which will give you the opportunity to share local environmental stories.
Thank you and we hope to see you on the count!
Where: San Marcos Foothills West Mesa
When: Saturday, February 15th and Sunday, February 16th from 8 am to 10 am
Why The Bird Count?: Not only is the bird count a fun way to spend a few hours, but it will help serve the greater good for community research. Bird populations are always under constant change, so to help us get a better understanding of how to protect birds and their habitats, we continuously record data.
When You Volunteer With Us Please Remember:
Wear long, sturdy pants for comfort and safety
Wear a long sleeve shirt for protection
Bring sunscreen and a sunhat
Wear hiking shoes or boots for safety. No flip-flops or sandals allowed
Bring plenty of water and snacks for the day
Make sure to sign all required waivers before arrival
Have Photos From Your Volunteer Day?
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