Community Science: Christmas Bird Count

For more than 120 years, volunteers across the Western Hemisphere have spent one winter day counting every bird they see or hear to help track population trends and guide conservation efforts. This annual event, known as the Christmas Bird Count (CBC), is open to everyone. Each count is organized inside an established 15-mile diameter circle by a local compiler who will guide you through the process. Live inside a circle? You can even report birds from your feeder! Free to participate! All skill levels welcome! A fun way to contribute to real community science! Please email volunteers Jan Sharp [email protected] (Cable Area) or Tom Matthiae [email protected] (Hayward Area) for more information if you are interested in volunteering.