Christmas Bird Count - Northwestern Gloucester County

This nationwide citizen scientist mission, orchestrated by the National Audubon Society, has been underway for 125 years! Our local count is a 15-mile diameter circle split into 13 different areas (see the map) each with an area leader and good complement of assistants.

The leaders and their colleagues will venture out, some starting in the wee hours for owls and other nocturnal things, in an attempt to count all birds they can identify through sight and sound. One may help for as long as you would like; all day, half day, a few hours, or maybe even only owling as some do - if your group does it. Participation time may be arranged with your leader. Experience is not necessary. There should be enough “seasoned” birders in the group to assist you in identifying. In fact, I know most birders are thrilled to share their experiences and knowledge! This is how most of us learn!

Yes it can be cold, but that is part of the uniqueness. Flannel lined jeans are definitely advised. A good lunch, warm gloves or mittens and a pair of binoculars are helpful. Experience is not necessary! We have experienced birders waiting to help and teach.

This year again we will be doing the 'feeder watch' if you can't join us yet you are in the count circle. Sometimes some birds are seen by feeder watchers that escape those birders out beating the bushes!

Come one, come all! We would love to have you and would cherish the help.

Compiler, Ron Kegel
I can be reached at:
609-617-0635 cell
[email protected]

Info on the national count effort: https://www.audubon.org/community-science/christmas-bird-count/join-christmas-bird-count