Celebrate Nature This Season - Join Your Local Bird Count

The Christmas Bird Count is a long-standing community science initiative organized by Bird's Canada and the National Audubon Society, bringing together volunteers across North America to collect valuable data on winter bird populations. 

Join us on Sunday, December 27th for a day of winter birding in the Desbarats area! Whether you're a seasoned birder, new to birding, or simply looking for a way to get involved in your community, there's a place for you in the Christmas Bird Count!

Participation Options

• Feeder Watcher - from the comfort of your home count the birds visiting your feeders for a portion of the day. Please note that your address must fall within the boundaries of our count circle. 

• Field Observer - explore an assigned portion of the count area on your own or with a small group, recording the birds you observe on foot and by car. Please note there are limited spots available for this role.

Please fill out one registration form per Feeder Watcher address or individual Field Observer. After registering, you will be sent additional instructions and forms.

Weather Plan
The count takes place rain, snow or shine! The good news is that participation is flexible, and you can spend as much or as little time counting as you would like. Please dress appropriately for winter conditions and prioritize your safety. 

Contact Info 
Have questions or need help registering? Get in touch! 

Jazmin Gall 
jazmin@calt.ca
705-782-2200

Click here to learn more about this historic and significant century-old tradition.

The Desbarats Count Circle. All bird observations must occur within this boundary in order to be included in the count.