In partnership with Stanly Community College

Birds Bring Us Together for the Great Backyard Bird Count 

Join the global community in sharing a love of birds & nature

For a quarter of a century, the annual Great Backyard Bird Count has been a bright spot for nature lovers. The 26^th edition of the event is coming up, and we want to invite you to participate with us at Juneberry Ridge on Saturday, February 18th.

Everyone is invited to join the count, and your bird sightings will become part of a massive database used by scientists to track changes in bird populations over time. The Great Backyard Bird Count is a joint project of the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, National Audubon Society and Birds Canada.

Carolina Chickadee by Paul Nielson, Macaulay Library

Schedule

A few notes:

1. FREE ADMISSION

2. Lunch tickets are available for $20 per person. Purchase tickets using the link below the RSVP section on this page

    Menu:   Creamy Mushroom Soup, Juneberry Greenhouse Salad Bar,  Assorted Wraps and Sandwiches

3. This event is conducted rain, snow, or shine.  Dress accordingly, as we will be outdoors hiking uneven terrain and covering substantial distances.

4. Bring Binoculars or field guides if you have them. If you wish to purchase a field guide, Birds of the Carolinas is a great place to start!

5. We have lodging on-site and welcome you to stay with us. Check availability here

This event is co-sponsored by Stanly Community College and led by Bryan Sharp, SCC Biology Instructor and ornithologist.   Professor Steve Coggin from Catawba College and Ranger Alden Early from Morrow Mountain State Park will also guide groups during our GBBC.