Nature Squamish sponsors the annual Audubon Christmas Bird Count (CBC) for the Squamish area. Audubon Christmas Bird Counts are held around the world during a four week period in December and January. Those who are interested but not able to join the counters in the field are welcome to conduct a count in their own backyards.
When:
Mid-December. Date confirmed by December 1 each year. Pre-registration is required.
Where:
Meeting place confirmed each year. Each team surveys one of 16, pre-assigned areas covering the wider Squamish Valley.
Who:
Everyone is welcome on the Squamish CBC and encouraged to take part. Please contact the count coordinator, if you are interested in participating but have reduced mobility, health concerns, or other restrictions.
What is involved?
This CBC is a full day count, from 7:30AM to 3:30PM. Teams usually gather afterwards for a potluck and to share stories and tally results. Hardy Squamish counters generally record around 70 species. CBC data (count code = BCSQ).
The count takes place rain, shine, or snow. Be sure to dress for the weather. Wear appropriate footwear and bring a pack with extra layers, hot drinks, and lunch.
More info:
- Teams generally include two counters
- Most routes include some driving and walking
- Some count areas have uneven, muddy, snowy, and otherwise awkward terrain
- Data collection using eBird mobile is encouraged (but paper is also ok)
- The count coordinator will contact registered participants in advance to assign your route and provide additional details.
CBC Coordinator:
Christopher DiCorrado, birds@naturesquamish.ca
Banner image: Spotted Towhee eating winter berries, courtesy of Claudia Cridge
Bird Cound Coordinator
Christopher DiCorrado, birds@naturesquamish.caInterested in this opportunity?
Please fill out our volunteer form and we'll be in touch