Audubon Christmas Bird Count
Dec. 20 @ 6:30 am - 2:00 pm
Free
Join Conservancy staff and other naturalists to count and record different species of birds during a day trip into the wildlands of Catalina Island.
The Christmas Bird Count is a long-standing program of the National Audubon Society, where thousands of volunteers across the U.S., Canada and other countries in the Western Hemisphere go birding over a 24-hour period to contribute to an early-winter bird census. The data for these bird counts have long been used in hundreds of analyses, peer-reviewed publications and government reports. Watch the video from last year to get an understanding of what this event entails.
Event Details
This event begins with transportation from the Trailhead Visitor Center at 6:30 a.m. Participants will be split into groups to cover parts of Catalina that fall within the official designated birding circle. The shuttle will return to Avalon at 1 p.m. for lunch provided by the Conservancy and discussion on birds seen throughout the day.
Day of boats do not depart earlier enough to participate in this excursion, so off-Island participants should consider staying over the night before. Ferry tickets and accommodations are the responsibility of individuals.
Things to Consider
Participants need to come prepared for a full day outside in the field, standing and walking. Sturdy, close-toed shoes, sun protection, and a re-fillable water bottle are recommended. Walking on uneven terrain should be expected. Some binoculars will be available, but bring your own binoculars and a notebook, if possible.
Trailhead Visitor Center
