Audubon Christmas Bird Count
Dec. 14, 2025 @ 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.
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.
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
