Charles Town Christmas Bird Count: Guided Participation

Stroll with the birds and other PVAS bird enthusiasts at the USGS center in Leetown! Birders of all experience levels are welcome to join us as we get to know the sights and sounds of our resident birds and some visitors on their migratory paths.

Join trip leaders Carlo and Heather for a guided Christmas Bird Count experience at USGS! This hands-on outing is perfect for anyone interested in becoming part of a time-honored community science tradition. Under their guidance, you’ll learn how to conduct a Christmas Bird Count—from spotting and identifying birds to recording observations that contribute to a nationwide conservation effort.

All are welcome, no birding experience required.

After the count, you’re invited to return to Cool Spring in the evening for the optional Tally Rally, where birders from across the Charles Town circle gather to enjoy good food, tally the day’s sightings, and swap stories from the field.

Come learn, explore, and be part of a festive day of birding and community!

The property has a mix of open ponds and woods, with excellent wetland quality and diverse bird species! Click here to see a list of birds observed here in December! https://ebird.org/hotspot/L12013923/bird-list?m=12

7:30 AM - 10:30 AM

For event details, click here to go back to the calendar on the PVAS website.

Please click the orange 'Continue Registration' button to sign up for the event