Where do we meet the morning of the count.
Each area is assigned a leader and the leader will assign a time and place for your group to meet.How do I contact my area leader.
Each area leader is listed on the leaders page with telphone number and email address click hereWhat do I need to bring with me on the count.
Contact your area leader for specific details, but in most cases you will need to bring plenty of water, a lunch and snacks. Many of the count areas require walking and hiking most of the day.How long does the count last.
The count lasts the entire day. Most teams begin birding before sunrise and end around sunset. If you can not count the entire day, let your area leader know and arrangements can be made.Will I do a lot of hiking.
Most, but not all areas require walking and hiking most of the day. Contact the count compiler, if you would like to participate, but you are not able to walk or hike long distances.Do I have to pay a fee or for gas.
The count has no fee and it is customary to pitch-in for gas if someone else drives. About .25 cents per mile per person is normal.Do I need to be an expert birder.
No. If you are a beginner or just starting out, that is ok. You will be placed in a group with a strong leader who will work with you. If you are a beginner, you can contribute in many ways, like driving, keeping track of miles driven and miles walked, and keeping track of temperatures and windspeeds.Where is the compilation dinner.
Due to the pandemic we will not have a compilation dinnerWhat forms do I need to fill out.
If you are an area participant, you will probably just need to fill out a form with your name and address. The area leader normally fills out the checklist form and the compilation form. For a compilers packet click hereWhere can I find a checklist of the birds
A checklist of the birds. Click hereHow do I get a copy of the Audubon Society Bird Count Issue.
Where can I find the dates of other bird counts.
For a list of bird counts in Arizona click hereHow do I report a rare bird.
Rare bird reports can be submitted by filling out the on-line form here. Or by printing a copy of the rare bird form here and giving it to your area leaderHow do I participate as a feeder watcher.
A feeder watch tally form can be found hereIf you have any questions contact me.