POSTPONED TO JAN 1, 2020 - Audubon Christmas Bird Count
NOTICE: POSTPONED AND RESCHEDULED FOR WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 1, 2020!!
Per CBC guidelines, the Omaha count area encompasses a circle 15 miles in diameter, centered at the Base Lake south of Bellevue. The circle is divided into four quadrants, with a captain and team of counters assigned to each.
The 4 quadrants are:
1. BELLEVUE (includes Fontenelle Forest)
2. PLATTSMOUTH (includes Schilling WMA)
3. LAKE MANAWA, IOWA
4. GLENWOOD, IOWA (between Glenwood and Missouri River)
There are opportunities for participants to count morning-only, afternoon-only or all day. Counters take breaks during the day and usually stop for lunch. At day’s end, results from all quadrants are compiled during a pizza dinner.
People of all ages and birding abilities are welcome to participate in the count. Inexperienced counters are always placed with experienced leaders. Each person participating in the CBC should bring binoculars and dress for the weather. Some groups spend a lot of time hiking, while others spend more time in the car. Counters are assigned to groups according to their preferences for hiking versus riding.
To register to participate, please see Rick's contact information below.
