Description
Every December, birders across North America step outside and count every bird they can find as part of the longest-running community science survey in history—the Christmas Bird Count.
You will start by learning to recognize common winter species with a bird scavenger hunt on a short, flat, accessible trail. Afterwards, use binoculars from the window overlooking Arcadia's feeders for an official counting session. Your count contributes to over a century of bird population data—real science you can do together as a family.
When
- Sat, Dec 19, 2026 11:30 am - 12:30 pm
Who
Families - children 5 - 12 years
Cost
- Adult Members Free
- Adult Nonmembers Free
- Child Members Free
- Child Nonmembers Free
Where
Location: Arcadia Wildlife Sanctuary, Easthampton
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Questions? Contact us:
- 413-584-3009 [email protected]
Instructors
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Kelly Walbert - Teacher Naturalist
Instructions
Please meet at the Nature Center . About half of the program takes place indoors and half outdoors. The outdoor portion follows less than a half mile of an accessible, flat trail. Bring your own binoculars or borrow a pair from us.