Every December, people all over the world participate in a citizen science project called the Christmas Bird Count (CBC). This year’s Guelph CBC involves birders going out in teams in their assigned sections within a 24-km diameter circle around the city. Each team identifies and counts as many birds as possible in a single day and results are compiled at a “tally rally” at the end of the day. Visit our Christmas Bird Count web page for more information and to join a birding team for the day.
The CBC is a great way to participate in avian science, learn a little about the birds that spend their winters here in Guelph, spend time exploring Guelph’s various natural spaces, and make some new birder friends. People of all levels of experience are welcome to participate.
Tally Rally: December 20, 5:00–6:30 pm, Wild Birds Unlimited, 987 Gordon St., Unit 2, Guelph
Join us at Wild Birds Unlimited to tally all the birds counted in this year’s Christmas Bird Count. The Tally Rally will include prizes, snacks and hot apple cider. There will be no virtual option.