The Christmas Bird Count (CBC) is a community science project that involves volunteers counting the number and species of birds they see or hear in a 15-mile diameter circle over a 24-hour period. The CBC is a long-running wildlife census that provides valuable scientific data on bird population trends. The count helps inform conservation efforts and provides insight into the health of bird populations. The CBC began in 1900 as an alternative to hunting birds on Christmas Day.
The Monroe CBC is centered in Monroe and is associated with Green-Rock Audubon Society, running consistently since 1997. If you are interested in information on volunteering, contact Quentin Yoerger by email at harrierqman@gmail.com. To join the bird count, RSVP here.