Los Angeles Audubon

GET INVOLVED IN THE CHRISTMAS BIRD COUNT

http://birds.audubon.org/get-involved-christmas-bird-count

Since the Christmas Bird Count began over a century ago, it has relied on the dedication and commitment of volunteer citizen scientists. In other words, it all starts with you!

The Christmas Bird Count season is December 14 through January 5 each year. Your local count will occur on one day between those inclusive dates. If you have more than one local count, they will probably be conducted on different dates within the CBC season. You can pick the most convenient date, or participate in more than one count.

There is a specific methodology to the CBC, but everyone can participate. The count takes place within "Count Circles," which focus on specific geographical areas. Each circle is led by a Count Compiler. Therefore, if you are a beginning birder, you will be able to join a group that includes at least one experienced birdwatcher. In addition, if your home is within the boundaries of a Count Circle, then you can stay home and report the birds that visit your feeder once you have arranged to do so with the Count Compiler. There is a $5 fee to participate in the CBC for all field participants aged 19 or older. Please see our FAQs to learn more. If you have never been on a CBC before your first step is to locate and contact your local Count Compiler to find out how you can volunteer.

Los Angeles Audubon Sponsored Christmas Bird Counts

Saturday, December 17, 2011  Lancaster CBC, Contact compilers Nick and Mary Freeman at (818) 247-6172 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it to be placed on a team or be given an area. $5.00 fee.

Sunday, December 18, 2011  Malibu CBC, Contact compiler Larry Allen at (626) 288-2701 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it to participate. $5.00 fee.

Sunday, January 2, 2012  Los Angeles Basin CBC, Contact compiler Daniel Cooper at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it to be placed on a team or be given an area. $5.00 fee.

Los Angeles Area CBC Boundaries Map and Link to Interactive Google Map