This year's CBC will begin at 8 a.m. and will be followed by an evening potluck. Volunteers are needed to join our effort to count every bird in a 15-mile diameter circle around Laramie. This will be the 46th count of the Albany County circle. All levels of bird watchers, including feeder watchers, are welcome. Although this international event was named the Christmas Bird Count more than 100 years ago, the event is secular, with Christmas denoting the season of the annual count. Information regarding this international event is available on the website of the National Audubon Society: https://www.audubon.org/conservation/join-christmas-bird-count.
Volunteers are the backbone of the Christmas Bird Count! Some teams walk, while others drive through the territory. Volunteers should wear warm, layered clothing and boots, and bring water, snacks and binoculars (if available). Feeder watchers are also welcome. The event typically concludes with a evening potluck where the results are tallied - potluck information will be provided to participants when they register.
Volunteers must register to receive a route assignment. Check-in will be conducted at 7:30 a.m. at Coal Creek Coffee (downtown location) on the morning of the Count. Contact Shay (307-286-1972; wolfhowlin@gmail.com) for information or to pre-register.
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| The CBC occurs around the world on various dates in late December/early January. The 2023 count of the Laramie Circle will be held on December 16. |
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