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Great Backyard Bird Count
- Date: February 18, 2022 (all day)
How to Participate in the Great Backyard Bird Count
1. Look for birds for about 15 minutes (or longer). Count birds in your backyard, local park, or wherever you spot one. It doesn’t even have to be in Garner! You can participate just once or as many times as you want during the event (February 18-21).
2. Track the species of birds and the number of each species. Use the “Merlin Bird ID” app to help identify what you see (or the attached common bird guide if you have a packet).
3. Use the form to upload your data to eBird, or count directly on the eBird app. You’ll need to make an account on the app or website. You can also email your completed form to wdpeducation@garnernc.gov and we’ll upload your data for you!
Thank you for participating!
4. (Optional) Go above and beyond to earn the NC Bird Count patch. Here’s how:
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Attend any in-person or virtual program on the Science Across NC calendar.
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Complete a minimum of 5 eBird checklists during the event. Make sure you are sharing data with the North Carolina Bird Atlas in the eBird app settings.
*If you have any additional questions visit the Great Backyard Bird Count website: www.birdcount.org Or, if you have any questions about the NC Bird Count patch visit the Science Across NC website: www.scienceacrossnc.org
New to eBird? Check out this Quick Guide to eBird! It will walk you through how to use the smartphone app and website to submit your checklists to the NC Bird Atlas.
Need bird ID help? Install the free Merlin Bird ID app on your Android or Apple smartphone or on the All About Birds website (click Get Instant ID Help)!
Garner Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Resources Events:
For information on special events please contact Kayla Bender, Events Coordinator.
It's Showtime and GPAC Playhouse Events:
For information on It's Showtime and GPAC Playhouse events, go to garnerperformingartscenter.com.
Downtown Garner Events:
Our friends at the Downtown Garner Association host great events in Downtown throughout the year. Learn more by visiting their website, emailing, or following them on social media (@DowntownGarner).
Learn more about the Garner Christmas Parade, which is run by a private committee.
Special Event Application:
Are you interested in having your special event at a Town of Garner park? Please complete the special event permit application above. Please contact Colleen Bockhahn at 984.233.2516 with questions or for more information about this application.
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