Join us for AMV’s 121st Annual Christmas Bird Count. The data collected from this count, combined with other surveys, provide a picture of how the continents bird populations have changed over the years. Local trends provide strategies for protecting birds and their habitats. They can also signal an immediate environmental threat such as groundwater contamination or poisoning from improper use of pesticides.

Due to COVID, the Bird Count will be a bit different this year. Participants will not be a gathering before & after the outing. Instead, volunteers will be assigned areas and will travel on their own to make their observations. Social distancing will be maintained; traveling separately unless with family members will be required.

Everyone is welcome to participate, regardless of experience. New participants can join groups led by experts covering portions of the count area. Anyone wishing to join the count should contact Larry Gersbach (513-310-0195 or larrygers@aol.com) and he will provide details, count sheets and area maps.

Volunteers who joined us in the past will be given preference to cover the same areas they had last year. We are also asking folks who do not wish to venture out that day to observe the bird activity around their home bird feeders & yards. This information can be forwarded to Larry Gersbach and would be greatly appreciated.

Please join us in this important citizen science event. No matter if you are a beginner or accomplished birder, an enjoyable walk outside with nature looking for birds will refresh the soul.