The Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation (SCCF) and Sanibel-Captiva Audubon Society are hosting the annual Sanibel-Captiva Christmas Bird Count on December 20th, and they need your help!
This local event is part of the National Audubon Society’s 126th Christmas Bird Count. You do not need to be an expert birder to participate—volunteers are needed for various roles, including driving, spotting birds, recording data, and tallying numbers.
The home base will be SCCF headquarters (3333 Sanibel-Captiva Road), open as early as 6:30 a.m. for teams to pick up data sheets and refreshments. Teams will regroup throughout the day to compile sightings.
Live within the count circle but can’t go into the field? You can still contribute as a Bird Feeder Watcher! Simply spend at least 30 minutes watching your home feeder(s) and submit your sightings. This is an easy way for families or new birders to help collect crucial data on common backyard species.
The Sanibel-Captiva count dates back to 1961, following the tradition started in 1900, where people began counting birds instead of hunting them for sport during the Christmas season.
To get involved or for questions, contact SanCapCBC@gmail.com. Join this vital community science effort!
