The 123rd annual Audubon Christmas Bird Count—the nation's longest-running Community-Science bird project—will soon be underway nationwide, and in all five boroughs of New York City.

Join the LES Ecology Center in partnership with the NYC Audubon Society to help us count birds in East River and Corlears Hook Park for the 2022 Christmas Bird Count NJ-Lower Hudson.

Anyone can participate, even beginner birders! The data collected over the past century by volunteer observers, ranging from experienced ornithologists to casual nature enthusiasts, allow researchers to study the long-term health and status of bird populations across North America. This family-friendly activity is a great way to explore our City's natural areas while contributing to valuable scientific research, and we encourage all to participate!

Registration and more information

registration by Friday, December 9 is strongly encouraged.