Tweet on the street: lots of activities for Aussie Bird Count in 2024
Published: 10 Oct 2024 2:34pm
If you’re a bird lover and looking at getting involved in this year’s Aussie Bird Count, there are plenty of free and guided activities over the bird count week to get spirits flying.
Held from 14-20 October, the Aussie Bird Count is a citizen science project run by Birdlife Australia that asks participants to record the birds they see for 20 minutes each day.
Council’s Environmental Education Officer Christina Reid is encouraging people to attend Council’s free sessions for a fun way to learn about our local fauna and for help navigating the Bird Count app.
“You can complete the count at any time and enter your findings on the free Aussie Bird Count app,” Ms Reid said.
“Council has organised local events at different locations across the city for anyone wanting guidance with the app, how to log results or just wants to chat with other bird lovers.
“It’s a week of fun, guided tours filled to the beak with helpful tips on how to identify native species.
“These events are for everyone, whether you’re an avid bird watcher or looking for something new to try. You don’t need to register for our guided events, just turn up!”
- Sunday 13 October – Bird walk at Rocky Hill. Brush up on your bird watching skills at Rocky Hill before the official start of the Aussie Bird Count on Monday.
- Monday 14 October – Bird walk from the Wiradjuri Walking Track to the Marrambidya Wetland with Council Environmental staff.
- Wednesday 15 October – Bird walk at Flowerdale Lagoon with Council Environmental staff.
- Thursday 17 October – Info session at ErinEarth. The session will include information about designing and planting a bird garden, as well as different bird nests and habitat requirements.
- Saturday 19 October – Bird walk at the Museum of the Riverina – Botanic Gardens site, with Council Museum staff.
- Sunday 20 October – Henty Wetlands bird walkabout with Birdlife Australia. This one involves a bit more of a commitment but will be well worth it, especially if you’re a real bird nerd.
To find out more about when and where these local events are being held, including meeting locations, visit Council's 'Environmental Events' page.
“We are encouraging everyone to register for the Bird Count online over the next few days and download the Bird Count app to their phones so they’re all ready for the events,” Ms Reid said.
To register, visit the Aussie Bird Count website.