Great Backyard Bird Count 2025

Location of Staunton River Battlefield State Park in Virginia

Where

Staunton River Battlefield State Park, 1035 Fort Hill Trail, Randolph, VA 23962.
Clover Visitor Center

When

Feb. 16, 2025. 7:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Launched in 1998 by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology and National Audubon Society, the Great Backyard Bird Count is a community/citizen science project to collect data on wild birds. Bird observations help scientists better understand global bird populations before annual migrations.The Southern Piedmont Master Naturalists will be on hand to identify and count as many birds as we can find. Both beginners and experienced birders are welcome! Expect to walk about 2-4 miles on mostly level terrain. Please wear layers because it's likely to be cold when we begin and warm up as we go along. Sturdy footwear is essential, as the terrain may be wet in places. Bring water and snacks, and bring binoculars if you have them, to get the most out of this event. The Visitor Center has restrooms and water and will be open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., so please plan accordingly.

Please call (434) 454-4312 for questions and more information.

photo of a White-throated Sparrow on a tree branch

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: No.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 434-454-4312
Email Address: srbattle@dcr.virginia.gov