Submitted by: Darlene Feener
It’s time for the Great Backyard Bird Count from Friday February 17, through Monday February 20, 2012. The four day event lets us count the numbers and species of birds we see and then post those results on-line. The Great Backyard Bird Count is important for scientists and others in compiling information on where the birds can be found.
This is a great opportunity to enjoy birding and to get to know each other better.
Red Rock Audubon Society – West Branch, in Pahrump, is participating in the Great Backyard Bird Count and would like to have as many people as possible help count the birds in the Pahrump area.
On Friday, February 17, 2012 and Sunday February 19, 2012 there will be a Great Backyard Bird Count at Willow Creek in Pahrump. Meet in the Willow Creek parking lot at 7:45a.m. The count starts at 8 a.m. and will end at noon. We will be walking along the path that goes from the clubhouse to the ponds. Distance is about two miles. Please bring water and snacks. Please dress warmly.
On Saturday, February 18, 2012 and Monday February 20, 2012 there will be another count at Mountain Falls in Pahrump Meet at the front entrance to Mountain Falls off 160 at 7:45a.m. The count will start at 8 a.m. and will end at noon. We will also bird in the garden areas within Mountain Falls. Please bring water and snacks. Distance is about two miles. Please dress warmly.
If you wish to participate in the Pahrump Backyard Bird Count, contact Darlene at darlenefeener@att.net
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