The Hamilton CBC will be happening this year, though due to Covid concerns and consequent logistics, we will not be accepting any new participants for field efforts. However, if you're interested in being a feeder watcher, please contact Susan Nelson  (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.; 815-482-3734).

Folks who have helped in the past will receive more information about field efforts via email from the Compiler. We are following the following recommendations from National Audubon: 

Due to the COVID19 outbreak, this year’s Christmas Bird Count will require a few changes if your count is to take place at all. To run a COVID-19 safe and socially distanced CBC, if local rules allow. 

1. Wait until November 15 at the earliest to confirm CBC will take place, if local regulations allow. 

2. Cancel all in-person compilation gatherings. 

3. Social distancing and/or masking are required at all times in the field. 

4. Carpooling may only occur within existing familiar or social “pod” groups. 

5. Activities must comply with all current state and municipal COVID-19 guidelines.