Now I think most readers know that I lead a bird watching group on Saturdays. We don't go out birding in the winter so I have extra time to think about things. Now that could be dangerous.
I came up with the idea that we look for 150 bird species in our city and surroundings!!! So this is one event that will run most of the year. People will report bird species that they see to an email address. Yours truly will sift through the sightings and make an official list of species sighted. This idea was met with enthusiasm so here we go for a Canada birthday project.
With this project we will be celebrating Canada's birthday.
I also hope that this project will get some publicity. The local paper picked up my project proposal to members within 24 hours so that was great publicity. With publicity I hope that birders will get to know other birders. I hope other people just generally get an interest in birding.
I also hope that the public becomes aware of the importance of natural habitat in the health of bird populations and other wildlife.
So wish us well in finding 150 species this year and around July 1 you can wish us happy birthday.
As of today we've found 35 species.
You have started up an ambitious project! Good luck.
ReplyDeleteThe most work is to record the species. Out birding is fun.
DeleteWhat a great idea!! I am sure it will be successful.
ReplyDeleteI think it will be fun!
DeleteWhat a great project, Red. I think I am fortunate to be friends with such a celebrity! :-)
ReplyDeleteIt's an interesting project but don't get that idea that I'm any kind of celebrity. We are a small city so guys like me will appear in the paper from time to time.
Deletebirding has always been a favorite of mine, I tend to get worked up over each new sighting. Have seen Carolina wren and Purple Finch the last few weeks as new.
ReplyDeleteLeading birding group you get to see many people see things for the first time.
DeleteSounds like a great way to celebrate your country's birthday.
ReplyDeleteI hope it will achieve a number of things like bring some people together.
DeleteThat is a wonderful idea, and beautiful shots!
ReplyDeleteI think I've pretty much set myself on my own project for the anniversary by continuing to document the national capital through this year.
You will see many celebrations in Ottawa and if I watch your blog I'll see them too.
DeleteI have confidence that you will reach your goal of 150 bird species. Good luck.
ReplyDeleteWe will make it.
DeleteWhat a great idea - it taps into Canada's wildlife and its natural outdoor beauty. Have fun!
ReplyDeleteI'll let you know how we do.
DeleteThis sounds like a splendid project. Perhaps it will bring new bird watchers to your group.
ReplyDeleteI'm hoping to see some new people turn out.
DeleteI think that is a wonderful way to celebrate your country's 150th birthday!
ReplyDeleteIt's one small group that gets to participate in something that interests them.
DeleteGreat idea! 150 species sounds like a lot -- quite a challenge. Keep us posted!
ReplyDelete...Happy Birthday Dear Canada! Happy Birthday to you!
ReplyDeleteBy the way Red, I have learnt your real name. Is your middle name Kenneth? That would make you KKK - Ku Klux Klan and you would have to go birding in a big pointy hat!
35 is impressive for the winter! What a good project to be involved in :)
ReplyDeleteThis is a great project! I hope a lot of people participate.
ReplyDeleteHi Red, This is a great idea. Of course I had to go look and see what the Red Deer Advocate had to say and found your idea in this article: http://www.reddeeradvocate.com/news/birders-challenged-to-spot-150/ My guess is you guys will get to 150 easily and probably many more. Good luck and best wishes on accomplishing the goal. Nice work getting it in the newspaper too!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great idea for celebrating Canada's 150th!
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