The Great Backyard Bird Count: A Field Trip to Wilson Farm Park
The Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC) was begun in 1998 to engage people of all ages in counting birds to create a real-time snapshot of bird populations. Everyone can take part by counting birds in their own yards, but if you’d like a little company this year or just want to learn more about the GBBC, please join us for this birding trip around Wilson Farm Park in Tredyffrin Township, Chester County.
No prior knowledge of birds or birding is necessary to attend – in fact, this outing is best suited for beginning birdwatchers or those new to counting birds for the Great Backyard Bird Count. Kids are definitely welcome to participate too (we do ask that children under 18 be accompanied by an adult). This outing takes place along a paved ADA-accessible trail which easily accommodates strollers and wheelchairs.
Bring binoculars if you have them. The leader will keep a list of birds observed during the outing which will be shared with attendees. The list will also be posted to the Valley Forge Audubon Society website where all participants will be able to access it.
To find us: This park has two entrances. Be sure to use the Lee Road Entrance. Where Lee Road dead ends at the main park entrance, turn LEFT and follow the road all the way to where it ends at the all-abilities playground and parking lot, where we will meet. (GPS: 3GFW+C79)
