Friends of MacGregor Point Park

The Christmas Bird Count (CBC) is a Citizen Science project that was initiated by American ornithologist Frank Chapman in 1900. The project has since grown to include 2000 localities across Canada, the United States, Latin America and the Caribbean. Now in its 112^th year, the Christmas Bird Count has a huge database of information reflecting the distribution of winter bird populations over the past century. This information plays a large role in determining species-specific migration patterns, population size estimates and ultimately aids in significant conservation measures. 

The Christmas Bird Counts are conducted between December 14 and January 5 each year and are carried out within a determined 24-km diameter circle (similar to the North American Butterfly Association’s Butterfly Count).

For 2011, the Christmas Bird Count within the Saugeen Shores district will be held on:

January 4, 2012 from 7:00am to 7:00pm

Participants are asked to meet at MacGregor Point Provincial Park’s Administration Building to be designated their portion of the 24km area before breaking off into groups, returning around 5:00pm to compile the sightings and enjoy a snack and warm drink.

To participate, please contact
Norah Toth at ntoth@rogers.com.