The Great Backyard Bird Count takes place from 2/18 through 2/21. You don't need any special skills or equipment. The info on what to do is here.
Welcome to GBBC — Great Backyard Bird Count

They've got some awesome prizes for photos that are selected so bring your camera.

2011 GBBC Prizes — Great Backyard Bird Count

This is my 5th year counting and it's so much fun.

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Thanks for letting us know Virgo. We have a pocket bird book and it could really be fun.

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