Christmas Bird Count 2026

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JOIN US FOR THE 127TH Annual Christmas Bird Count!

Please select the location for which you would like to participate at below.

Each individual volunteer must register separately and can only register for one location at a time. To register another volunteer and/or register for an additional location, click "Add Registration" after submitting this form.

Note: the ending times listed are approximate and participants are not required to stay the entire time.

Note: locations that have reached capacity will not appear as an available option in the list below.

*Early registration for some locations is now open. Registration for all locations will be available starting the week of 11/9.

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First Name *

Last Name *

Email *

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State/Province

Zip/Postal Code *

What is your birding skill level? *

Beginner

Moderate

Advanced

All skill levels are welcome!

NYC Bird Alliance Volunteer Agreement *

By submitting this form, I acknowledge that I have read the NYC Bird Alliance Volunteer Handbook. I understand that it summarizes the NYC Bird Alliance volunteer guidelines and expectations of me as a volunteer. I understand that volunteering with NYC Bird Alliance is not for a specified term and is at the mutual consent of NYC Bird Alliance and myself. I agree to abide by the Policies and Procedures laid out in the Volunteer Handbook.

By submitting this form, I agree to:

Honor my commitment to the program
Cooperate with the NYC Bird Alliance staff and fellow volunteers
Be prompt and reliable
Notify the volunteer coordinator of any changes to my volunteer commitment
Keep all communications with or concerning the people in our program confidential
Maintain a respectful relationship with program partners
Model professional behavior, through both dress and decorum
Discuss any and all issues with NYC Bird Alliance staff
Respect each person’s right to self determination
Promote the safety of the birds, children, staff, and volunteers by adhering to all NYC Bird Alliance rules and guidelines

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