The Great Backyard Bird Count is an annual four-day event that engages bird watchers of all ages in counting birds to create a real-time snapshot of where the birds are across the continent. Anyone can participate, from beginning bird watchers to experts. It takes as little as 15 minutes on one day, or you can count for as long as you like each day of the event. It's free, fun, and easy-and it helps the birds."

Personal tools

Birding Tools

How to choose and use binoculars; recommended resources.

Binocular Basics

Choosing and using binoculars

Books

Books about birds

Bird Glossary

Learn the lingo--words about birds

Audio Guides

A list of audio guides for learning to identify birds by ear.