In support of the NC Bird Atlas citizen-science project and the Big Atlas Weekend, Conserving Carolina’s, Pam Torlina will be leading a bird walk in an un-adopted priority block in southeastern Henderson County.

The Big Atlas Weekend, June 23-25, is an opportunity for birders in multiple states and provinces that are running bird atlases to engage in some friendly atlasing competitions. Last year’s overall winner was Maine – with some additional effort we’re hopeful that NC can come in first this year!

This is a fun way for birders from across the state to document breeding birds and come together as a birding community. For many birds in our area, breeding peaks in late June. It’s a great time to Confirm breeding and fill gaps in the Atlas dataset!

If you’re interested in attending and helping out, contact Pam at pam@conservingcarolina.org.