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Contact: Mary Plumb, 928-608-6202
Glen Canyon National Recreation Area is recruiting land- and water-based volunteers for the Annual Audubon Christmas Bird Count on Friday, January 3. While there is no limit to the number of land-based volunteers, this year there will be limited availability (compared to previous years) for counting birds on the water. Four volunteer spots will be available for the Colorado River below the Glen Canyon Dam and five spots will be available for Lake Powell. Due to limited space this year, those who want to volunteer will need to register ahead of time by contacting John Spence at 928-608-6267 or email.
The event begins at 7:30 a.m. and lasts until approximately 4:00 p.m. Volunteers will meet at park headquarters to sign in and request their location assignments. Park headquarters is located at 691 Scenic View Drive, Page, Arizona (adjacent to Highway 89). Birdwatchers should be prepared for exposure to winter weather conditions during this outdoor event. Please bring warm clothing, lunch, water, and birding equipment, such as binoculars and a bird guidebook, if possible.
Local participation in this annual event is only possible with generous support from community volunteers and local partners. For 120 years, the long-standing tradition of the Audubon Christmas Bird Count has helped the National Park Service collect scientific data. Participants offer significant contributions to science and bird conservation during this global count. Learn more about the Birds of Glen Canyon.
Last updated: December 18, 2019