There is still time to get involved in the 2012 Great Backyard Bird count. Click the link below to read more about one birdwatchers experience.
But she insists birdwatching is not an expensive hobby. She figured she spends about $15 a month on seed. (She lives in a subdivision without mature trees, so pilfering squirrels aren’t an issue.)
"Binoculars are a very important, if not essential, part of birding. Aside from our own eyes and ears, they are the primary tool by which we can differentiate between birds at a distance. There are many brands and models to choose from, and picking a pair that is well suited to your needs is key. Here we hope to provide you with some pointers on choosing, using, and caring for your binoculars."
Nikon has a rebate program for their Monarch ATB 42 mm binoculars. There are 6 models that qualify for this rebate.
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Jason Mauro, a local Audubon Society Board member, talks about the basics of bird watching at Baltimore Woods Nature Center in Marcellus.
"Did you know that birding is a popular sport in America? According to US Fish and Wildlife Service, there are currently 48 million or one in five birders in the United States alone."
This looks like a great place for bird watching. Get your hiking boots and bird watching binoculars and head to Hawk Mountain.
Hawk Mountain is a refuge for birds of prey. But what draws thousands of hikers there every fall is the fall migration. They have and maintain over eight miles of trails that take you to various lookouts.
