Rules of the Bird-a-day Challenge

Rules are simple:
Every day you add a new bird that you see or hear (not on the television, in a book or on the internet) to your list of birds for that date. You may not repeat the same bird or skip a day. Any non-caged, non-captive, free flying bird is allowed; that is except for a chicken. We're not sure why chickens aren't allowed, but we accept the rule and live by it!
The Prize:
At some point during the year "you will be unable to see or hear a new bird" to add to your list. When this happens you have completed the race and have established for yourself a mark to try and better next year. During your attempt to go deep into the year you will undoubtedly see many more birds than you would have if you hadn’t attempted the challenge. Pat yourself on the back and know you did your best.

Wednesday, April 13, 2011

April 12 - Chipping Sparrow


I spent the morning at Garret Mt. Pines, Palms and Yellow-rumps were the birds around the pond. Some Common Loons flying over, but not much else new around. Maybe the birds will move in after the front come through. Lots of Chipping Sparrows around in flocks today. I went to Walker Ave. Wetlands this afternoon, water level is still very high. This won't have shorebirds any time soon. The water level is looking good for ducks and waders. 3 Great Blue Herons and 2 Egrets along with a few Wood Ducks. A Bald Eagle flew in as well. Still today I'm using the Chipping Sparrow.
Posted by Americanchris at 3:46 AM

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