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.

Tuesday, April 5, 2011

April 5 - Northern Rough-winged Swallow


Another real good day at Garret this morning. 50+ Flickers today to go along with lots of Sapsuckers. Chipping Sparrows numbered 70+ and Warblers increased in the park as the day went on. 4 Warbler species seen with Yellow-rumped joining the others this afternoon. 20+ Pine Warblers and 30+ Palm Warblers were seen around Barbour's Pond. Ruby-crowned Kinglets arrived today along with Barn Swallow. 30+ Swallows on the pond this afternoon with a single Barn seen. 5 Northern Rough-winged Swallows or so were on the pond. I'm going to use it as my bird today.
Posted by Americanchris at 4:26 PM

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