Milwaukee County Grounds Christmas Bird Count 12/19/2026

2 hours of bird counting across the County Grounds Northeast Quadrant

Join the Community Bird Count at County Grounds (Northeast Quadrant)!

Make a real local impact and contribute to vital environmental science! Join fellow community members and volunteers for a few rewarding hours of bird monitoring in the Northeast Quadrant of the County Grounds.

Whether you are a seasoned birder or completely new to bird watching, everyone is welcome!

Why This Event Matters

Situated along the Menomonee River, the County Grounds is a critical migratory flyway for southeastern Wisconsin, featuring rich forests and open fields. However, ongoing development and habitat loss continue to threaten local wildlife. By participating in this bird count, you help collect vital data to document, protect, and celebrate the diverse bird populations in our community.

Event Highlights & Tips

• Skill Level: This registration will ask for your bird counting experience level so we can pair everyone in a well balanced group - beginners and experts alike!
• Location: This registration will ask for your preferred location - we will cover many areas of the northeast quadrant. Your day-of meeting location will be sent to you via email after the groups are assigned - email will arrive a week before the event.
• Date/Time: Saturday December 19th, 2026 from 8am to 10am

Co-Sponsored By

• Friends of County Grounds Park –countygroundsfriends.org
• Forest Exploration Center –forestexplorationcenter.org
• Friends of the Monarch Trail –themonarchtrail.org

Learn more about community science efforts: Audubon Society Christmas Bird Count.

Recommended App for Novices: Download the free Merlin Bird ID App to help identify bird species in the field anytime!

📧 Questions?

Dianne Dagelen ddagelen?@sbcglobal.net 414-232-3208

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Mark McNally mtm@mcw.edu 414-430-1287