Attention bird lovers and conservation champions! The Earth Week Birding Classic 2025 is just around the corner, and we’d love for you to be part of this exciting, nature-filled challenge. Whether you’re an experienced birder or simply enjoy the thrill of spotting feathered friends in the wild, this event is a fantastic way to celebrate birds while supporting conservation efforts.
What’s the Birding Classic All About?
From April 11 to April 19, teams across central Pennsylvania will take on the challenge of identifying as many bird species as possible within a 24-hour period. With multiple team categories, there’s a place for everyone—from students and families to seasoned experts and those who prefer a relaxed “Big Sit” style count. And for the truly competitive, the Ruffed Grouse category crowns the team that tallies the most species overall!
Why Should You Join?
Beyond the fun and friendly competition, this event fosters a deeper appreciation for birds and their habitats. It’s a perfect opportunity to connect with fellow birders, sharpen your identification skills, and contribute valuable data to conservation efforts. Plus, teams can gather pledges to support bird conservation and education programs in central Pennsylvania.
How to Get Involved
Registration is free and open until April 9. The competition wraps up with a celebration at U.S. Hotel Tavern on April 19 at 5:30 PM, where we’ll announce the winners and swap stories from the field.
Whether you aim to break records or just enjoy a peaceful day with binoculars in hand, we welcome you to join us for this unforgettable birding adventure. Let’s celebrate Earth Week with the joy of birds—sign up today!
Here are all the rules and guidelines, as well as the sign-up form.
For more details, contact Catherine Farr ([email protected]). Happy Birding!