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The DBC is looking for pictures of birds taken between December 1, 2023, and February 29, 2024. All photos are welcome: amateur, funny, imperfect, high-quality. The “story behind the shot” is also taken into account when judging. The judges want this to be a fun contest; no categories have been predefined for award winners so every entry has a chance to win! NOTE: The judges usually do not give out more than one award to the same author if they submit multiple images. If you would like to look at past DBC Photo Contest winners CLICK HERE. The contest is […]

Join us again for the annual Fermi Christmas Bird Count on December 14. This is your chance to contribute to an important community science opportunity. Data collected provides invaluable insights into winter bird populations plus it’s a great opportunity to connect with fellow birders. If you participated last year, you’re already on the list and will be contacted in early December regarding your counting areas. If it’s been a few years, or you are new to the count and would like to participate, please contact the compiler, Jeff Chapman, at jeffchapman948@gmail.com. Remember you’ll be grouped with a team so no […]

The Bird Way:  A New Look at How Birds Talk, Work, Play, Parent and Think by Jennifer Ackerman will be the subject of discussion at the next meeting of the newly formed DBC Book Club.  This book explores the many strategies birds use to communicate, forage, court, breed, and survive, including fascinating behaviors like manipulation, deception, collaboration, altruism, teaching, and more. It holds a treasure trove of learning that is sure to enhance an appreciation of our avian friends. The next DBC Book Club Meeting will be held February 27, 2024. All members are welcome to join! If you would […]