Christmas Bird Count at Mentor Marsh

Join our local Christmas Bird Count—the annual tradition of counting all the birds we can find in our area of Mentor Marsh.

Part of the larger area count organized by the Blackbrook Audubon Society, this early-winter bird census has collected citizen-science data for more than 120 years! Join us for a couple hours, all morning, or all day.

Location

Exact location and directions will be provided upon registration.

Tickets

Free; registration requested

Field Trip Intensity

Moderate; family-friendly

What to Bring

Bring binoculars, a camera, or any other tools for birding/exploring. Be sure to dress for the weather and wear sturdy, waterproof shoes for off-trail walking.

About Mentor Marsh Guided Nature Hikes

The Carol H. Sweet Nature Center is located at 5185 Corduroy Road in Mentor. From November through March, a naturalist will staff the Nature Center from 11am to 4pm on the first Sunday of the month. From April through October, the Nature Center will be staffed from noon to 5pm on Sundays.

Family-friendly nature hikes are offered on the first Sunday of the month at 2pm. Meet at the Nature Center unless otherwise indicated. Our programs are a go in all but severe weather, so please come prepared for the weather conditions. We recommend long pants and sturdy shoes, as some trails may be muddy.