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Many of us are spending more time at home than ever before, longingly looking out the window. But that window, porch, yard, or garden isn’t just something to stare longingly through, it can be your ticket to the best show in town.
For birders, one way to get through this period is to spend time outdoors enjoying birds—just remember to keep health and safety your top priorities. Follow the recommendations of your local health authorities at all times, even if it means staying at home and focusing on your yard or garden list instead.
On Sunday, October 27th, the County Coordinators for the Maryland-DC Breeding Bird Atlas 3 team met at the Gwynbrook WMA to discuss the upcoming project. With most counties represented, the day consisted of reviewing project expectations and responsibilities, communication methodology, review of the eBird platform and the ability to discuss other topics among the team. […]
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