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The Cornell Lab Young Birders Event 2025
The Cornell Lab is excited to host the annual Young Birders Event this June 26 – 29, 2025 in Ithaca, New York. If you’re a teenager interested in pursuing a career that connects with birds, this event is for you!
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January eBirder of the Month Challenge
This January’s the eBirder of the Month Challenge, sponsored by ZEISS, is your chance to sharpen your eBirding skills and start the year strong. Whether you’re new to eBird or a seasoned contributor, this challenge is designed to help you learn something new while maximizing your use of the eBird platform.
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Win a free Cornell Lab Ornithology course
Start the year by building a strong foundation of birding knowledge. We’re excited to partner with the Cornell Lab’s Bird Academy to offer a suite of exciting educational resources in thanks for your eBirding. In January, every eligible checklist that you submit gives you a chance to win free access to our Ornithology: Comprehensive Bird Biology Course. This fantastic course will deepen and […]
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