Are you a backyard bird enthusiast? Do you love watching the birds at your feeder?

Join NH Audubon this winter for the 38th annual Backyard Winter Bird Survey on February 8th and 9th, 2025! This statewide effort invites participants to observe and report the birds visiting their backyards, helping us track winter bird populations and trends across New Hampshire.

How does it work?
It’s simple! Watch your backyard birds for as long as you’d like over the survey weekend, record the species you see, and submit your findings (see online form on our webpage). Whether you spend fifteen minutes or several hours, your observations make a difference.

Why participate?
Last year, more than 1,500 bird enthusiasts joined us, contributing to exciting discoveries like a the first ever Yellow-throated Warbler documented on the Survey and record high counts of Turkey Vultures and Pine Warblers. Thanks to dedicated participants, the survey has documented significant increases in species like Eastern Bluebirds, American Robins, and Red-breasted Woodpeckers over the last few decades. Long-term data is essential to understanding how our wildlife populations are doing, especially in a changing climate.

Thank you for helping us learn more about New Hampshire’s winter birds! We hope you enjoy counting your feathered visitors during the survey weekend and feel proud to be part of this project.

Project Goal?
To gather information on the distribution and abundance of all backyard winter bird species in NH.

Where does the project take place?
All across NH. 

Is training needed to participate?
None!

Who is this project ideal for?
Anyone! This is a fun activity for all ages and skill levels—whether you’re new to birdwatching or a seasoned birder. It’s a great way to connect with nature, involve your family, and contribute to an important scientific effort.

How to get started? 
Visit the project website below:

NH Audubon Backyard Winter Bird Survey

Questions? Contact:
Grace McCulloch, gmcculloch@nhaudubon.org or (603) 224-9909