We love hearing about the lasting impact that one day of Citizen Science can have. A great example is the Children’s Friend event on April 28 in Providence, Rhode Island.
Their event hosted 35 participants, including families, friends, and neighbors in the area. The group developed a timeline to keep track of observations, and learned how to properly identify the focal species before heading outside to count. A particularly fun part of bird observation was sneaking outside quietly to watch the birds eating! Participants also had the opportunity to learn more about owls through a visit from the Audubon Society. Children and staff shared the memorable experience of seeing an owl up close.
“We snuck out and watched the birds. We were very quiet and saw them.” – Participant
“Me and mom went on a bird walk and saw them.” – Participant
Congratulations on a great event, Children’s Friend! Everyone definitely learned more about the birds living in their urban community, and had fun along the way.
“We saw the red cardinal. He is a boy because he is the red one.” – Participant