Flock of Fun
While its probably still pretty cold where you live, getting outside for fifteen minutes will probably do your family good. The Great Backyard Bird Count runs from February 13-16, 
and participating is easy and fun. Just bundle up on any or all of the days that the event is running, and spend fifteen or more minutes outside, keeping track of all the birds you see. Then, send your list to the Great Backyard Bird Count website where a map will be continually updated with new bird sightings. There’s even a special webpage just for kids (http://www.birdsource.org/gbbc/kids), with pictures of commonly seen birds, a list of local birds in your area, as well as a printable certificate of participation. I know I’ll be outside with my binoculars for a squawkin’ good time!
– Marygrace, KIWI intern and avid birdwatcher
