Bird Walks and Non-Breeding Season Surveys
Join our Bird Walks and Non-breeding Bird Surveys and learn more about the birds of the Salt Lake Valley.
Our community science team monitors birds at 13 sites in the Salt Lake valley to help inform bird-friendly management, restoration, and habitat conservation. During the non-breeding season (August through February), we visit each site once per month to do a non-breeding survey bird walk. A staff person leads a small group of volunteers on a walking survey through our site, identifying and counting birds. Generally, these surveys last approximately 2-5 hours, and you can choose how often you attend.
We also lead year-round bird walks in Liberty Park (Wednesday mornings) and at the Jordan River Nature Center (Friday mornings).
These bird walks are open to the public, and are a great way to get started in the world of birding. No experience is required, but you’ll need to RSVP through the link below!
Here is a map of our current bird monitoring sites. When you sign up for a survey, we will send you an email the day before with directions on where to meet us, and instructions on what to bring.
All Levels Welcome
No need to be an expert birder. Our leads teach you how to spot and identify wild birds in and around SLC.
No Binoculars?
No problem! We have spare binoculars to share, sized for both adults and children. Bring along the crew!
Why Bird With Us?
Do you like being outside? Love wildlife? Learn how we can all help birds by paying attention to where they are.
Project Partners
Our project partners include the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources, Salt Lake City Public Lands, Salt Lake City Public Utilities, Seven Canyons Trust, the Jordan River Commission, River Restoration, and Salt Lake County.