Fall 2024 Migratory Bird Count

Event Details:

• Date: Sunday, September 15
• Time: 8:00 AM
• Location: Community Center

We will start our bird count with a gathering at the Community Center at 8:00 AM. Please dress for a long walk and don’t forget your binoculars!

The count will follow Audubon bird count guidelines, with 15 five-minute stops from the West End to the East End of Fishers Island. At each stop, birders will identify and call out the birds they observe. Our team of experts will lead the way and answer any questions.

Fishers Island is a prime spot for birding, especially during the fall migration. Located along the Atlantic Flyway, the island is a key rest stop for birds traveling from as far north as Canada to their winter homes in the south. In late September, our summer bird residents begin their journey, and the skies fill with migrating species passing through.

Whether you’re an experienced birder or just starting out, fall migration is the perfect time to grab your binoculars and witness the incredible variety of birds making their way through the island.

Last year, after a warm, dry summer, we saw many migratory birds beginning their journey south. We appreciate your participation in helping us track these important bird populations.