Fall Migratory Bird Count 2026 – Date Change Notice!

by Anna White

Fall Migratory Bird Count 2026

Date Change Notice: Due to weather, this event has been moved to Sunday, October 4th.

When: Sunday, October 4th at 8:00 AM
Where: Community Center

Join us for our annual Fall Migratory Bird Count on Sunday, October 4th at 8:00 AM. This is one of the best times of year to get outside and experience the energy of fall migration as birds move through the island!

We will begin the morning by meeting at the Community Center before heading out. Following established Audubon Society count methods, participants will make 15 stops along a route stretching from the West End to the East End of Fishers Island. Each stop lasts five minutes, giving the group time to identify and record all birds seen and heard.

Located along the Atlantic Flyway, Fishers Island serves as an important stopover for migrating birds, making it an ideal place to observe a wide variety of species during this seasonal movement!

Please come prepared for a longer walk and bring binoculars if you have them. Our team will be there to guide the group, help with identification, and answer questions along the way.

Whether you are an experienced birder or just getting started, all are welcome!

Photo by Anna White (2025 Bird Count)

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