Western Tanager. Photo by Jeff Black.

The Breeding Bird Survey (BBS) is a program for monitoring the bird populations of North America during the breeding season that has been in place since 1966. We’ll look at the man behind the BBS, Chan Robbins, the survey method, how population trends are used in bird conservation assessment, and some results for Idaho bird populations.

Location: Jim Hall Foothills Learning Center, 3188 Sunset Peak Rd, Boise, ID 83702, USA (map)

Registration: Optional. You can register through the City of Boise Parks and Rec website or by calling Fort Boise 208-608-7680.

This free birding program is great for experienced and novice birders alike. Terry Rich, our local ornithologist, provides information and tips on birds in the Boise area and beyond! Come to one or all sessions! Bird books and binoculars are available to borrow.

After the presentation, join Terry Rich for beginner-friendly birding around the Foothills Learning Center. Binoculars will be available to borrow.

Please note this is not a Golden Eagle Audubon event.