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CVH Animal Sanctuary: Great Backyard Bird Count Walk
February 15 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Great Backyard Bird Count Walk
Date: February 15, 2026
Time: 9am-11:00am
Location: CVH Animal Sanctuary, 8 Commerce Road, Newtown (Catherine’s Learning Barn)
Expert: Ken Elkins, Director of Education & Partnerships
All ages (children must be accompanied by a registered adult)
FREE
Registration limited to 25 participants
*For the safety and comfort for all, no pets are allowed.
Time: 9am-11:00am
Location: CVH Animal Sanctuary, 8 Commerce Road, Newtown (Catherine’s Learning Barn)
Expert: Ken Elkins, Director of Education & Partnerships
All ages (children must be accompanied by a registered adult)
FREE
Registration limited to 25 participants
*For the safety and comfort for all, no pets are allowed.
Join us for a special naturalist-led bird walk to participate in the annual Great Backyard Bird Count! Learn basic bird identification and how to be part of this global citizen science project. An exciting way to observe and count the birds spending the winter at the sanctuary while making a difference. All skill levels are welcome to contribute valuable data. Binoculars will be provided.
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