Birds: Books, Programs and Birdwatching Kits (2.15.2022)
It is estimated that 20 percent of the population birdwatches. This popular activity is great for all ages, can be done just about anywhere and doesn’t require a lot of fancy or expensive equipment. Check out what your local library has both newbies and experienced birdwatchers alike!
Birdwatching Kits
All locations | Children and Adults
Whether you birdwatch from your backyard, a local park or travel further afield, check out a Birdwatching Kit, now available from Fauquier Public Library.
Learn to identify local birds with this on-the-go birdwatching kit! Available for children and adults, each kit contains the essentials for a successful birding expedition, including binoculars, an Identiflyer Lyric birdsong device, flashcards and the Sibley’s Pocket Guide to Virginia Birds. The juvenile backpack also includes a set of books, activity sheets and a bird bingo game.
Reserve a kit today then head to your favorite birdwatching spot to connect with nature and discover the joy that can be found observing our feathered friends.
Beautiful Birds! Books, Basics and a Free Bird Feeder
Sunday, February 20, 2 p.m. | Virtual | Families
Friends of the Rappahannock (FOR) wants to share the joy of birds with your family! Join them from the comfort of your home for a story and beginner bird watching activity. Attendees will also learn how to help birds as a family through the citizen science opportunity, Project FeederWatch.
The first 40 registrants will receive a free bird feeder and feed (one per family). A recording of this program will be posted for on-demand viewing following the event.
Register to receive the link to join and information about how to access the program post-event.
Books, books and more books
All locations | Children, Teens and Adults
Ready to get started? These titles will help budding birdwatchers learn about the many varieties of birds and guide them in bird finding and identification. What birds are waiting to be found in your own backyard?
Happy birding!