The Global Shorebird Counts 2020 Covid-19 Pandemic Statement
In the year of restrictions and losses birding communities have been facing new challenges all over the world. Bird conservation projects have been compromised and studies have been suspended in the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic.
As life slowly returns in our everydays, we give it a try to organise a little different World Shorebirds Day and the popular Global Shorebird Counts.
Organisers of the Global Shorebird Counts DO NOT encourage local organisers for large gatherings and joint birding walks, but rather encourages individual efforts. Social distancing, the frequently used term, is not followed in most places, but we have to make efforts to make it happen. The virus is still around and we have to act accordingly and responsibly to stop its spreading. If not for us, then for others, especially for the elderly birding communities.
The Global Shorebird Counts 2020: The Kick-off
As usual, the counts are covering a whole week to give participants a chance to visit as many different locations as possible. In 2020 the counts are carried out between 3–9 September and you can choose any of the days during the counting week.
It highly recommended not to do multiple counts from the same location but explore new ones, if travels and time allow.
As in previous years, our blog will provide further details as we enter the counting week. In the meantime, you can sign up to our old-fashioned email community mail list or follow our Facebook page. Last year I launched a new website as well so the information can come your way from many directions.
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