Alabama Bird Search - Youth Challenge

04/20/2026

Here's another opportunity for Alabama Bird Searchers to get out and practice for the youth challenge! Visit Monte Sano State Park Huntsville, AL post and site for Feather Fest details, coming up on May 2nd!

04/06/2026

Upcoming Alabama Audubon events for ABS kids to get some training in and meet some fellow birders!

April is right around the corner, and spring birding is in full swing!

Join us this season for guided birding adventures at Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve, Vulcan Trail, and Chapman Mountain Nature Preserve, or take part in the Great Spring Bird Count at Shoal Creek Park.
Looking for an even bigger adventure? Join us for a field trip to Shakes Creek Park in Montevallo.

Reserve your spot and spring into nature with us!
Subscribe for events or see full details ->https://alaudubon.org/event

04/03/2026

Alabama Bird Searchers! Check out Alabama Coastal Birdfest happening later this month! There are field trips for birders of all skill levels, including "Birding 101," a trip that your ABS Coordinator Jess will be co-leading. Going to be so much fun in the thick of Spring Migration and a great opportunity to practice for the ABS in Fall!

Alabama Coastal Birdfest: Explore Alabama's stunning coastline and spot some of its most unique and fascinating birds! April 23rd-26th 2026

03/18/2026

Check your email for an update from Alabama Bird Search - Youth Challenge! We're moving the competition to FALL! Not on the email list? Please message us! https://www.facebook.com/share/v/18R9oRU9UP/

11/22/2025

LOOK WHO IT IS!! Breaking the state of Alabama's birding year record, one of our very first Alabama Bird Searchers, Mason Currier, and AAlabama Audubons Andrew Lydeard! Great article at Al.com! WOO HOO!!

https://www.al.com/news/mobile/2025/11/how-two-friends-broke-the-record-for-most-bird-species-spotted-in-alabama.html

The two birding enthusiasts tried to have "big years" and got way more than they bargained for.

11/12/2025

Sign up HERE for our email list to get updates for ABS - Youth Challenge 2026. We will start sending out updates soon!

Thanks for your interest in the Alabama Bird Search - Youth Challenge! Please add [email protected] to your contacts so our emails don't get sent to your spam folder. We will send out emails periodically during the school year and more often starting in January to get ready for the ABS 202...

10/31/2025

SEVENTEEN fall friends with ID in two minutes. Test your skills before their names pop up. yourself for the OR just enjoy a peaceful alternative to doomscrolling for a bit.

10/05/2025

Lots of events on Alabama Audubon's calendar, including many free bird walks! Now is the opportunity to see some of those migrating species that will be around during the Alabama Bird Search as they make their way southward through the state! Learn how to find them now so you can find them again on competition day!

09/23/2025

Teen Bird Searchers, check out this youth birding event and mark your calendars for next year!

Students reflect on their experience at the 2025 Young Birders Event: making friends, finding birds, and learning about careers.

09/12/2025

Had to get some new birding t-shirts from Trailkeeper's Clothing Company ! Use the below link for $10 off, you can support the company that makes the t-shirts for the ABS!

"Love love love your birding birds designs! Are they peopling? Can't wait to share with the Alabama Bird Searchers 😍. So excited about the youth sizes too. Soft and comfy." - Jess S. https://loox.io/z/rh5krLGD4