Hike with a Naturalist: The Great Backyard Bird Count

  • Dates: 2/13/2026, 2/14/2026, 2/15/2026, 2/16/2026
  • Venue: Historic Yates Mill County Park
  • Location: South Raleigh
  • Address: 4620 Lake Wheeler Rd., Raleigh, NC 27603
  • Phone: 919.856.6675
  • Times: Fri.-Mon., 9:30-11am
  • Admission: Free

About

Join one of our naturalist staff members on a guided hike around the park to contribute to one of the world's largest citizen-science projects! This annual, worldwide bird count helps scientists track long-term trends in bird population and migration. Come prepared to hike at least a mile by wearing closed-toe shoes and bringing a full water bottle. Suggested for ages 8 and up. Registration is required for all family members, and children must have adult accompaniment. You can pre-register online or sign up in person on the day of the program as space allows. Meet at the park office.