Archive for June, 2008

An Anytime, Anywhere Celebration of Nature in the City

Friday, June 27th, 2008

 Simple citizen-science project reaches urbanites of all ages

Eurasian Collared Doves

Eurasian Collared Doves winning photo by Marian Mendez

Ithaca, N.Y.­Nature has the power to soothe and enthuse. More people are finding that out as they join the free, year-round “Celebrate Urban Birds!” citizen-science project from the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. From schools, hospitals, and senior centers, to wellness programs, scout packs, and military bases, participants are reaping the benefits of a closer connection to the natural world and a new appreciation for city birds.     (more…)