Hello VA-Birders,
Save the date - Saturday, September 20, 2014!
The Coastal Virginia Wildlife Observatory (CVWO) invites birders of all
skill levels to participate in the 20th annual Kiptopeke Challenge (KC).
The KC is a fun and friendly "Big Day" birding competition. Teams compete
to identify the greatest number of bird species in a single day within the
competition boundary of Accomack and Northampton Counties, Virginia,
including the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel. The purpose of the KC is to
increases awareness of fall bird migration on Virginia’s Eastern Shore and
to help raises funds for the CVWO.
It is easy to get involved and there are several categories in which to
compete: 24-Hour, 3-Hour, Youth Team (age 18 and under), and Special Venue.
The event is open to everyone regardless of their birding ability. The KC
is a great way for participants to utilize their birding skills in support
of a non-profit organization dedicated to avian research, habitat
conservation and public education.
For more information, a brochure, or to register write to
kiptopekechallenge@xxxxxxxxx or visit www.cvwo.org.
Sincerely,
Paul Nasca
CVWO Kiptopeke Challenge Coordinator
Fredericksburg, VA
kiptopekechallenge@xxxxxxxxx
