The National Audubon Society asks:

Did you know that birding is the number one sport in America? According to US Fish and Wildlife Service, there are currently 51.3 million birders in the United States alone, and this number continues to grow!

Birding is a unique and growing hobby that is appealing for many reasons.

According to the National Audubon Society website www.audubon.org you really only need three items to begin birding.  These items are: Binoculars, a field guide and a blank notebook.  Also, a bit of patience is helpful.

To learn more about the National Audubon Society's birding basics please click here.