What criteria are used to judge nominated sites?
Each site is evaluated based on a set of criteria. Any accepted site must possess site resiliency, physical and legal access, and maintenance support. It must also possess at least two of the following: ecological significance, birdwatching characteristics or local economic significance. Educational significance may be used to bolster a site’s ranking. A diversity of sites are appropriate for the Trail. Sites can be on public or private land; be excellent birding year-round or just in one season; their access can even be restricted to appointments only. Before you exclude a site because it’s nontraditional, consult the Birding Trail Coordinator you may be sitting on a fabulous birding opportunity and a great benefit to your local economy.
