Bird watchers and bird enthusiasts are invited to the Christmas Bird Count at the Muscatatuck National Wildlife Refuge on New Year’s Day. The annual “bird inventory” of the refuge in Jennings County will be conducted by volunteers and is expected to last the entire day. Officials say that you should meet at the refuge Visitor Center at 7:30 a.m. to form groups and be assigned areas. You are welcome to help out as long as you would like.

Muscatatuck officials say that the Christmas Bird Count offers a wonderful opportunity for less experienced birders to learn from experts in bird identification. If you would like to take part, you should bring binoculars, warm clothing and waterproof footwear. A free, hot lunch will be provided by Muscatatuck Wildlife Society volunteers.

For more information, contact [email protected] or call (812) 522-4352, extension 12.