Birdability Week is an annual occasion to exchange valuable resources and innovative ideas, aiming to foster an inclusive and accommodating environment within the birding community. By encouraging accessibility, embracing diversity, and promoting a warm and open atmosphere, Birdability Week aims to ensure that birding is an enjoyable experience for everybody.
Celebrate the beauty of birds and enjoy a welcoming and inclusive birding experiences October 20 through October 26, 2025 in Montgomery Parks. Check back later for more programs and details!
| Program | Date | Location | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Socials for 55+: eBird in Action | Monday, October 20 | Wheaton Regional Park | Registration opens August 11, 2025! |
| Birds & Bats & Beavers | Tuesday, October 21 | Black Hill Discovery Center | Registration opens August 11, 2025! |
| 55+ Nature Book Club: Backyard Bird Chronicles by Amy Tan | Tuesday, October 21 | Sligo-Dennis Local Park Activity Building | Registration opens August 11, 2025! |
| Brushes and Beaks: ASL Paint Night | Wednesday, October 22 | Brookside Gardens | Registration opens August 11, 2025! |
| Big Sit and Bird | Thursday, October 23 | Locust Grove Nature Center | Registration opens August 11, 2025! |
| Early Morning Pontoon Cruise | Friday, October 24 | Black Hill Discovery Center | Registration opens August 11, 2025! |
| Understanding the Unique Needs of Meadowside’s Raptors | Friday, October 24 | Meadowside Nature Center | Registration opens August 11, 2025! |
| Bird Nerd Night | Saturday, October 25 | Locust Grove Nature Center | Registration opens August 11, 2025! |
| Birdability Week Celebration! | Sunday, October 26 | Wheaton Claridge Local Park | No registration needed |
| The Great Migration Challenge | Monday, October 20 – Sunday, October 26 | Black Hill Discovery Center | No registration needed |
Registration opens August 11, 2025!
Montgomery Parks, part of The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission, encourages and supports the participation of individuals with disabilities. Please contact 301-495-2581 (Voice) , MD Relay 7-1-1 or 800-552-7724 or ProgramAccess@MontgomeryParks.org to request a disability modification or complete our Modification Intake Form (accessible pdf)
To learn more about Birdability Week throughout the nation visit Birdability.org