The Big Sit! is an annual, international birding event hosted by Bird Watcher’s Digest and sponsored by Swarovski Optik and Eagle Optics. It is more informally known as a “tailgate party for birders.” The object is to see how many species you can count in a 17-foot diameter circle within a 24-hour period. This is usually done while sitting, visiting with fellow birders, eating, drinking, and relaxing!

This will be the sixth year for The Big Sit! circle at the Balcones Canyonlands NWR on the Doeskin Ranch tract. The count will officially start around 6:30 a.m. and will likely end around 5:00 p.m. or so, but feel free to join us at any time during the day. It is a great way to spend the day in a beautiful place with good friends watching the birds. So bring a comfortable chair and join us! The count location is also wheelchair accessible.

Reserve your spot by registering online or just show up. If you have questions, contact Shelia Hargis at Shelia.hargis@gmail.com or 512-294-0272.

Please register here.