Forms and Checklists
NOTE: When you click on a (.pdf), (.docx) or MAP link below, some files will be automatically downloaded to your computer AND some will display in a new window with the ability to download that file to your computer.MORRO BAY SECTOR DESCRIPTIONS (.pdf) or (.docx).
Printable descriptions of Morro Bay CBC sectors and what species to look for
once you're there.
You can also use the online "clickable" Morro Bay CBC Sector Map.
MORRO BAY FIELD CHECKLIST (.pdf)
UPDATE: This is the latest checklist and is dated 10/2026. Please DO NOT USE any printed checklists from an earlier date.
PRINTING: Do not scale or reduce margins. Print page 1 of Count Checklist, turn the paper over to print page 2, then fold into a trifold, or select "Print Two-Sided/Flip on Short Edge" if your printer has that capability.
SUGGESTION: Print above and take with you on count day.
eBird's Counting 102--birds at feeders An article with tips for counting birds at your home feeders. May be useful to those counting their home feeders during the CBC.
MORRO BAY FIELD CHECKLIST (.pdf)
UPDATE: This is the latest checklist and is dated 10/2026. Please DO NOT USE any printed checklists from an earlier date.
PRINTING: Do not scale or reduce margins. Print page 1 of Count Checklist, turn the paper over to print page 2, then fold into a trifold, or select "Print Two-Sided/Flip on Short Edge" if your printer has that capability.
eBird: Instead of filling out a paper checklist, you may use the eBird
app on your mobile device to record your sightings in the field. Please refer
to
this link
for information on eBird best practices for the CBC. “Share” all of your Count
Day eBird lists directly with us at
MorroBayCBC@gmail.com
via the eBird website or mobile app. Important! In the
“Checklist Comments” please include 1) the Sector Number, 2) all observer
names, and 3) any hours and miles spent car birding, boat birding, or
owling.
MORRO BAY RARE BIRD REPORT FORM (.pdf)
MORRO BAY RARE BIRD REPORT FORM (.pdf)
Print this form to use for any bird reported that is not on the
Count Checklist, or for Count Checklist birds that are marked with an
asterisk. A printed form is not necessary if you are submitting a checklist via the eBird app, but you must include rare bird descriptions along with any photos or other media as part of the eBird checklist so that the observation can be reviewed.
MORRO BAY TARGET BIRD SPECIES (.pdf)
MORRO BAY TARGET BIRD SPECIES (.pdf)
This is a heads-up list of some rare or uncommon birds that have been seen
recently and during previous years within the count circle.
SUGGESTION: Print above and take with you on count day.
eBird's Counting 102--birds at feeders An article with tips for counting birds at your home feeders. May be useful to those counting their home feeders during the CBC.
