We have a great free walk coming up tomorrow (Friday): the Great Backyard Bird Count Walk at Mill Creek Marsh.

The walk, at 10 a.m., is sponsored by the N.J. Meadowlands Commission and the Bergen County Audubon Society.

We are offering a 25-cent prize to the first person who spots an Eurasian Green-winged Teal. No lie. And we will ytry to pay up a little quicker this time around.

Full listing follows.

Friday, Feb. 15, 10 a.m. -noon.
Great Backyard Bird Count Walk at Mill Creek Marsh, Secaucus
This free two-hour guided nature walk starts at the entrance to the Mill Creek Marsh in Secaucus. We’ll walk along the park’s trail system, counting waterfowl, raptors, and any other birds we find. The walk is run by the N.J. Meadowlands Commission and the Bergen County Audubon Society. Directions are on the left-hand side of the blog. Check this blog for last-minute weather updates. You will have to sign a standard liability release that is good for NJMC/BCAS events throughout the year. To rsvp, contact Don Torino of the BCAS at greatauk4@aol.com or 201-230-4983.