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WILKES COUNTY BIRDING TRAILS & SUPPLIES
Birdwatching or birding is the observation of birds in their natural habitats as a recreational activity. Birding can be one of the quieter and more relaxed outdoor activities. It can be done with the naked eye, through a visual enhancement device like binoculars and telescopes, photography equipment, and by listening for bird sounds. Birding often involves a significant auditory component, as many bird species are more readily detected and identified by ear than by eye.
Some birders are avid rare bird seekers and will travel long distances to see a new species to add to one of their "lists", e.g., state list, county list, life list, etc. The NC Birding Trail is more than just lines on a map. It physically links great bird watching sites and birders withcommunities, businesses and other local historical and educational attractions.
Listed below are the Wilkes County sites on the NC Birding Trail. 
N. Blue Ridge Parkway region
New River region
Northern Foothills region
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Yadkin River Greenway - many photos posted on their Facebook