The 5th Christmas Bird Count at Smooth Rock Falls was held on Saturday, December 31, 2022. It was a mild and calm day (-2 C), with deep snow cover following the recent snowstorm. There were 4 field observers and a handful of feeder watchers and incidental observers. We listed 267 individuals of 17 species (and 17 is our average number of species). This year was outstanding for woodpeckers, with all 5 local winter species being found on count day: Downy, Hairy, Black-backed, American Three-toed and Pileated. New this year was one American Goldfinch. Highs included 15 House Sparrows and 4 Black-backed Woodpeckers. Missing this year were Common Redpoll and European Starling. Smooth Rock Falls would welcome additional volunteers, and there is definitely a need for someone who can access off-road areas by snow machine. Happy New Year! Angie Williams