Excitement is in the air as we gear up for the upcoming Spring Migration Season! Soon, our city will be abuzz with the sights and sounds of migratory birds making their journey. We are preparing to be on the lookout each morning and continue raising awareness of the dangers that light pollution poses to migratory wildlife.

The three pillars of Lights Out, Dallas are collision monitoring, education, and advocacy. Thus far, our efforts have focused primarily on collision monitoring surveys, limiting our capacity for education and advocacy. Starting this season, the number of survey days in downtown Dallas will be decreased, allowing us to balance our time more evenly across the campaign’s three pillars.

Stay tuned for upcoming Lights Out events and updates as we celebrate the wonder of migration together and take action to make our skies safer!

Surveys Begin Soon!



Spring surveys will begin March 12 and end June 1. Unlike previous seasons, surveys will be conducted 7 days a week during Peak Migration (April 22 – May 12). Outside of the Peak Migration period, surveys will take place 4 days a week on Tuedays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays.



Need a reminder of the dates? Please refer to the calendar. Blue highlighted days indicate survey days. Volunteers are encouraged to sign up for the days they plan to participate.

When:

March 12 - April 20

Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat mornings

April 22 - May 12 (Peak Migration)

Mon-Sun mornings



May 13 - Jun 1

Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat mornings

ALL surveys begin at 6 am and end around 8 am!

Where:

Mornings start and end at the Perot Parking lot; see below in the "Parking Map" for the parking location and the correct entrance. 

Upon arrival at the parking lot gates, press the Help button on the screen and inform the security team that you are there for the Lights Out, Dallas bird monitoring surveys. This will grant you access to the parking spaces​ (see attached map).

Volunteer Sign Up Portal

Sign up for the days you plan to participate. More enthusiastic individuals have expressed interest in joining Lights Out, Dallas! With the new survey schedule, we are excited to introduce our new volunteer sign-up feature, providing you with the opportunity to explore available opportunities and plan your volunteer hours accordingly. Start planning your involvement today by checking out the new sign-up platform. Your support is crucial to the success of Lights Out, Dallas!

Cedar Hill: Proclaiming Support for Lights Out Texas! February 27

Time: 7:00 pm

Location: Cedar Hill Government Center – 285 Uptown Blvd, Cedar Hill TX 75104

A special proclamation supporting Lights Out Texas at Cedar Hill's City Hall! Let's protect migratory birds by reducing light pollution. Be there as city leaders declare their commitment. Together, we are making a difference!

Lights Out, Texas! Movie Night and Art Exhibit March 2nd

Time: 5 pm – 7 pm

Location: Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center

Exhibit On View: March 2 – 31, 2024

You're invited! Organized by the Texas A&M Biodiversity Research and Teaching Collections, Lights Out, Texas! exhibit showcases collaborative efforts among students, faculty members, staff, and local artists. The exhibit aims to educate the public about the importance and impact of bird specimens collected from Lights Out, Texas partners across the state. The installation features a diverse range of elements, including digital media prints, original artwork, migration maps, specimens, and more.

Science under the Stars at Collin College March 22

You do not want to miss an exciting science-themed carnival happening where we will be spreading awareness of Lights Out, Dallas efforts and light pollution issues.

Education/Community Outreach

Bring Lights Out, DFW! campaign to you.

Beyond participating in bird-window collision surveys, everyone can contribute to supporting migratory birds. Educators and group leaders, reach out to us if you’re interested in discovering more about the Lights Out, DFW! and learning ways to help save birds at home.