Conducting this survey over a number of years will reveal whether the population of this species is stable or perhaps declining as suggested by some preliminary data. If the survey reveals a decline, additional efforts can perhaps be directed towards habitat management for this species.
Records are to be kept of the locations, times, and numbers of singing birds.
Statewide in rural areas. At least an hour on three nights during June. Because areas to be surveyed may not necessarily be near the residences of observers, substantial night driving over unfamiliar roads might be necessary in some cases. Observers will need to be able to read maps and take notes in the field at night. Some volunteers might want to hike at night into sites remote from roads.