The Mississippi Coastal Birding Trail (MCBT) is dedicated, in memory, to avid bird watcher and author, Judith (Judy) Toups. Judy created the original map for the MCBT in 2003. For much of her life, she fostered bird conservation along Mississippi’s Gulf Coast. Currently, the MCBT identifies and provides detailed information for over 40 sites used by local birders. These sites are historically prime for birdwatching in the 6 coastal counties of Mississippi.