VARC Open House
Colony Farm Regional Park Port CoquitlamParticipants are introduced to the research techniques required for monitoring migratory birds and the population ecology and ecosystem dynamics of wild bird populations.
Free
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Wild Bird Photography Workshop with Kris Cu
Stanley Park Nature House on Lost Lagoon 712 Lost Lagoon Path, Vancouver, CanadaDo you find it challenging to find and photograph birds? Are you looking to improve the quality of your bird photos? Join biologist and photographer Kris Cu (BC Outreach Specialist, Birds Canada) to learn more about your camera settings and the skills you need to capture stunning images. The workshop will be hands-on and will cover topics such as finding elusive subjects, working with the light, shooting creatively and wildlife photography ethics.
Free
VARC Bird Walk
Cheam Lake Wetlands, Regional Park, Rosedale ChilliwackJoin a local bird ID expert and put your skills and knowledge to the test with a group of other passionate birders!
$30
Birding with Me: Welcoming the BIPOC Community
Terra Nova Rural Park 2631 Westminster Highway, Richmond, CanadaLed by Yousif Attia, Birds Canada staff and national citizen science program coordinator, this walk will introduce you to the birds found at Terra Nova Rural Park in Richmond. Together you will search for Anna’s Hummingbirds, Northern Harriers and if lucky, the elusive Virginia Rail.
Free
Felting Nature: Bald Eagle Painting
Stanley Park Pavilion 610 Pipeline Road, Vancouver, CanadaFall in love with crafting with SPES Public Environmental Education Coordinator and felting hobbyist, Anna Bondartchouk.
$25
Birding with Me: Welcoming Women and Femmes
Queen Elizabeth Park 4600 Cambie St, Vancouver, BC, CanadaLed by species-at-risk biologist Kimberly Dohms, this walk will introduce you to the birds found at Queen Elizabeth Park, territory of the səl̓ilwətaɁɬ təməxʷ, Skwxwú7mesh-ulh, S’ólh, and šxʷməθkʷəy̓əmaɁɬ Peoples. See birds like Anna’s hummingbirds, northern flickers, and red-breasted nuthatches while meeting new people and sharing in the outdoors.
Free
Hummingbird Banding
Colony Farm Regional Park Port CoquitlamJoin us for an exciting and educational experience as we observe and study these tiny, but mighty creatures. Our experts will demonstrate the delicate process of safely extracting birds, banding, and releasing hummingbirds,
Free
Birding with Me: Welcoming the Queer Community
Stanley Park Nature House on Lost Lagoon 712 Lost Lagoon Path, Vancouver, CanadaLed by biologist Rémi Torrenta, this walk will introduce you to the birds found in Stanley Park. See birds like great blue herons, red-tailed hawks, and belted kingfishers while meeting new people and sharing in the outdoors.
Free
Bird Appreciation at the Nature House
Stanley Park Nature House on Lost Lagoon 712 Lost Lagoon Path, Vancouver, CanadaIt’s Vancouver Bird Celebration and we are so grateful for the love of birds that staff, volunteers and collaborators bring to the Stanley Park Ecology Society (SPES) community! Come drop in and appreciate some photos by Frank Lin or join a relaxing birding tour.
Free
Super Saturday – Investigation: Migration!
Fraser River Discovery Centre 788 Quayside Dr, New Westminster, CanadaFrom gulls to sandpipers, eagles to plovers, many species of birds rely on the Fraser watershed as a source of food and shelter. At this time of year, it’s extra busy with migratory birds stopping by for a rest, or to stay over the summer! Together they form a key part of the amazing biodiversity that exists along the mighty Fraser River.
$6
VARC Bird Walk
Queen Elizabeth Park 4600 Cambie St, Vancouver, BC, CanadaJoin a local bird ID expert and put your skills and knowledge to the test with a group of other passionate birders!
$30
Birds of a Feather: Bird Celebration!
Stanley Park Nature House on Lost Lagoon 712 Lost Lagoon Path, Vancouver, CanadaDiscover the incredible variety and lives of local birds in our monthly birding program, Birds of a Feather. This month, join birder Frank Lin for a relaxed interpretive outing and learn to identify and appreciate seasonal bird species.
Free
Celebrate the Birds of Burnaby Lake!
Burnaby Lake Nature House 4519 Piper Ave, Burnaby, CanadaCome learn about the the birds you can see and hear at the Burnaby Lake, learn how to use the latest apps to help you on your birding journey, sign up up for a guided birding outing, and how to make your home and community bird friendly.
Free
Hummingbird Talk
Richmond Nature Park 11851 Westminster Highway, Richmond, CanadaDiscover the different types of hummingbirds in BC and find out how to turn a garden into an oasis for [...]
Free
Birding for Beginners: Adult Walk
Colony Farm Regional Park Port CoquitlamEnjoy a beautiful walk in nature and learn the basics of birding at Colony Farm Regional Park.
Free
Birding with Me: Welcoming the BIPOC Community
Stanley Park Nature House on Lost Lagoon 712 Lost Lagoon Path, Vancouver, CanadaLed by ecologist Jaylen Bastos, this walk will introduce you to the birds found in Stanley Park. See birds like great blue herons, red-tailed hawks, and belted kingfishers while meeting new people and sharing in the outdoors.
Free
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Taking Flight: Greater Vancouver Bird Celebration Opening Event
Great Hall at VanDusen Garden 5251 Oak St, Vancouver, British ColumbiaJoin us for the opening event of the Greater Vancouver Bird Celebration on the eve of World Migratory Bird Day. [...]
Free
Bird walk on the BC Bird Trail for the Migratory Bird Day (Blackie Spit)
Blackie Spit Park 3136 McBride Avenue, Crescent Beach, Surrey, Canada"Celebrate World Migratory Bird Day! Join us for a birding walk in the Key Biodiversity Area of Blackie Spit, Crescent [...]
Free
VARC Open House at the Banding Station
Colony Farm Regional Park Port CoquitlamVARC's Open House is a structured morning field trip to VARC’s Colony Farm Banding Station. Participants are introduced to the [...]
$15
The Herons are Here – Colony Tour
Stanley Park Nature House on Lost Lagoon 712 Lost Lagoon Path, Vancouver, CanadaDid you know that every spring, Pacific great blue herons take to over 100 nests to raise their young? And [...]
Free
Tree Swallow Nest Box Building with Vancouver Tool Library
Stanley Park Nature House on Lost Lagoon 712 Lost Lagoon Path, Vancouver, CanadaJoin SPES and Vancouver Tool Library for a hands-on birdhouse-building event on World Migratory Bird Day! Learn about the design [...]
$30
Birding for Beginners – Musqueam Park
Musqueam Park 4000 SW Marine Dr, Vancouver, BC, CanadaJoin this small group for a fun relaxed morning of birding in the Musqueam Park area of Southlands. This trip [...]
Free
Burnaby Lake Park Association World Migratory Bird Day Celebration
Burnaby Lake Regional Park Piper Avenue, Burnaby, BC, CanadaJoin the Burnaby Lake Park Association as we celebrate World Migratory Bird Day! We're offering guided bird outings and walks [...]
Free
Bird Walk at Maplewood Flats
Maplewood Flats Conservation Area 2649 Dollarton Highway, North Vancouver, British Columbia, CanadaJoin a local bird ID expert and put your skills and knowledge to the test with a group of other [...]
$30
Bird Tour
VanDusen Botanical Garden 5251 Oak St, Vancouver, CanadaThe Vancouver Botanical Gardens Association is delighted to present this free, guided birding tours at VanDusen Botanical Garden with experienced guide, Emily Black. [...]
Free
Piper Spit Bird Count
Burnaby Lake Regional Park Piper Avenue, Burnaby, BC, CanadaWhether you’re just getting to know the birds in your backyard or are on the lookout for rarities, grab your [...]
Free
The World of Hummingbirds
VanDusen Guides Classroom 5151 Oak St, Vancouver, CanadaThe world of hummingbirds is a testament to the diversity and wonders of the natural world. There are over 350 [...]
$20
Big Sit at Lost Lagoon
Stanley Park Nature House on Lost Lagoon 712 Lost Lagoon Path, Vancouver, CanadaJoin us for a bird count at Lost Lagoon where, with your help, we will try to count as many [...]
Free
Preschool Wonder Walk: Every Bird Needs a Nest
VanDusen Botanical Garden 5251 Oak St, Vancouver, CanadaTake a close look at bird nests & discover how they're made. On our Garden walk, we'll look and listen [...]
$10
Feather-fest – Treetop Tales
Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre 3663 Park Road, North Vancouver, CanadaThis week, it’s the Vancouver Bird Celebration! Hear stories all about our feathered friends and what makes them special in [...]
Free
Presentation and bird trivia for the National Endangered Species Day
Surrey Nature Centre 14225 Green Timbers Way, Surrey, BC, CanadaDuring this in-person presentation, you will discover some of the most endangered, secretive and fascinating bird species that we strive [...]
Free
Birding Session with the Feminist Bird Club (Free Program)
VanDusen Botanical Garden 5251 Oak St, Vancouver, CanadaJoin the Vancouver Chapter of the Feminist Bird Club for a FREE birding meetup at VanDusen Botanical Garden! Julia (she/her) [...]
Free
UBC Biodiversity Days – Family Nature Walk
UBC Botanical Garden 6804 SW Marine Dr, Vancouver, BC, CanadaConnect with plants, pollinators and trees through a self-guided adventure in the beautiful UBC Botanical Garden! This children-oriented biodiversity adventure [...]
$23
Bird Walk at Great Blue Heron Nature Reserve
Great Blue Heron Nature Reserve 5200 Sumas Prairie Road, Chilliwack, CanadaJoin a local bird ID expert and put your skills and knowledge to the test with a group of other [...]
$15
Birds and Brews
Stanley Park Nature House on Lost Lagoon 712 Lost Lagoon Path, Vancouver, CanadaJoin us for Birds and Brews: a guided bird walk around Lost Lagoon and the Heron Colony ending with brews at Stanley Park Brewing.
$18
Tiny Feathered Travellers
Secret Headquarters 1398 E 3rd Ave, Vancouver, BC, CanadaIt's migration season! The trees in our neighborhoods are getting more colorful and filled with the sweet songs of birds [...]
$35
Preschool Storytime: Our Feathered Friends
VanDusen Botanical Garden 5251 Oak St, Vancouver, CanadaTogether we will learn about the important role of birds in nature through stories, songs, and creating a craft of [...]
Free
Felting Nature: Bird Celebration
Stanley Park Pavilion 610 Pipeline Road, Vancouver, CanadaCome hang out and needle felt a simple black-capped chickadee! By taking wool, a needle, and a bit of patience, [...]
$46
A Visit with O.W.L.
VanDusen Botanical Garden 5251 Oak St, Vancouver, CanadaThis is your chance for a meet and greet with some of nature's most beautiful birds, offered through the Orphaned [...]
$10
Budding Birders – Treetop Tales
Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre 3663 Park Road, North Vancouver, CanadaDo you love looking for birds? Then you might be a birder! Hear stories about different kinds of birds and [...]
Free
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Hummingbird Banding at the Banding Station
Colony Farm Regional Park Port CoquitlamJoin us for an exciting and educational experience as we observe and study these tiny, but mighty creatures. Our experts [...]
$15
Bird Tour
VanDusen Botanical Garden 5251 Oak St, Vancouver, CanadaThe Vancouver Botanical Gardens Association is delighted to present this free, guided birding tours at VanDusen Botanical Garden with experienced [...]
Free
Wingspan Tournament
Stanley Park Nature House on Lost Lagoon 712 Lost Lagoon Path, Vancouver, CanadaAs the Vancouver Bird Celebration nears its end, let’s combine our board game minds with our bird-y hearts! Join Birds [...]
Free
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Feathers and Fungi at Maplewood Flats (Day 1)
Maplewood Flats Conservation Area 2649 Dollarton Highway, North Vancouver, British Columbia, CanadaFeathers and Fungi is a collection of events at Maplewood Flats! Saturday May 25 and Sunday May 26 10am-4pm Photo: [...]
Free
Investigation: Migration!
Fraser River Discovery Centre 788 Quayside Dr, New Westminster, CanadaTaking place on the last Saturday of each month, Super Saturdays is a series of public programs geared toward families. [...]
$8
Nature Trivia at Surrey Bend Regional Park
Surrey Bend Regional Park 17775 104 Ave, Surrey, BC, CanadaA day of fun at the park! Nature trivia and nature scavenger hunts with, of course, birds. Bring your family, [...]
Free
Migratory Bird Fly By
Terra Nova Rural Park 2631 Westminster Highway, Richmond, CanadaPuppet karyoke story time, children's craft, activities, guided bird walks, displays. Don't miss this vibrant, eco-friendly experience! Photo: Barrow's Goldeneye, [...]
Free
Discover Tropical Birds at Bloedel
Bloedel Conservatory 4600 Cambie St, Vancouver, BCJoin a member of our Education team for this all-ages program. Meet the birds of Bloedel and discover the biodiversity [...]
$5
Birds of a Feather: Bird Celebration
Stanley Park Nature House on Lost Lagoon 712 Lost Lagoon Path, Vancouver, CanadaAs the Vancouver Bird Celebration comes to an end, let’s stretch our late spring wings on this excursion! Discover the [...]
Free
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Feathers and Fungi at Maplewood Flats (Day 2)
Maplewood Flats Conservation Area 2649 Dollarton Highway, North Vancouver, British Columbia, CanadaFeathers and Fungi is a collection of events at Maplewood Flats! Saturday May 25 and Sunday May 26 10am-4pm Photo: [...]
Free
