Bird Themed Writing Contest: NatureWILD x The Starfish
NatureKids BC and The Starfish are excited to launch our writing contest for children and youth, with the theme of [...]
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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. [...]
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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 [...]
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VARC Open House at the Banding Station
ƛ̓éxətəm 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 [...]
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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 [...]
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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 [...]
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Salmon Release and Migratory Bird Day Celebration
Tynehead Regional Park 10065 168 Street, Surrey, BC, CanadaJoin Nature Kids BC for an exploration of nature in Springtime to learn about the importance of migration with a [...]
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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. [...]
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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 [...]
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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 [...]
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For the Love of Loons Webinar
Join Birds Canada staff members Kathy Jones, Canadian Lakes Loon Survey Volunteer Manager & Biologist, and Olivia Carvalho, Urban Outreach [...]
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Birdinar Presentation: Aerial Insectivores and Insects (Online Event)
Celebrate migratory birds with this online presentation about Aerial Insectivores. Learn why this group of birds is the most in [...]
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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 [...]
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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 [...]
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Beginner Bird Walk at Jericho Beach Park
Jericho Beach Point Grey Rd, Vancouver, British Columbia, CanadaJoin this group for a fun relaxed morning of birding at Jericho Beach Park. This family-friendly walk will be geared [...]
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Bird and insect walk on the BC Bird Trail (Iona Beach)
Iona Beach Regional Park 900 Ferguson Rd, Richmond, British Columbia, Canada"Practice the identification of birds that feed on aerial insects, and learn more about ways to monitor insects and birds [...]
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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) [...]
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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
Build your own Bird House
Wild Birds Unlimited 1302 West Broadway, Vancouver, BC, CanadaKids will learn how to build their own Chickadee house. All materials and safety equipment are supplied. Watch as the [...]
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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 [...]
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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 [...]
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Hummingbird Banding at the Banding Station
ƛ̓éxətəm 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 [...]
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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 [...]
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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: [...]
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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, [...]
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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, [...]
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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 [...]
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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: [...]
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Bird Photography Essentials
VanDusen Botanical Garden 5251 Oak St, Vancouver, CanadaLocated on the Pacific Flyway migratory route, the Vancouver area attracts millions of migratory birds yearly. With such an incredible [...]
Morning Bird Walk at UBC Botanical Garden
UBC Botanical Garden 6804 SW Marine Dr, Vancouver, BC, CanadaInterested in learning how to identify and support birds in your backyard? Want to know more about bird biodiversity in [...]
$11
Bird walk: Family Friendly walk
Queen Elizabeth Park 4600 Cambie St, Vancouver, BC, CanadaRain or shine Queen Elizabeth Park is always a great location for spotting local birds. Bring your binoculars! No reservation [...]
Treetop Tales: Nest Eggstravaganza
Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre 3663 Park Road, North Vancouver, CanadaJoin us for songs, stories and rhymes all about bird nests and eggs! The Ecology Centre runs Treetop Tales every [...]
Discovery Days: Bird Brained – WAITLIST
Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre 3663 Park Road, North Vancouver, CanadaIt’s the Greater Vancouver Bird Celebration! Do you love looking for birds? Then you might be a birder! Swoop into [...]
Family Day at VARC’s Banding Station
ƛ̓éxətəm Regional Park Port CoquitlamEnjoy live bird banding demonstrations, nature-themed crafts, and a family-friendly treasure hunt. A fun, hands-on morning for all ages. Spaces [...]
$15
Global Big Day Bird Walk
Champlaign Heights Community Centre 3350 Maquinna Dr, Vancouver, BC, CanadaWhether you are a new or experienced birder, join the Everett Crowley Park Committee and our experienced bird facilitators for [...]
Bird Friendly Lions Bay Community Nature Event
Lions Bay 400 Centre Road, Lions Bay, BC, CanadaLions Bay is an officially certified Bird Friendly City. Come and learn what this means and how you can be [...]
Paint in the Park: Feathered Friends
Stanley Park Pavilion 610 Pipeline Road, Vancouver, CanadaJoin us for a bright, beginner-friendly watercolour workshop this spring for the Greater Vancouver Bird Celebration, with themes of feathered [...]
$25
Animal Migration Stories with Newcomers to Canada: Birds – Event Full
Tynehead Regional Park 10065 168 Street, Surrey, BC, CanadaNatureKidsBC talks with newcomer families about the importance of migration and our role in helping our animal neighbours in their [...]
Animal Migration Stories with Newcomers to Canada: Birds – Event Full
Stoney Creek 9136 Beaverbrook Dr, Burnaby, BC, CanadaNatureKidsBC talks with newcomer families about the importance of migration and our role in helping our animal neighbours in their [...]
World Migratory Bird Day Event – Elgin Heritage Park
Elgin Heritage Park 13723 Crescent Rd, Surrey, BC, CanadaFriends of Semiahmoo Bay Society & Birds Canada are co-hosting a special event with community participants (see list below) at [...]
Build your own Bird House
Copley Community Orchard 3587 Copley St, Vancouver, BC, CanadaA fun event for the whole family. Kids can make their own bird home (ages 6+) Materials are provided. No [...]
Birds in the City
Richmond Public Works Open House 5599 Lynas Ln, Richmond, BC, CanadaDiscover how the City of Richmond is helping our feathered friends thrive! Learn about the City’s nest box program in [...]
BIRDS OF A FEATHER … PAINT TOGETHER!
Richmond Nature Park 11851 Westminster Highway, Richmond, CanadaLet your creativity take flight in Birds of a Feather… Paint Together! This watercolour workshop explores the beauty of birds [...]
Bird Walk – ƛ̓éxətəm Regional Park
ƛ̓éxətəm Regional Park Port CoquitlamJoin a local bird ID expert and fellow birders for a morning walk through ƛ̓éxətəm Regional Park. Sharpen your skills, [...]
$30
Birding With Me: LGBTQ2S+ (Iona Beach)
Iona Beach Regional Park 900 Ferguson Rd, Richmond, British Columbia, CanadaJoin our Birding with Me program! Get to know our local feathered friends while in community outdoors. Led by biologist [...]
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Free Bird Tour
VanDusen Botanical Garden 5251 Oak St, Vancouver, CanadaVancouver Botanical Gardens Association is delighted to present free, guided Birding Tours at VanDusen Botanical Garden with our knowledgeable volunteer [...]
FLOCK AND TALK
Richmond Nature Park 11851 Westminster Highway, Richmond, CanadaDiscover the joy of birding with Flock & Talk! This fun, family-friendly walk is perfect for beginners. Learn to spot [...]
Urban Birds: Who they are and how to help?
Douglas College 700 Royal Ave, New Westminster, BC, CanadaBirds are a ubiquitous part of our urban environments. In this workshop, we’ll explore the various types of birds found [...]
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 [...]
Birding For All
Vancouver Public Library 350 W Georgia St, Vancouver, BC, CanadaDid you see that bird?! Birding can help reduce stress and lower blood pressure. Join us for a introduction to [...]
Migratory Bird Day Presentation
Douglas J. Husband Discovery Centre 4450 Clarence Taylor Crescent, Delta, BC, CanadaPresentation by David Bradley about the Motus Wildlife Tracking System (Motus) and hemispheric-scale movements of birds that visit Delta in [...]
Birds in the Breeze – Deer Lake Park
Deer Lake Park 5435 Sperling Ave, Burnaby, BC, CanadaJoin us for our guided bird outings in City of Burnaby parks! Learn how to identify the common birds around [...]
$5
Treetop Tailes: Swoop and Soar
Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre 3663 Park Road, North Vancouver, CanadaHop, dive and flutter over to our bird themed story time! The Ecology Centre runs Treetop Tales every Friday, and [...]
Wings of Spring: Renfrew Ravine Bird Parade & Survey
German Canadian Heritage Plaza 2851 E 29th Ave, Vancouver, BC, CanadaWings of Spring is a joyful blend of community science and creative celebration—a bird survey and bird parade happening side [...]
Intro to Birding
VanDusen Botanical Garden 5251 Oak St, Vancouver, CanadaLong-time VanDusen birding guide Jeremy Gordon presents this seasonal favourite! During this introductory-level class, he will discuss the best birding [...]
$36
Bird Walk – Jericho Beach
Jericho Beach Point Grey Rd, Vancouver, British Columbia, CanadaJoin a local bird ID expert and fellow birders for a morning walk through Jericho Park. Sharpen your skills, share [...]
$30
Birding with Me: Welcoming the FIlipino Community (Iona Beach)
Iona Beach Regional Park 900 Ferguson Rd, Richmond, British Columbia, CanadaJoin our Birding with Me program! Get to know our local feathered friends while in community outdoors. Led by biologist [...]
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Birds in the Breeze – Central Park
Central Park 3883 Imperial St, Burnaby, BC, CanadaJoin us for our guided bird outings in City of Burnaby parks! Learn how to identify the common birds around [...]
$5
Birding with Me: Welcoming the FIlipino Community (Queen Elizabeth Park)
Queen Elizabeth Park 4600 Cambie St, Vancouver, BC, CanadaJoin our Birding with Me program! Get to know our local feathered friends while in community outdoors. Led by biologist [...]
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Nature Journaling and Bird Vocalizations
Jericho Beach Point Grey Rd, Vancouver, British Columbia, CanadaJoin us for this family-friendly accessible event that combines nature journaling and birding. Many people know that you can identify [...]
The Herons are Here: Colony Tour
Stanley Park Nature House on Lost Lagoon 712 Lost Lagoon Path, Vancouver, CanadaJoin us for a special site visit to the Stanley Park heron rookery and learn all about how these beautiful [...]
$12
Felting Nature: Pileated Woodpecker
Stanley Park Pavilion 610 Pipeline Road, Vancouver, CanadaIt's the Greater Vancouver Bird Celebration, and we're channeling this bird-loving energy into a crafty creation with this edition of [...]
$40
Birds in the Breeze – Burnaby Fraser Foreshore Park
Burnaby Fraser Foreshore Park 7751 Fraser Park Dr, Burnaby, BC, CanadaJoin us for our guided bird outings in City of Burnaby parks! Learn how to identify the common birds around [...]
$5
Gardening for Birds
Wild Birds Unlimited 1302 West Broadway, Vancouver, BC, CanadaLearn about native species to plant for a variety of birds and beneficial insects. Registration is required call 604-736-2676 to [...]
Treetop Tales: Feather-fest
Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre 3663 Park Road, North Vancouver, CanadaHear stories all about our feathered friends and what makes them special in the animal world. The Ecology Centre runs [...]
Hummingbird Banding
ƛ̓éxətəm Regional Park Port CoquitlamExperience the magic of hummingbird banding up close! Learn about these tiny wonders and get the rare chance to hold [...]
$15
Birding With Me for the LGBTQ+ Community
Stanley Park Nature House on Lost Lagoon 712 Lost Lagoon Path, Vancouver, CanadaJoin our Birding with Me program! Get to know our local feathered friends while in community outdoors. Led by biologist [...]
Free
Nature Journaling and Birding: An Introduction
Iona Beach Regional Park 900 Ferguson Rd, Richmond, British Columbia, CanadaLet’s draw inspiration from Birds and create Art and Community! In this experiential workshop, trip leaders Joanna Chin and Neill [...]
Free Bird Tour
VanDusen Botanical Garden 5251 Oak St, Vancouver, CanadaVancouver Botanical Gardens Association is delighted to present free, guided Birding Tours at VanDusen Botanical Garden with our knowledgeable volunteer [...]
Birds in the Breeze – Barnet Marine Park
Barnet Marine Park 8181 Barnet Rd, Burnaby, BC, CanadaJoin us for our guided bird outings in City of Burnaby parks! Learn how to identify the common birds around [...]
$5
