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Discover the Excitement of Fall Birding 2024!

September 2 – November 24, 2024 (12 weeks)

Registration opens Mid-August!

We will visit different parks throughout the city of Calgary as we try to capture a glimpse of birds who live here year-round or who visit us during the Fall months!

About the Course Join us for an immersive experience designed for both novice birders and seasoned enthusiasts. Led by experienced and enthusiastic volunteers, this course offers a unique opportunity to explore the breathtaking diversity of bird species that thrive during the winter months.

This 12-week course runs every day of the week (except on Fridays), with each session being approximately 3 hours. The course is offered at a discounted rate to Friends of Fish Creek members.

Start Time (no sessions on Fridays)

            • Monday to Thursday: 9:00 am  
            • Saturdays: 9:00 am
            • Sundays: 9:00 am and 1:15 pm

 

 Course Fee

            • Friends of Fish Creek Members – $60/person
            • Non-Members – $100/person

 

Who Can Participate Whether you’re a nature enthusiast, a wildlife photographer, or someone looking to delve into a new hobby, this course welcomes individuals of all skill levels and backgrounds.

 

Photo: Red-winged Blackbird, Fish Creek Provincial Park during the Birding course.


Check out the following links in case you’d like to do a bit of birding on your own!

Fish Creek Provincial Park Notes

Bird Checklist

Enjoy watching, listening for, and learning about birds, but please do not feed the birds in Fish Creek Provincial Park. Read more

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