Birding Basics: Advanced Techniques

Take your birding knowledge to the next level!

Join us as we take a deeper dive into the world of birding. From birding by ear to recognizing bird behaviours, discover some of the expert tips and tricks that will take you from Beginner Birder to Advanced Avian Appreciator!

Join us at Tommy Thompson Park for this birding adventure! Meet your event leader outside the park pavilion, which is located at the main entrance of the park.

This event is intended for a general audience:

• Beginner level information
• Includes intermediate concepts
• Content intended for older youth and adults

Tickets for this event are $19.53 + HST (plus Eventbrite fees). If cost presents a financial barrier to your purchase, please contact tisha.tan@trca.ca.

PURCHASE TICKETS.

Parking/Transit Info: Free, public parking is available at the main entrance of the park, directly adjacent to the park pavilion. The entrance to the lot is on Unwin Avenue, just west of Leslie Street. If taking transit, take the 83 Jones bus to Commissioners St. The park pavilion is an approximately eight-minute walk from the bus stop.

Cancellation Policy: The event will run rain or shine but will be cancelled if there is a chance of thunderstorms or other hazardous weather. Registrants will be emailed by 7:00 a.m. on the day of the event if there is a cancellation. Please direct any questions regarding the cancellation policy for this event to tisha.tan@trca.ca.

Waitlist Info: If the event is sold out, please contact tisha.tan@trca.ca to be added to the waitlist.

Be Prepared:

• Please dress appropriately for a cold, winter day. Don’t forget to bring a toque, scarf, and gloves!
• Ensure you wear comfortable winter boots for the outdoor birding portion of the program.
• Flush washrooms are located at the main entrance of the park, so please plan accordingly.
• Bring a personal water bottle and snacks, if needed.
• If you have your own binoculars, please bring them! Extra pairs will also be available.

Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) is committed to creating an accessible experience for all participants. If you require an accessibility accommodation, please email tisha.tan@trca.ca at least seven days prior to the event.

This event is part of a series of educational birding programs taking place at Tommy Thompson Park this winter and is generously funded by the TD Friends of the Environment Foundation.