Join Nature Guelph Bird Wing at the New Guelph Lake Nature Centre for this family-friendly Christmas Bird Count, the longest-running community science project in North America. This popular winter holiday event offers young birders and their families an easy and fun opportunity to contribute to stewardship by documenting winter bird populations.
After a short presentation, we will take to the trails on a guided hike to find and practice identifying the birds at the Guelph Lake Conservation Area! We will then return to the nature centre for some refreshments, craft and a tally rally to share our findings.
Christmas Bird Count is a tradition for many families and is the longest running community science project in North America! Each year, people in more than 2000 locations throughout the Western Hemisphere participate in the Christmas Bird Count!
REGISTRATION REQUIRED Nature Guelph members are welcome to register early. Non-members may only register two weeks before the event. https://forms.gle/dZVBxesgvN59D7HZ8
There is no cost to attend this event but participants may consider a $5 or PWYC donation to Birds Canada (https://www.birdscanada.org/give). Further there is no cost for entry into the park (just say you are participating in the CBC event).
Nature Guelph events are open to non-members and everyone is welcome! This event is free, but donations are always appreciated. If you enjoy our events and programs, we hope you will consider buying an annual membership. Nature Guelph memberships are: Individual: $30.00, Student: $15 www.natureguelph.ca
LOCATION & TIME: New Guelph Lake Nature Centre, Guelph Lake Conservation Area, 7743 Conservation Rd., RR 4, Guelph, ON N1H 6J1.
IMPORTANT DETAILS:
- Aimed at ages 6-14 – though everyone is welcome (children must have caregivers accompanying them)
- Pre-registration required so we have an idea of numbers so GRCA can prepare snacks, and crafts
- 24 pairs of binoculars available at Nature Centre, though participants are encouraged to bring their own. You can also borrow binoculars from the Guelph Public Library.
- DRESS WARMLY! It will be colder than you think! Dress for the weather – it’s often colder than you think, so wear lots of layers!
Email birdwing@natureguelph.ca if you have any event-related questions. Please do not request assistance with registration through our social media accounts.