Upcoming Events
2025 Winter Bird Count 4 Kids!
January 24th
Calling all bird-loving humans aged 8 -17!
We need you to help us count winter birds for Birds Canada!
WHEN: Friday, January 24th (PD Day), 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: Wishart Conservation Area
WHO: Humans ages 8-17 along with their adults!
COST: No pre-registration required for this FREE event!
WHAT TO BRING:
- Bird Guides and Binoculars if you have them (or borrow ours!)
- Your own mug/reusable cup for hot chocolate
- Your EAGLE EYES and OWL EARS for finding birds! Let's try to beat our 2024 totals!
DETAILS:
- Join a small group led by an expert birder and hit the trail to count birds! The trail is nearly 2 km long, and we will go slowly and quietly, noting all the birds we see.
- Meet back in the parking lot for a warm mug of hot chocolate and to tally up sightings.
- All observations will be submitted to Birds Canada, to help them understand Canada’s winter bird populations!
NOTE: There are no washrooms or shelters on-site.
QUESTIONS? Ask Rachael at education@lakeheadca.com