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Find a Birding Spot Near Vancouver on the BC Bird Trail

by Taryn Eyton in Outside on October 26, 2020

Northern Flicker Woodpecker. Photo Scottslm on Pixabay.

Did you know that British Columbia is on the Pacific Flyway, a major north-south migration route for birds flying between Alaska and Patagonia? That means that the Vancouver area is a great spot to go birding! The BC Bird Trail is a new initiative designed to help you find the best places to bird watch across BC. To get you started, here are a few BC Bird Trail locations near Vancouver.

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Find a Birding Spot Near Vancouver on the BC Bird Trail

Six Free Events to Celebrate World Migratory Bird Day this Saturday

by Inside Vancouver in Events on May 8, 2018

The Vancouver Bird Festival invites everyone of all ages to join Nature Vancouver and the Vancouver Park Board for free bird walks (rain or shine!) across the city to celebrate World Migratory Bird Day on Saturday, May 12, 2018. This is a fantastic opportunity to witness the annual songbird migration with expert bird guides. There are six bird walks to choose from:

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Six Free Events to Celebrate World Migratory Bird Day this Saturday

Vancouver’s Dawn Chorus

by Jane Weiss in Outside on May 1, 2018

The Birds, Artist, Myfanwy MacLeod Photo: Rob Weiss

Spring has sprung! Listen. Early mornings mean glorious sunrises and delightful songbirds, and for those inclined to get outdoors at the crack of dawn, a symphony of sound awaits. It’s true. Mother Nature regularly treats us to a melodic chorus as the songbirds announce the start of a new day. It’s a soundtrack I adore. Of course, I am an early riser, often accused of being too perky, so grabbing my steaming cup of coffee and venturing outside to catch the first chirps and tweets is something I look forward to. Truth be told dawn is the optimum time to tune-in.

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Vancouver’s Dawn Chorus

Hipster Trend Alert: Birding in Vancouver

by Inside Vancouver in Outside on January 29, 2018

By Brianna Prasloski

What was once a hobby reserved for middle-aged Tilley hat enthusiasts, birding is the latest hipster trend sweeping the continent. Millennials are leaving their avocado toast behind and heading to major birdwatching destinations to catch a glimpse (and post a ‘gram) of their favourite feathered friends.

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Hipster Trend Alert: Birding in Vancouver

Moody Skies on the Shoreline Trail

by Jane Weiss in Outside on October 17, 2017

Pier in Rocky Point Park, Port Moody Photo: Rob Weiss

No matter where I travel in the Greater Vancouver region, I continue to be amazed and delighted at our proximity to natural spaces. Recently, I jumped on the sky train and ventured out to the Shoreline Trail in Port Moody. To call this a hike would be misleading, but without question, it is a fabulous, gentle nature excursion. Extremely popular with the locals, the Shoreline Trail packs a lot of punch!

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Moody Skies on the Shoreline Trail

Birds in the 604 – Vancouver Bird Week

by Jane Weiss in Uncategorized on May 2, 2017

Sandhill Cranes Photo Credit: Best Places to Bird in BC

Not just tourists are flocking to Vancouver this spring! May 6 – 13, 2017 marks Vancouver Bird Week, a tremendous celebration of our fine, feathered friends. “From bird nerd to bird curious, from wise old owl to adventurous tot” the jam-packed program of events offers something for everyone. Join the flock and participate in workshops, lectures, walks, exhibitions and numerous free activities offered throughout the city.

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Birds in the 604 – Vancouver Bird Week

For the Birds – Rainy Day Walks at Maplewood Flats

by Jane Weiss in Uncategorized on March 28, 2017

Birding at the Maplewood Flats Conservation Area Photo: Rob Weiss

Affectionately known by locals as Maplewood Flats, the Maplewood Conservation Area in North Vancouver is an ideal destination for a rainy day walk. Managed by the Wild Bird Trust of BC, this wonderful natural area along Burrard Inlet near the base of the Iron Workers Memorial Bridge, is home to over 230 species of birds and features 3km of easy walking trails to explore.

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For the Birds – Rainy Day Walks at Maplewood Flats