Speaker Series – February 2020
La Cité des Rocheuses 4800 Richard Rd SW, Calgary, Alberta, CanadaOn the Road-Exploring the natural wonders and landscapes of Southern Alberta Presented by Mike Drew (http://mdrewimages.com/) Photojournalist Mike Drew has been touring the backroads of central and southern Alberta since 1991, taking photographs and writing stories for the Calgary Sun that have been enjoyed and shared by hundreds of thousands of readers. His travels take […]
Snowy Owl Prowl
Deerfoot City Mall (parking lot) Alberta, CanadaSnowy Owl Prowl. It’s time once again to go east of Calgary in search of that popular winter visitor from the north, the Snowy Owl. Chances also for other birds such as Snow Bunting; Gyr and Prairie Falcon; Bald and Golden Eagle, Gray Partridge and Ring-necked Pheasant and others. Trip will go until about 4:00 […]
Bird Votier’s Flats in Fish Creek
Fish Creek Provincial Park - Votier's Flats (End of Elbow Drive) Calgary, Alberta, CanadaBird Votier's Flats in Fish Creek PP. Take Elbow Drive to the very southern end and follow it to the parking lot. Recommended to bring icers/crampons. Please register with leader Melanie Seneviratne (melaniesene*@*gmail.com or 403- 815-1275 ) to ensure notification in the event of a weather related cancellation or rescheduling. Leader, Melanie Seneviratne 403-815-1275. […]
Bird North Glenmore Park Feb 2020
North Glenmore Park (Parking Lot C)Bird North Glenmore Park. Meet in parking lot C just W of Rowing Club, accessed from S end of Crowchild Tr SW or from 37 St. Leader Penny Smith, 403 249-5997.
Monthly Elbow River Birding Survey March 2020
Stanley Park (42 Ave SW) 4011 1a St SW, Calgary, Alberta, CanadaMonthly Elbow River Birding Survey. Meet Stanley Park, 42 Av SW, just W of Macleod Tr. Walk to Glenmore Reservoir, ride back (3.5 hours). In Gus Yaki’s absence please contact Ron Ostrander, rostrand@shaw.ca, or 403-244-8001 to ensure vehicle space for return. Registration required.
Bird Study Group – March 2020
Cardel Theatre 180 Quarry Park Blvd SE, Calgary, Alberta, CanadaSpeaker: Gavin McKinnon Throughout 2019, Gavin McKinnon traveled throughout Alberta looking for birds. His goal was to see 300 species within the province in one calendar year. Throughout the year he visited some very remote and birdy locations. Come to hear all the details about the birds and the places he saw during his "Big […]
Magpie Dispersal at Weaselhead Natural Area
North Glenmore Park (Weaselhead parking lot) Alberta, CanadaMagpie Dispersal at Weaselhead Natural Area. Watch hundreds of Magpies leave their roosts at sunrise (7:06am) to disperse across the city. We will watch this phenomenon from the top of the hill then walk down into the Natural Area to see other birds & mammals. Meet in the parking lot on the W side of […]
CANCELLED – Votier’s Flats in Fish Creek PP
Fish Creek Provincial Park - Votier's Flats (End of Elbow Drive) Calgary, Alberta, CanadaCANCELLED – This trip has been cancelled because of the forecast snow storm. Votier's Flats in Fish Creek PP. Take Elbow Drive to the very southern end and follow it to the parking lot. Dress according to the weather. Crampons/icers are recommended. Leader Anne Belton, 403-201-1570 or 587-233-7339.
Bird Lafarge Meadows in Fish Creek PP
Fish Creek Provincial Park - Boat Launch Parking Lot (Bow Bottom Trail) Alberta, CanadaBird Lafarge Meadows in Fish Creek PP. Meet at boat launch parking lot, S end of Bow Bottom Tr SE. Dress according to the weather. Leader: Anne Belton, 403-201-1570 or 587-233-7339.
Winter birds in Calgary
Carburn Park Alberta, CanadaDestination(s) to be determined. Meet at Carburn Park. We will look for winter birds within the City limits. We will accommodate return to Carburn by noon but may also carry longer for those that wish – weather and birds permitting. Meet in parking lot. Bring lunch if you intend to stay beyond noon and dress […]