Birding for Beginners Workshop with the Nature Centre
Saturday, August 29, 2026, 1:30-4:30PM
Age: 18+
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Birding for Beginners Workshop with the Nature Centre Details
NOTE: This Workshop was originally scheduled for August 22, and was rescheduled to August 29 due to weather.
In this beginner-friendly workshop learn how to identify common birds in High Park. Focusing on some of the park’s most frequently spotted species, you’ll learn to recognize key field marks and characteristics that can help you identify birds. We’ll also explore how to use eBird to track your sightings, find birding hotspots, and contribute to community science. The workshop combines classroom-style instruction with a guided walk through the park, giving you the chance to practice your new skills and observe birds in their natural habitat.
Price: $35
Ages: 18+ years
Meeting Location: High Park Forest School, 375 Colborne Lodge Drive
Saturday, August 29 1:30-4:30PM
This event will begin at the High Park Nature Centre’s Forest School building located at 375 Colborne Lodge Drive.
A number of changes were made to the travel network within High Park as part of the High Park Movement Strategy that might influence your decision to drive to High Park. In case you’re driving we strongly recommend you to park your car at the public parking lot near Grenadier Cafe.
We continue to recommend using the TTC or biking as the best way to get to High Park and the Nature Centre. The Nature Centre is situated just a 5-minute walk from the High Park Subway Station. In case you were biking, there are bike racks available in front of the Nature Centre.
Please note, High Park is closed to cars on the weekends. If your event is on a weekend, you will need to park outside the park and walk in, or take transit.
Visit our How To Get Here page to learn more about planning your trips to High Park.
$35
This workshop is for adults ages 18 years or older.
Hike routes through High Park might include some uneven terrain and mild slopes.
The High Park Nature Centre’s Forest School building is not yet an AODA-compliant facility. We try our best to accommodate accessibility needs on a case-by-case basis. Please reach out to us about any accessibility-related questions you might have.
Dogs and other pets are not permitted in our programs. However, certified service animals, such as registered therapy or guide dogs, are welcome.
This event is funded by Enbridge Fueling Futures. We are grateful for their generous support of this and our other events, hikes and workshops in High Park.
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