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Birding for Beginners Workshop

Submitted by bash on June 8th, 2026 12:46 PM
Date: 
Saturday, August 22nd, 2026 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Location: 

Format: In-Person at the Arboretum

A Cedar Waxwing
  • Instructor: Joseph Langlois
  • Fee: $54 (plus HST) per person if you register by the early bird deadline of August 14, 2026. After August 14 the fee is $64 plus HST.

If you’ve ever been interested in getting into the ever-increasingly popular hobby of birding, this workshop is for you! We’ll explore how to approach bird identification, the essential tools of the trade, and the incredible resources available to help you build confidence in the field. You’ll also learn practical tips for improving your observation skills and becoming a more effective birder overall.

This workshop is designed for participants with little to moderate prior experience with birding, and is suitable for anyone curious about getting started or looking to strengthening their foundational skills. The workshop will include an indoor presentation followed by a guided walk to practice and apply techniques in the field. Binoculars will be available to borrow. Participants will receive a Backyard Bird Biodiversity Sheet.

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[1] https://arboretum.uoguelph.ca/educationandevents/workshops [2] https://secure.e-registernow.com/cgi-bin/mkpayment.cgi?state=3285