Beginner Birding

New to birding? No worries! Come and join us for an engaging session where you’ll discover the fundamentals of birding, master the art of using binoculars, and acquire the skills to identify local bird species through both sight and sound.

Binoculars are provided for the duration of this program.

Important Information

Dress for the weather. This is a rain or shine event, unless severe weather is in the forecast. 

This program is suitable for all ages.  

No dogs permitted, service animals welcome. 

Difficulty Rating

Moderate. This program takes place on the top terraces and trails of Riverwood, including some hills.

Cancellations and Refunds

Due to processing fees, no refunds will be given for cancelled registrations for this event. No refunds will be given for no-shows. If the event is cancelled due to weather, illness, or minimum registrations not reached, we will attempt to reschedule, or a full refund will be issued based on the circumstances of the cancellation.

About the Presenter

Derek Stone is a lifelong naturalist and wildlife enthusiast, who pursued his degree in Environmental Studies and Resource Management at Trent University with a focus on ecology and public policy. Since then, Derek has engaged in multiple positions that focus on monitoring and restoring degraded environments, and enthusiastically engaging the public with nature. As The Riverwood Conservancy’s Program Director, Derek focuses on creating strong connections between nature and people, and embracing those connections to support both our environment and our community.