Data sheets, pencils and stop watch are packed. I’m excited for tomorrow morning. Weather permitting, I’ll do my annual run for the international Breeding Bird Survey. This citizen scientist program has provided valuable data on changes in avian species populations … Continue reading
On Sunday morning I ran my annual route for the international Breeding Bird Survey. It is one of my favourite events of the year. The challenge of getting out of bed at 3:45 am, arriving at the beginning of the … Continue reading
The longest day of the year has inspired rituals and celebrations for as long as our ancestors turned their eyes to the sky in wonder. If you go outside at dawn on June 21 it is not hard to believe … Continue reading
This guest post by Mike Lepage is adapted by permission from a recent note to the Wellington County birding email hotline. I took the above photo yesterday. The Paisley Road/Elmira Road area of Guelph has been under progressive … Continue reading
High Park provides a remarkable enclave of natural habitat within the city of Toronto. It holds fascination at any season. In winter the forest canopy opens up, allowing a closer inspection of landscape contours, the structure of trees and easier … Continue reading
I happened to be in Hamilton, Ont., yesterday with time on my hands and took the opportunity to explore Cootes Paradise. Steeltown may be notorious for its air pollution, but it also offers access to remarkable green space and natural … Continue reading
The bustle of a birdfeeder offers endless entertainment while also providing food security for feathered neighbours through the winter months. Canadian and American bird lovers can do even more to help by joining Project FeederWatch. Data collected by citizen scientists … Continue reading
Today I am reposting one of the most popular posts from earlier this year. Presqu’ile Provincial Park is one of Ontario’s best birding sites. We visited in May toward the end of spring migration, but it is also a great … Continue reading
We can make a difference. The State of Canada’s Birds 2012, released last month, proves conservation pays off. Unfortunately, more bird populations are declining than improving. This first-of-its-kind national report demonstrates two ways everyone can help: by volunteering for … Continue reading
I can think of no better way to welcome summer than by counting birds. Their bright songs and feathers speak eloquently of light and vitality. Every year the North American Breeding Bird Survey delivers small splendours for my eyes and … Continue reading