Events › Introduction to Birdwatching

Learn the basics of birding with Birds Canada using Richmond Public Library Birdwatching ExplorePACKS. The program will begin with an outdoor presentation from Birds Canada covering topics such as:

• Why birds and birding?
• Guide to binoculars and field guides
• Major bird groups and families
• Canadian birds and conservation

This presentation will be followed by a guided birding experience using Richmond Public Library Birdwatching ExplorePACKS. 

This program is offered in partnership with Birds Canada (https://www.birdscanada.org/).

Priority registration: Due to the popularity and limited capacity of this program, individuals who have never attended an Introduction to Birdwatching program with the library will be given priority for registration. Waitlisted participants will be given priority for the next instance of this program.

What you need to know before attending:

• We will be meeting on-site in the parking lot at Garden City Community Park. (

  https://maps.app.goo.gl/7zizeK...)

• While the terrain is relatively flat, there may be some gravel trails. 
• Please dress for the weather, as this program will occur rain or shine!
• Binoculars will be provided, but please feel free to bring your own.

Getting to Garden City Park:

• We recommend driving or cycling to the parking lot where we will be meeting, following the map https://maps.app.goo.gl/7zizeK....  
• The Canada Line will take you to the nearest transit stop at Brighouse Station, a 30-minute walk from the parking lot.

Photo Procedure: Library staff may take photos and videos to be used for promotional purposes by the library. If you would prefer not to have your picture taken, please speak to a library staff member. Participants of online programs and events are asked to not take screenshots and/or record programs.

We Suggest

Birdwatching Backpack

National Geographic Birding Basics

Peterson Field Guide to Birds of Western North America