Where do the events take place?
Different locations across Muskoka!
April 12: Hutcheson Beach, Huntsville – “Birdability: Accessible Birding” 8:30am – 11:00am
April 12: Echo Valley Trails, Lake of Bays – “What Sings in the Night” 5:30pm – 8:30pm
April 13: Hunters Bay Trail, Huntsville – “Learning Backyard Birds” 8:00am – 11:00 am
April 19: Gravenhurst Wharf and Penninsula Trail (Meet at the Discovery Center) Gravenhurst – “Birdwatching Basics” 7:30am – 10:00am
April 19: Echo Valley Trails (Echo Hills Rd, Dwight) Lake of Bays – “What Sings at Night?” 5:30pm – 8:30pm
April 20: Gravenhurst Wharf and Peninsula Trail (Meet at Discovery Center), Gravenhurst – “Birdwatching Basics” 7:30am – 10:00am
April 20: Kahshe Barrens Trail, Gravenhurst – “Spring Migrants on a Barren Landscape” 12:00pm – 2:30pm
April 26: Kahshe Barrens Trail, Gravenhurst – “Spring Migrants on a Barren Landscape” 7:30am – 10:00am
April 26: Queen Elizabeth II Wetlands PP, Gravenhurst “Early Spring Warblers” 3:00pm – 6:00pm
April 27: Dyer Memorial, Huntsville “Birds & History” 8:00am – 10:00am
April 27: Coopers Falls Trail, Gravenhurst “Birdwatching Basics” 3:00pm – 6:00pm
May 3: Kerr Park, Bracebridge “A Birder Classic” 6:00am – 10:00am
May 3: Torrance Barrens, Muskoka Lakes “Whip-Poor-Will and Woodcocks” 5:30pm – 8:30pm
May 4: Bracebridge Resource Management Centre, Bracebridge “Birds of a Pine Forest” 6:00am – 9:00am
May 4: Limberlost Forest, Lake of Bays “Wonders of Warblers” 6:30am – 9:30am
May 10: Schoolhouse Trail, Georgian Bay “Georgian Bay without the Bay” 6:30am – 9:00am
May 10: Hunters Bay Trail, Huntsville “A Song in the Air” 6:00am – 9:00am
May 10: Fairy Vista Trail, Huntsville “Wonders of Woodcocks” 5:30pm – 8:30pm
May 11: Arrowhead Provincial Park, Huntsville “A Song is in the Air” 6:30am – 9:30am
May 11: Torrance Barrens, Muskoka Lakes “Whip-poor-wills and Woodcocks“ 5:30pm – 9:00pm
Do events run in inclement weather?
Yes! Events run rain or shine—some of the best bird sightings happen in the rain. Please dress appropriately for the weather.
Will there be walking involved?
Most events include a walk (1km – 4km) on a local trail with frequent stops for birdwatching.
Are children welcome?
Children are welcome, but please note that events last 2+ hours, which may be a long time for younger participants.
What should I bring?
Comfortable walking shoes Weather-appropriate clothing (rain gear if needed) Binoculars (optional) Walking sticks (optional)
Is there parking? When should I arrive?
Free parking is available at all event locations. Please arrive 10 minutes early to meet the group and your guide. If you have any further questions, feel free to reach out. We look forward to birding with you soon! Happy birding! Muskoka Birding Team
