Migratory Birding

Celebrate spring migration on World Migratory Bird Day, May 9, 2026 from 8-10am!

Celebrate spring migration with us on World Migratory Bird Day, May 9, 2026, from 8:00–10:00 a.m.

Join us for a guided morning of birdwatching as we explore the Ellis Nature Centre site and look for the many species passing through during this exciting time of year. Discover how to identify birds by sight and sound, learn why migration is such an incredible journey, and celebrate the return of the species that call our area home for the summer months.

This is a free program. Drop in or pre-register to secure your spot.

Date: Saturday May 9, 2026
Time: 8-10am
Location: Ellis Nature Centre
Cost: Free

Please see below for our Facility Rental Rates. Send an email to INFO@ELLISNATURECENTRE.CA to book.

Facility Rental Rates

EVENT CANCELLATION POLICY

Please note that for all of our events we require MINIMUM 48 HOURS NOTICE of a cancellation for a refund to be issued. If we are less than 48 hours away from an event and you are needing to cancel, please notify us so that we can offer your spot to someone else. Your payment for the event will then become a donation to Ellis Nature Centre. Thanks for your cooperation!

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