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• Early mornings in High Park, May 13-17

  • When
    13 May 2024
  •  
    6:00 AM - 7:30 AM
  • Location
    High Park

  The Peak of Migration: Early mornings in High Park, May 13-17

  Mark Peck will be leading casual, relaxing early morning bird walks around High Park  from 6:00 - 7:30, each morning from May 13 to 17.  Enjoy hearing and seeing some of the migrant birds that pass through the park every spring.

  Please meet at the High Park Nature Centre at 5:55 if you would like to join us. Binoculars will be available from the Nature Centre if needed.

  No registration is required.

  The Nature Centre is just south of the Bloor and High Park entrance to the park, on the east side. If you are driving, be aware of the new driving and parking restrictions in the park. If you are taking the TTC, the closest stop is High Park.

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• Early evening High Park walk, May 17, 5:30 pm

  • When
    17 May 2024
  •  
    5:30 PM
  • Location
    High Park

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  Early evening in High Park, May 17

  Date and time: May 17, 5:30 pm

  Leaders: Sean Fraser, Donald Taylor

  Join us on an early evening walk in High Park, to see migrant and local birds, and visit the Purple Martin houses. This walk will be a casual loop of the park, starting at the main Bloor Street and High Park Avenue entrance. Meet at 5:15, walk will end at dusk.

  Bring binoculars if you have them. No registration required.

  If you are driving, be aware of the new driving and parking restrictions in the park. If you are taking the TTC, the closest stop is High Park. The route is easy walking, with paved paths for the most part, and one hill that descends to the pond from the upper park.

  
  

  
  

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• Earl Bales Park - Monday May 20 - Public

  • When
    20 May 2024
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    7:30 AM - 11:30 AM
  • Location
    Earl Bales Park, 4169 Bathurst Street, North York, ON M3H 3P7

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  Migrant Spring and Resident Birds: Earl Bales Park. 

  Monday May 20, 7:30am to 11:30am.  

  Leaders: Leslie Kinrys and Joanne Brathwaite

  Registration: RSVP is NOT required. There is no maximum number of attendees for this event. If you wish to RSVP, you will receive a copy of the event details and a reminder email.

  Description: This is a walking trip of approximately 3km. There is an initial steep descent on the paved path (no handrails) and then the rest of the terrain is flat. The main trail surface is paved, with some side trails that are gravel or uneven with tree roots underfoot. People with all birding skill levels are welcome on this field trip.

  Target species: Resident and migrant songbirds, waterbirds and waders.

  eBird: Earl Bales Park   

  Park address: 4169 Bathurst Street, North York, ON M3H 3P7

  Meeting place: Meet at the Earl Bales Community Centre parking lot, 4169 Bathurst Street (at Sheppard), North York.

  Public transit directions: Earl Bales Park is a 7 minute (600m) walk from the ‘Bathurst St at McAllister Rd North Side’ stop. This stop is serviced by the TTC Bathurst 7 bus to Steeles from Bathurst Station on Subway line 2. Other transit connections are available.

  Driving directions: The park entrance is located southeast of the intersection of Bathurst Street and Sheppard Avenue West. Enter through Raoul Wallenberg Road.

  Parking: There is free parking available in the park. There are accessible parking spaces.

  Approximate distance covered on foot: 3 km.

  Amenities and health breaks: Indoor bathrooms open at 9am and are located by the parking lot and one bathroom at the midway point. Accessible bathroom stalls are available. There will be a health break at the midway point.

  What to wear: Wear sturdy waterproof footwear and dress appropriately for the weather, season, and terrain. Long pants and closed shoes or boots are recommended as protection from the elements, ticks, and other biting insects. In bright light, a hat with a large brim will make it easier to see birds.

  What to bring: Please bring a mask, snacks and enough water for the duration of the trip. Binoculars are necessary.  Scope and/or camera are optional.

  
  

  TOC Field Trips

  TOC aims to provide birding outings which are welcoming and enjoyable for all. If you have any questions about the event, or require accommodations, please contact the trip leader in advance, by emailing outings@torontobirding.ca. Please allow a few days for a response.

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• Early evening High Park walk, May 25, 6 pm

  • When
    25 May 2024
  •  
    6:00 PM
  • Location
    High Park

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  Early evening walk in High Park, May 25

  Date and time: May 25, 6:00 pm to dusk

  Leader: Sean Fraser

  The walk will begin at the main entrance to the park at Bloor and High Park Avenue. Please meet there at 5:45.

  We will walk on established dirt paths through the Oak Savannah and around the Nature Centre, and then over to Hawk Hill, behind the Grenadier Restaurant by 8 pm. We will hopefully see and hear some Common Nighthawks as they fly over the hill.

  Bring binoculars if you have them.

  No registration required.

  If you are driving, be aware of the new driving and parking restrictions in the park. If you are taking the TTC, the closest stop is High Park. The route is easy walking, with paved paths for the most part, dirt paths in the Savannah, and a short walk up to the top of Hawk Hill.

  
  

  
  

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