Mother's Day Birding Walk at Colonel Sam Smith Park
Date and time: Sunday, May 10, 8 am to 1 pm
Leaders: Peter Sproule, Monika Croydon
Description: Who needs a Mother's Day breakfast in bed when you can get up early to see birds?
Please join us for a leisurely walk around Colonel Sam Smith Park. We say goodbye to some of our winter ducks, but welcome the spring migrants and nesting waterfowl (Red-necked Grebes). Mother's Day is usually a peak migration weekend, when we can view several warbler species, some thrushes and sparrows, and various other potential surprises (not guaranteed!). Early shorebirds are also a possibility!
This outing is suitable for beginning and more advanced birders.
Come out for the walk, and bring your mom for the potential warblerfest on Mother's Day.
(ps Moms are optional, but don't tell them we said so!!)
This is a public event. Registration is required. Please cancel online if you can't make it to open a spot for the waiting list.
When and where to meet: Meet at 8:00 am at the main parking lot at the "Power House" (the building with the tall chimney)
What to bring: Binoculars, camera if you have one, snacks and water. Dress for the conditions - one area can be muddy after rain.
Accessibililty: The route will be mostly on established gravel and paved paths. Depending on the size of the group, we may cover 3 to 5 km
Facilities: Public washrooms are available at the Powerhouse parking lot (as of this writing).
How to get there:
TTC: From Kipling subway station, take the 44 Kipling South into the park – the Powerhouse lot is a short walk to the south from the bus loop.
Driving and parking: Parking lot is on Col Sam Smith Drive (basically Kipling Ave south of Lake Shore Blvd – look for the tall chimney). No parking fee on weekends at this lot.
