Duck Off : Team Hamilton

It’s the most wonderful time of the year… WEIRD. DUCK. SEASON.
And once again, the waterfowl world braces itself as Toronto vs. Hamilton return for the FBC Annual DUCK OFF 🦆🔥

This is not casual birding.
This is a full-feathered feud.

On one side: Team Hamilton, led by the Hollander Crew — seasoned shoreline strategists, local-water loyalists, and unapologetic swan whisperers.
On the other: Team Toronto, captained by the Rozanov Squad — big-city optics, long-range binocular confidence, and absolutely no shame about counting ducks twice (we’re watching you 👀).

This February 1st, we meet on neutral territory as both teams battle to out-duck, out-spot, and out-quack the opposition. Species counts will be tallied. Bragging rights will be earned. Feelings may be ruffled.

Date: February 1st, 11 am to 1 pm
Location: Windmere Basin Park
(Prime wintering habitat. Maximum duck density. Perfect conditions for chaos.)

Location: Windermere Basin Park (105 Eastport Drive, Hamilton)

Meet Spot: Windermere Basin Park Parking Lot (105 Eastport Drive, Hamilton)

Trail Accessibility: 1.4-km loop, flat and easy trail taking on average 15 minutes to complete (if you aren’t birding…).

General Access: Free parking. No washrooms on site.

Hamilton Transit: Can be accessed by bus #11. Get off at the“Beach at Van Wagners Beach” stop. Walk ~10 minutes to Windermere Park, there is pedestrian access to the park near the intersection of Woodward/Eastport.

Bring your warm layers.
Bring your sharpest ID skills.
Bring your city pride.

Because on February 1st, it’s Hollander vs. Rozender,
Hamilton vs. Toronto,
and only one team will rule the water.

🦆 DUCK AROUND AND FIND OUT.

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