Winter Birding Adventure at Tommy Thompson Park

Ever wondered how our resident feathered friends adapt to our winter climate?

Every year, birds travel thousands of kilometers on a perilous journey to warmer climates to avoid the winter cold. But a number of them stay behind and brave the winter. Why don’t they leave, and how do they survive, or even thrive in the harshest season Canada has to offer?

On this winter adventure, join TRCA educators on a beginner-level guided birding walk as you explore one of Toronto's premiere birding destinations! Learn to recognize common birds, check out the tools and guides best suited for birding beginners, and discover the joys of winter birding! Coffee and hot chocolate will be available, so don't forget your thermos!

This event is part of the Finding Yourself in Nature Project, which seeks to increase visibility and improve equitable access to greenspaces and nature programs for folks from the Black, Indigenous, and other People of Colour (BIPoC) community. Due to limited spots, we ask our allies to please let BIPoC folks register for this event.

If you have any questions about this event or the Finding Yourself in Nature Project, please reach out to [email protected].

This event is intended for a general audience:

• Beginner level information
• Includes intermediate concepts
• Content intended for older youth and adults

Date and time: Saturday, November 29, 2025. Choose from two timeslots: 10:00am to 12:00pm or 1:00pm to 3:00pm.

Location: Tommy Thompson Park, 1 Leslie St, Toronto. Meet your event leader at the park pavilion, which is located at the main entrance of the park.

Parking/Transit Info: Free, public parking is available at the main entrance of the park, directly adjacent to the park pavilion. The entrance to the lot is on Unwin Ave, just west of Leslie St. If using public transit, take the 83 Jones bus to Commissioners St. The park pavilion is ~8-minute walk from the bus stop.

Cancellation Policy: The event will run rain or shine, but will be cancelled if there is a significant chance of thunderstorms or other hazardous weather. Registrants will be emailed by 7:00am on the day of the event if there is a cancellation. Please direct any questions regarding the cancellation policy for this event to [email protected].

Waitlist Info: If the event is sold out, please contact [email protected] to be added to the waitlist.

• Please dress appropriately for a cold, winter day. Don't forget to bring a toque, scarf, and gloves!
• Ensure you wear comfortable winter boots, as we will be walking up to 3km total over the course of the event.
• Flush washrooms are located at the main entrance ofthe park, so please plan accordingly.
• Bring a personal water bottle and snacks, if needed. Coffee and hot chocolate will be provided, so bring your own travel mug!
• If you have your own binoculars, please bring them! Extra pairs will also be available.

Toronto and Region Conservation Authorty (TRCA) is committed to creating an accessible experience for all participants. If you require an accessibility accommodation, please email [email protected] at least 7 days prior to the event.

This event and the Finding Yourself in Nature project are generously funded by the TD Friends of the Environment Foundation.

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