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FESTIVAL OF BIRDS 2010 May 1-16
Hike bookings begin March 1, 2010
Look, Linger and Listen to Point Pelee National Park's Carolinian Forest sing to the melody of the migrating songbirds.
Click Here to Book Hikes securely online after March 1, 2010
The Friends of Point Pelee and Point Pelee National Park welcome "birders" each spring to experience the avian migration phenomenon from Canada's southernmost mainland.
Learn birding techniques and identification and interesting facts about our park by registering for guided bird hikes at 8:30am, 1:00pm or the evening twilight hikes at the DeLaurier Homestead.
Register online or by phone 888-707-3533 or 519 326-6173. There are maximum numbers for each hike, so advanced registration is recommended.
Support the Friends when you purchase your morning coffee and bagel at the Birder Breakfast and Lunch located behind the Visitor Centre. Our volunteers will be there to serve you from 7:00 AM until 11:00 AM. Barbequed hamburgers, hotdogs and veggie burgers will be available from 11:30 AM until 1:00 PM. This service will be available each day throughout the festival. Food services will also be available at the marsh boardwalk's Cattail Café during limited hours.
Other festival activities daily festival workshops.featuring Birding Tips and Tricks and check out the latest sightings on the community checklist of birds inside the Birder's Roost located at the shuttle loop.
Shop for the latest field guides, "Bird of the Year" limited edition Scarlet Tanager 2010 collector pin and shirt at the Nature Nook Gift Shop. While you are there, check out our large selection of field guides and gift items.
Friends of Point Pelee members receive 10% off Nook purchases except confectionary and beverages. Join today!
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2010 Birder Breakfast/Lunch Volunteer Opportunities
