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Saturday Birding - Calvert and Logan Park
Saturday Birding - Calvert and Logan Park
August 1, 2020 @ 7:30 am - 10:30 am
Trevlac Place, Trevlac Pl, Victoria, BC V9E, Canada
The VNHS Saturday Morning Birding Group will be going birding in the area around Trevlac Pond and past part of Prospect Lake, then back through Logan Park. Meet onTrevlac Place which is off Hector Road at 7:30 a.m. Let’s look for the Beaver as well in Trevlac Pond. Brenda said she saw 5 on a recent trip through there. We will also explore a relatively newly acquired Saanich property Goy Park which has a small pond. Look for the brown park hiking post on Trevlac Place as our starting point. Park along one side of Trevlac but don’t block the end of the cul-de-sac. For more details, contact Agnes Lynn at thelynns at shaw.ca or 250-721-0634.
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Swan Lake Bird Walks
Swan Lake Bird Walks
August 2, 2020 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Swan Lake Christmas Hill Nature Sanctuary, 3873 Swan Lake Rd, Victoria, BC, Canada
Every Wednesday and Sunday at 9:00 a.m. Bring your binoculars and walking shoes and meet in the parking lot for this informal and informative walk around the lake area. Walks are generally led by Victoria Natural History Society members. Swan Lake Christmas Hill Nature Sanctuary is at 3873 Swan Lake Road, off Ralph Street. Note that the Wild Birds Unlimited Nature Store in Shelbourne Plaza posts the bird reports from the Sunday walk.
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Monthly Butterfly Outing
Monthly Butterfly Outing
August 2, 2020 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Mount Tolmie Park, 3492 Mayfair Dr #3486, Victoria, BC V8P 4P9, Canada
FIELD TRIP (LEVEL 2)
Monthly Butterfly Outing
Join Gordon Hart on our monthly Butterfly outing. Each outing is intended to help us learn more about our local butterflies. This outing is weather dependent. It needs to be warm and sunny to make it worthwhile. We will start at the top of Mount Tolmie (off Cedar Hill Cross Rd). Meet at 1:00 p.m. in the lot by the reservoir where we will have an initial look for butterflies and then decide where to go from there. Contact Gordon at (250) 721-1264 or butterflies@vicnhs.bc.ca for more information.
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Tuesday Birding
Tuesday Birding
August 4, 2020 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Corner of Bowker Ave. and Bowker Place, Victoria
TUESDAY BIRDING Meets every Tuesday, one block south of the foot of Bowker Ave on the waterfront (off Beach Drive) at 9:00 a.m., or at the foot of Bowker Ave at 9:30 a.m, rain or shine. Birding activities take place at various locations around Greater Victoria.
For more information call Bill Dancer at 250-721-5273 or Agnes Lynn at thelynns at shaw.ca or 250-721-0634. Novice and experienced VNHS members all welcome.
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Swan Lake Bird Walks
Swan Lake Bird Walks
August 5, 2020 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Swan Lake Christmas Hill Nature Sanctuary, 3873 Swan Lake Rd, Victoria, BC, Canada
Every Wednesday and Sunday at 9:00 a.m. Bring your binoculars and walking shoes and meet in the parking lot for this informal and informative walk around the lake area. Walks are generally led by Victoria Natural History Society members. Swan Lake Christmas Hill Nature Sanctuary is at 3873 Swan Lake Road, off Ralph Street. Note that the Wild Birds Unlimited Nature Store in Shelbourne Plaza posts the bird reports from the Sunday walk.
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Saturday Birding - Royal Roads University
Saturday Birding - Royal Roads University
August 8, 2020 @ 7:30 am - 10:30 am
Royal Roads University, 2005 Sooke Rd, Victoria, BC V9B 5Y2, Canada
The Victoria Natural History Society Saturday Birding Groupwill meet at Royal Roads University on Sat Aug 8 at 7:30 am. Cut off Sooke Roadat the Royal Roads University entrance at the intersection of Aldeane andUniversity Drive to go down to the waterfront. Continue on University Drivepast the buildings on the right and park as close to the bottom as possible.Meet at the edge of the University Drive near the Blue Heron House on the left.Listen for the Purple Martins which may still be around. We will wander alongthe waterfront and then into the woods. On the way back, we’ll check out thesmall pond. There should be a variety of birds to look for. For more details, contact Agnes Lynn at thelynns at shaw.ca or 250-721-0634.
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Swan Lake Bird Walks
Swan Lake Bird Walks
August 9, 2020 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Swan Lake Christmas Hill Nature Sanctuary, 3873 Swan Lake Rd, Victoria, BC, Canada
Every Wednesday and Sunday at 9:00 a.m. Bring your binoculars and walking shoes and meet in the parking lot for this informal and informative walk around the lake area. Walks are generally led by Victoria Natural History Society members. Swan Lake Christmas Hill Nature Sanctuary is at 3873 Swan Lake Road, off Ralph Street. Note that the Wild Birds Unlimited Nature Store in Shelbourne Plaza posts the bird reports from the Sunday walk.
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Urban Forest Walk
Urban Forest Walk
August 9, 2020 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
340 Denison Rd, Victoria, BC V8S, Canada
FIELD TRIP (LEVEL 3)
Urban Forest Walk—Gonzales Hill Regional Park Area
This will be another one in a series of walks around areas where the cover of vegetation consists of both native and some introduced trees and shrubs. We need to be reminded that these areas of Urban Forest are very important to our wild creatures and to us. As we wander, we’ll talk about why the trees are important. A highlight of the area is the Gonzales Observatory which was originally a meteorological station that recorded weather and took astronomical and seismic readings. Plus we will also enjoy the fabulous views from the top. It is mostly an area of native trees and shrubs but some of the introduced trees have been there for many years and they contribute to the value of the Urban Forest. Note that we will be scrabbling around the rocks so wear good walking shoes. Bring binoculars if you wish. We will start our tour at the parking lot of the Gonzales Hill Regional Park at 340 Denison Street. Meet at 10 a.m. Contact Agnes at the lynns at shaw.ca or (250) 721-0634 if you need more information.
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Tuesday Birding
Tuesday Birding
August 11, 2020 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Corner of Bowker Ave. and Bowker Place, Victoria
TUESDAY BIRDING Meets every Tuesday, one block south of the foot of Bowker Ave on the waterfront (off Beach Drive) at 9:00 a.m., or at the foot of Bowker Ave at 9:30 a.m, rain or shine. Birding activities take place at various locations around Greater Victoria.
For more information call Bill Dancer at 250-721-5273 or Agnes Lynn at thelynns at shaw.ca or 250-721-0634. Novice and experienced VNHS members all welcome.
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Natural History Night
Natural History Night
August 11, 2020 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Room 159, Fraser Building, Fraser Bldg, Victoria, BC V8P 5C2, Canada
TBAEach month from September to April on the second Tuesday, the Victoria Natural History Society presents a talk on some aspect of Natural History.
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Swan Lake Bird Walks
Swan Lake Bird Walks
August 12, 2020 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Swan Lake Christmas Hill Nature Sanctuary, 3873 Swan Lake Rd, Victoria, BC, Canada
Every Wednesday and Sunday at 9:00 a.m. Bring your binoculars and walking shoes and meet in the parking lot for this informal and informative walk around the lake area. Walks are generally led by Victoria Natural History Society members. Swan Lake Christmas Hill Nature Sanctuary is at 3873 Swan Lake Road, off Ralph Street. Note that the Wild Birds Unlimited Nature Store in Shelbourne Plaza posts the bird reports from the Sunday walk.
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Island View Beach & Saanichton Spit Birding
Island View Beach & Saanichton Spit Birding
August 15, 2020 @ 7:30 am - 10:30 am
Homathko Drive, Homathko Dr, Saanichton, BC V8M, Canada
FIELD TRIP (LEVEL 3)
Island View Beach & Saanichton Spit Birding
Join the Saturday Birding Group who will be going to Island View Beach and Saanichton Spit. Meet at 7:30 a.m. at the north end of the parking lot. It’s the time of year that we might find some interesting shorebirds on their return migration and we will still see a few beach flowers in the dunes as we walk along. Ask the leader to show you a Black Widow Spider if that interests you. Most people don’t even know they are there. To reach Island View Beach, go north on the Pat Bay highway, turn right at the lights at Island View Rd (Michell’s Market) and follow that to a left on Homathko Rd which leads to the parking lot. Contact Agnes at the lynns at shaw.ca or (250) 721-0634 if you need more information.
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Swan Lake Bird Walks
Swan Lake Bird Walks
August 16, 2020 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Swan Lake Christmas Hill Nature Sanctuary, 3873 Swan Lake Rd, Victoria, BC, Canada
Every Wednesday and Sunday at 9:00 a.m. Bring your binoculars and walking shoes and meet in the parking lot for this informal and informative walk around the lake area. Walks are generally led by Victoria Natural History Society members. Swan Lake Christmas Hill Nature Sanctuary is at 3873 Swan Lake Road, off Ralph Street. Note that the Wild Birds Unlimited Nature Store in Shelbourne Plaza posts the bird reports from the Sunday walk.
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Tuesday Birding
Tuesday Birding
August 18, 2020 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Corner of Bowker Ave. and Bowker Place, Victoria
TUESDAY BIRDING Meets every Tuesday, one block south of the foot of Bowker Ave on the waterfront (off Beach Drive) at 9:00 a.m., or at the foot of Bowker Ave at 9:30 a.m, rain or shine. Birding activities take place at various locations around Greater Victoria.
For more information call Bill Dancer at 250-721-5273 or Agnes Lynn at thelynns at shaw.ca or 250-721-0634. Novice and experienced VNHS members all welcome.
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Swan Lake Bird Walks
Swan Lake Bird Walks
August 19, 2020 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Swan Lake Christmas Hill Nature Sanctuary, 3873 Swan Lake Rd, Victoria, BC, Canada
Every Wednesday and Sunday at 9:00 a.m. Bring your binoculars and walking shoes and meet in the parking lot for this informal and informative walk around the lake area. Walks are generally led by Victoria Natural History Society members. Swan Lake Christmas Hill Nature Sanctuary is at 3873 Swan Lake Road, off Ralph Street. Note that the Wild Birds Unlimited Nature Store in Shelbourne Plaza posts the bird reports from the Sunday walk.
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Saturday Birding
Saturday Birding
August 22, 2020 @ 7:30 am - 10:30 am
Victoria, BC, Canada
Meets every Saturday morning, usually at 8:00 a.m., rain or shine. Check here on the Thursday/Friday before to find out the week’s time and location. Novice and experienced VNHS members all welcome. Non-members can participate up to three times, after which they are expected to join the Society.
For more details or to find out time & location if it is not described here, contact Agnes Lynn at thelynns at shaw.ca or 250-721-0634.
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Swan Lake Bird Walks
Swan Lake Bird Walks
August 23, 2020 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Swan Lake Christmas Hill Nature Sanctuary, 3873 Swan Lake Rd, Victoria, BC, Canada
Every Wednesday and Sunday at 9:00 a.m. Bring your binoculars and walking shoes and meet in the parking lot for this informal and informative walk around the lake area. Walks are generally led by Victoria Natural History Society members. Swan Lake Christmas Hill Nature Sanctuary is at 3873 Swan Lake Road, off Ralph Street. Note that the Wild Birds Unlimited Nature Store in Shelbourne Plaza posts the bird reports from the Sunday walk.
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Sidney Spit Birding - Changed
Sidney Spit Birding - Changed
August 24, 2020 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
2537 Beacon Ave, Sidney, BC V8L 1Y3, Canada
FIELD TRIP (LEVEL 3)
Sidney Spit Birding - Changed as of Aug 10
NOTE THAT THE FERRY SERVICE HAS CHANGED. If you are interested in going on this event, please contact Agnes Lynn at the lynns @shaw.ca for details of the changes if you wish to go on this event and to register.
It’s the time of year to make the trek over to Sidney Spit on Sidney Island to look for interesting shorebirds on their southern migration. There are always good ones reported from there—Baird’s Sandpiper, Sanderlings, Semipalmated Sandpipers and Plovers, maybe even that illusive Buff-breasted Sandpiper we always hope to see! Also, close-ups on Purple Martins, and we’ll see other passerines in the woods. You will be impressed with the recent removal of invasive plants from the Spit to allow more habitat for native plants and areas for nesting birds. Bring a lunch and drinks (no water available on island). Due to the over-crowding on the ferry on the weekend, we have chosen to go during the week. ALL OF THESE FERRY DETAILS MAY BE DIFFERENT! We will go over on the ferry from Sidney that leaves at 10:00 a.m. Be there about an hour early to buy your ticket as it can sellout. Cost is $19 for adults ($16 seniors). Ferry leaves from the foot of Beacon Ave. Allow enough time to find a place to park. Parking rates vary on how far you are willing to walk. The return ferry leaves the island at 1:00, 3:00 and 4:30 p.m. so you can choose how long you wish to stay. Contact Agnes at the lynns at shaw.ca or (250) 721-0634 for more information and to register.
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Tuesday Birding
Tuesday Birding
August 25, 2020 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Corner of Bowker Ave. and Bowker Place, Victoria
TUESDAY BIRDING Meets every Tuesday, one block south of the foot of Bowker Ave on the waterfront (off Beach Drive) at 9:00 a.m., or at the foot of Bowker Ave at 9:30 a.m, rain or shine. Birding activities take place at various locations around Greater Victoria.
For more information call Bill Dancer at 250-721-5273 or Agnes Lynn at thelynns at shaw.ca or 250-721-0634. Novice and experienced VNHS members all welcome.
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Swan Lake Bird Walks
Swan Lake Bird Walks
August 26, 2020 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Swan Lake Christmas Hill Nature Sanctuary, 3873 Swan Lake Rd, Victoria, BC, Canada
Every Wednesday and Sunday at 9:00 a.m. Bring your binoculars and walking shoes and meet in the parking lot for this informal and informative walk around the lake area. Walks are generally led by Victoria Natural History Society members. Swan Lake Christmas Hill Nature Sanctuary is at 3873 Swan Lake Road, off Ralph Street. Note that the Wild Birds Unlimited Nature Store in Shelbourne Plaza posts the bird reports from the Sunday walk.
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Saturday Birding
Saturday Birding
August 29, 2020 @ 7:30 am - 10:30 am
Victoria, BC, Canada
Meets every Saturday morning, usually at 8:00 a.m., rain or shine. Check here on the Thursday/Friday before to find out the week’s time and location. Novice and experienced VNHS members all welcome. Non-members can participate up to three times, after which they are expected to join the Society.
For more details or to find out time & location if it is not described here, contact Agnes Lynn at thelynns at shaw.ca or 250-721-0634.
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Swan Lake Bird Walks
Swan Lake Bird Walks
August 30, 2020 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Swan Lake Christmas Hill Nature Sanctuary, 3873 Swan Lake Rd, Victoria, BC, Canada
Every Wednesday and Sunday at 9:00 a.m. Bring your binoculars and walking shoes and meet in the parking lot for this informal and informative walk around the lake area. Walks are generally led by Victoria Natural History Society members. Swan Lake Christmas Hill Nature Sanctuary is at 3873 Swan Lake Road, off Ralph Street. Note that the Wild Birds Unlimited Nature Store in Shelbourne Plaza posts the bird reports from the Sunday walk.
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