Magnificent Migration: Sandpipers Shenanigans

Join us for Magnificent Migration and witness thousands of Western Sandpipers traveling through the Pacific Flyway!When: Saturday, April 25th,  2026, from 11:00 am–2:00 pmWhere: Brunswick Point, Delta (meeting location shared closer to date)Target Species: Western SandpiperEvent DescriptionThis gentle shoreline walk will centre sandpipers and the many winged travellers who rest and refuel at Boundary Bay on their incredible journeys. Expect communal watching, storytelling, and an appreciation of small movements—of wings, tides, and time. Whether you’re a long-time birder or just getting started, this event is grounded in care, connection, and curiosity. What to expect:    •    Easy walking on flat dyke trail    •    Sandpiper identification tips and shared observations    •    Inclusive, welcoming scenes for all experience levels    •    Binoculars & scopes to borrow    •    Rest breaks, snacks, and educational story-sharing This event is hosted on the Stolen, Traditional and Ancestral territories of the sc̓əwaθenaɁɬ təməxʷ (Tsawwassen), S’ólh Téméxw (Stó:lō), Semiahmoo, and Stz’uminus Nations.Who We AreSpecial Bird Service (SBS) creates inclusive and restorative pathways into nature, with a focus on birding, experiential education, and community care.Birding and outdoor education have historically been dominated by white, colonial norms that have excluded and marginalized Global Majority communities. We hold space intentionally to challenge those histories and to support belonging, healing, and relationship-building in nature.Our work is grounded in:Ecological stewardshipMental health advocacyAnti-racism and equityGenerational knowledge sharingCommunity-led care and accountability* This event is part of Special Bird Service’s monthly Birding Beyond Barriers series; a collaboration with Nocs Provisions designed to make community-driven birding more accessible with a focus on deep observation, curiosity and connection. Each walk will highlight different target species and ecosystems throughout the year. Bring your binoculars or borrow a pair from us, courtesy of our friends at Nocs Provisions, and let’s spot our feathered friends together! *

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