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SUMMARY:Birding Hike at Holiday Beach
DESCRIPTION:Experience the beauty of spring migration at Holiday Beach Conservation Area\, one of the region’s premier birding destinations. This guided birding hike offers a unique opportunity to observe a wide variety of migratory species during one of the most active times of year. \nLed by experienced birders Paul Pratt and Kory Renaud\, each walk provides insight into bird identification\, behaviour\, and the significance of the area within major migration routes. The hike begins at the Hawk Tower and takes participants through scenic natural surroundings\, making it ideal for both seasoned birders and those new to the activity. \nEach guided walk lasts approximately two hours and begins at 8:00 am. Participation is free for HBMO members\, while non members are invited to attend with a small cash donation.
URL:https://www.visitwindsoressex.com/event/birding-hike-at-holiday-beach/
LOCATION:Holiday Beach Conservation Area\, 6952 County Rd. 50 W\, Amherstburg\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Birding
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SUMMARY:25th Annual Springsong Weekend– A Celebration of Birds and Birding
DESCRIPTION:Springsong Weekend – Traditionally held on Mother’s Day Weekend. It is a weekend of celebration involving books and birds. This event was started seventeen years ago as a fundraiser for The Heritage Centre with the help of Pelee Island Bird Observatory and Margaret Atwood. There is a 24 hour green “bird race” competing for the coveted Botham Cup. Margaret Atwood continues the tradition of bringing award winning authors to our island where they are introduced by her at our traditionally sold out banquet. \nGuest Author: Ian Williams\, much lauded Canadian poet\, essayist\, and novelist \nIan Williams is the author of seven acclaimed books of fiction\, poetry\, and nonfiction. He won the Scotiabank Giller Prize for his novel Reproduction and the Raymond Souster Award from the League of Canadian Poets for Word Problems. His poetry collection\, Personals\, was shortlisted for the Griffin Poetry Prize and the Robert Kroetsch Poetry Book Award\, while his short story collection Not Anyone’s Anything won the Danuta Gleed Literary Award. \nGuest Birder: Tim Birkhead\, world-famous UK ornithologist \nTim Birkhead FRS is emeritus professor of behaviour and evolution at the University of Sheffield. His research on promiscuity and sperm competition in birds re-shaped our understanding of bird mating systems. He is committed to the public understanding of science as has written several popular science books\, including Promiscuity (2000)\, The Wisdom of Birds (2008)\, Bird Sense (2012) The Most Perfect Thing: the Inside (and Outside) of a Birds’ Egg (2016) and Birds and Us (2022). His children’s book What it’s like to be a Bird (2022) illustrated by Catherine Rayner\, won the English Association’s Margaret Mallett Award in May 2022. His latest book is available to purchase from Waterston House\, SOC Headquarters. \nBotham Cup Bird Race\n– Take part in the 24 hour “green” bird race and rally for the coveted Botham Cup. The official gong is sounded at the Heritage Centre\, Friday at noon. Your team will have 24 hours to spot as many of the 314 species of birds that visit our island. Finish the day at Springsong Banquet where Margaret Atwood will give out the famous rubber chicken awards!
URL:https://www.visitwindsoressex.com/event/25th-annual-springsong-weekend-a-celebration-of-birds-and-birding/
LOCATION:Pelee Island Heritage Centre\, 1073 West Shore Rd\, Pelee\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Annual Festival,Outdoors
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SUMMARY:Detroit River Walleye Classic
DESCRIPTION:Come test your skills in this year’s Detroit River Walleye Classic! Prizes for 1st to 10th place! \nEarly Bird Registrations: $45 until April 1st. \nRegistration from April 1st – 28th is $65 \nRegistrations on the day of the event are $100. \nBoats are encouraged to arrive by water for registration as parking is limited. \nKids derby also available for registration. \nBonus: 2 free regular season Windsor Spitfire tickets for every participant that registers!
URL:https://www.visitwindsoressex.com/event/detroit-river-walleye-classic/
LOCATION:LaSalle Landing\, 970 Front Rd.\, Lasalle\, Ontario\, N9J 1Z9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Outdoors,Sport
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SUMMARY:Festival of Birds
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to Point Pelee National Park\, the place where birds and birders meet. The Friends of Point Pelee and Point Pelee National Park invite you to celebrate spring migration at the 2026 Festival of Birds from May 1 to May 18. We’re happy to welcome you back! \n-Learn about Savannah restoration and how it benefits birds\n-Purchase exclusive Festival merchandise featuring the Golden-Winged Warbler\n-Complete the 100 Species Challenge and earn the limited edition Eastern Screech Owl pin\n-2026 Festival of Birds Hike Registration begins February 1\, 2026 \nJoin an experienced hike leader for a two-hour hike you’ll never forget! \nMorning hikes leave from the Visitor Centre and focus on songbirds. Catch up with migrating songbirds later in the day! Afternoon north-end hikes begin at the Northwest Beach parking lot. Twilight hikes explore the DeLaurier Trail\, with the chance to view the courtship display of the American Woodcock. \nAll hikes require pre-registration. \nCost: $35.00/person\nSpace is limited
URL:https://www.visitwindsoressex.com/event/festival-of-birds/
LOCATION:Point Pelee National Park\, 1118 Point Pelee Drive\, Leamington\, ON\, N8H 3V4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Outdoors
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SUMMARY:The Music of the Knight: An Andrew Lloyd Webber Musical Review
DESCRIPTION:Abridged Opera Continues Its 11th Season With The Music of the Knight: An Andrew Lloyd Webber Musical Revue \nWindsor\, ON – After its triumphant one-night performance of Fledermaus: A Champagne Masquerade\, Abridged Opera is delighted to continue its 11th season with The Music of the Knight: An Andrew Lloyd Webber Musical Revue. This concert is a celebration of one of musical theatre’s most revered composers\, featuring iconic and beloved songs from Phantom of the Opera\, Jesus Christ Superstar\, Evita\, and more! \nIn commitment with Abridged Opera’s goal of nurturing and supporting local talent\, this concert will feature an extraordinary roster of all-Southwestern Ontario singers\, including members of the Windsor Community Choir\, making this performance truly an afternoon to remember. Tickets are on sale now\, and audiences are encouraged to book early to take advantage of early bird deals!
URL:https://www.visitwindsoressex.com/event/the-music-of-the-knight-an-andrew-lloyd-webber-musical-review/
LOCATION:All Saints’ Anglican Church\, 330 City Hall Square W\, Windsor\, ON\, N9A 1J3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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