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May 9 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm PDT
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IN-PERSON PROGRAM
Join us to kick off the Greater Vancouver Bird Celebration on the eve of World Migratory Bird Day! This special evening features a captivating talk from crow expert and photographer June Hunter, a celebration of local birding communities, and the presentation of the 2025 Alan Duncan Bird Conservation Award to this year’s inspiring recipient, Trenton Schulz-Franco.
Crow Watching with June Hunter
For over 15 years, Vancouver-based photographer June Hunter has observed and photographed urban crows, uncovering their personalities, family dynamics, seasonal behaviours, and hilarious quirks. Her talk—rich with stories and stunning visuals—will introduce you to the vibrant lives of crows and share tips on how to start noticing (and even recognizing) the individuals in your own neighbourhood.
She regularly shares her stories and crow observations in her blog, the Urban Nature Enthusiast, in her annual City Crow Calendar, and in her new book, City Crow Stories. You can find out more on her website (junehunter.com).
Honouring Trenton Schulz-Franco
We’re thrilled to recognize Trenton Schulz-Franco, founder of the Special Bird Service Society, as this year’s Alan Duncan Bird Conservation Award winner. Trenton’s work brings together art, ecology, and community to create inclusive birding spaces for BIPOC and 2SLGBTQ+ communities. He’ll share a few words about his work and vision during the evening.
You’ll also have a chance to meet local birding organizations, connect with the birding community, and get excited for upcoming Bird Celebration programs running from May 9 to 25.
Learn more about Trenton and the Alan Duncan Award at:
https://vancouverbirdcelebration.ca/alan-duncan-bird-conservation-award/
All ages and experience levels welcome—whether you’re a seasoned birder or just bird-curious.
PROGRAM DETAILS
Accessibility notes: This program will take place indoors, mostly while seated. If you have any questions about accessibility, please email Chris at outreach@stanleyparkecology.ca
This program will meet at Coal Harbour Community Centre
Terms and Conditions
(1) Registration required - NO DROP-INS ARE ALLOWED. Fees for this program are based on a sliding scale – reduced fees are available for those with financial barriers.
(2) Cancellation policy – We offer partial refunds for program fees up to 7 days before the program. A 20% administration fee applies. Cancellations with less than the required notice are non-refundable. We do not refund fees for late or missed programs. Please request a refund by emailing publiced@stanleyparkecology.ca. You may also choose to support our public education programming by donating your registration fee.
(3) Weather – Our tours typically run rain or shine. Rarely, programs may be postponed or cancelled due extreme weather like high winds or extreme heat. We will alert you by email if the program needs to be rescheduled. If the program cannot be rescheduled, refunds will be offered with a 20% administration fee or you may choose to transfer your ticket to another program of the same value.
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The land on which we gather is the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the Musqueam (xʷməθkʷəy̓əm), Squamish (Skwxwú7mesh), and Tsleil-Waututh (səlilwətaɬ) Peoples. Their stewardship and respect for this land has carried forward for thousands of years long before settlers named it “Stanley Park”.