Birding by Bike at Tommy Thompson Park

Join TRCA for a springtime bike ride through Tommy Thompson Park (TTP) and explore one of Toronto's best locations for birding. Educators will share the history of the park and lead a guided bike tour through the park's wetland ecosystems to observe some of the 334 species of birds that call TTP home.

Program participants will receive a copy of the updated Tommy Thompson Park Bird Checklist (5th edition).

Binoculars and bird identification guides will be available for participants to use during the program.

This walk is part of TRCA's Spring Bird Festival at Tommy Thompson Park program series.

This event is intended for Ages 12+:

• Beginner level information
• Introductory concepts
• Intended audience includes youth and adults

Date and Time: Sunday, May 17th at 10:00am to 11:00am.

Capacity: 15 participants.

Location: Tommy Thompson Park at the Main Entrance located here.

Ticket Price: Tickets for this event are $17.00 + HST (plus Eventbrite fees).

*If cost presents a financial barrier to your purchase, please contact Vicky at [email protected].

TRCA Conservation Parks Pass Members receive 10% off at checkout. Use promo code TRCACP to apply your discount.**

**You will be requested to show proof of membership during check-in, please be ready to present your membership card when requested.

Parking/Transit Info: For details on how to get to Tommy Thompson Park, visit the park website.

Cancellation Policy: Cancellation requests received by TRCA more than 14 days before the start of the program will receive a 75% refund of the relevant program fees paid. Cancellation requests received by TRCA less than 14 days before the start of the program do not qualify for a refund. Minimum registration numbers are required for the program to operate. In the event TRCA must cancel the program due to low registration, a refund of the ticket price less Eventbrite fees will be issued. Please direct any questions regarding the cancellation policy for this event to Vicky at [email protected].

Waitlist Info: If the event is sold out, please email [email protected] to be added to the waitlist.

Distance: 8-10km

Difficulty: Easy - the Multi-Use Trail is a flat, paved surface. Note that there are speed bumps along the path.

Good to Know: Participants must bring their own bike and helmet, in good working condition. It is strongly recommended to dress for the weather. Please bring a filled water bottle, as there is no running water in the interior of the park. Flush toilets are located at the Main Entrance only; there are portable toilets in the park. This program may not be suitable for children under the age of 12 or beginner cyclists. Please consider the distance and pace before registering.

TRCA is committed to creating an accessible experience for all participants. If you require an accessibility accommodation, please email Vicky at [email protected] at least 7 days prior to the event.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Tommy Thompson Park Pavilion, 3 Leslie St, Toronto, Canada

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