Great Blue Heron. Photo: Shayne Kaye/BC Bird Trail
Located on the Pacific Flyway migration route, the Vancouver area is a prime bird-watching location. Follow custom birding itineraries around Vancouver to experience the BC Bird Trail.
Beginner Birding Tips Give birds lots of space. Bring binoculars or use the zoom lens on your camera to get a closer look. Be quiet. Birds can hear better than humans and will fly away if they hear loud noises. Be still and avoid sudden movements that can startle birds. Get a birding guidebook or app to help you identify the species you are seeing. Try going early or late in the day
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