Meadowlark Birding Tours is a specialized birding tour operator offering exceptional birding experiences across Canada and select international destinations with local partners. We combine expert-led birding with thoughtfully designed itineraries, working alongside trusted local guides to deliver outstanding access to some of the world’s best birdlife. Our tours are built for birders of all experience levels who want both results and a great overall experience, balancing strong species lists with comfortable accommodations, excellent food, and a well-paced approach. We keep our groups small and ensure each itinerary allows the time and attention needed to fully enjoy the birds and the places we visit.
If you have any questions about upcoming departures, scheduling a private day trip out of Calgary or Banff or you would like us to design a custom tour to any destination, please do not hesitate to Contact Us!
*all prices are listed in Canadian Dollars (CAD) and do not include GST/HST
If you have any questions about upcoming departures, scheduling a private day trip out of Calgary or Banff or you would like us to design a custom tour to any destination, please do not hesitate to Contact Us!
*all prices are listed in Canadian Dollars (CAD) and do not include GST/HST
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A Field Guide to the Birds of Alberta – David R. Scott & Gavin McKinnon
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Situated at the convergence of the Great Plains, Rocky Mountains, and North America’s vast boreal forest, Alberta boasts a great diversity of landscapes and habitats. From turquoise glacier lakes nestled between towering peaks, to spruce- and sphagnum-dominated muskeg, to labyrinthine badland canyons, to expansive grassland dotted with sagebrush, to islands of green space amidst sprawling cities, this province has much to offer outdoor enthusiasts, including birders! More than 300 species of birds occur every year in the province, and well over 400 have been observed at least once within its borders.
This guide aims to assist those who wish to find, observe, identify, and better understand the birds around us—whether it be an American Robin nesting in a city park, a White-tailed Ptarmigan foraging in the alpine tundra, or a Turkey Vulture soaring over the badland hoodoos. With clear descriptions designed to be accessible for beginner and intermediate birders, this extensive guide is also useful for experts in the field. It comprises 305 full-page species accounts for regularly occurring species and 29 abbreviated accounts for more rarely occurring birds. With so many birds to see and hear in every region of the province, A Field Guide to the Birds of Alberta is the definitive guide for locals and visitors alike. |
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Set-Departure ToursSet-Departure tours are scheduled long in advance at optimal times of year for birding. The group size for these tours can range between four and ten participants depending on logistics, focus of the tour, and location. These tours can be viewed and booked anytime through our website.
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Day ToursDay Tours are tailored to fit your exact needs and circumstances as well as your personal goals. Do you want to spend a day of targeting specific birds you need for your life list? Maximize the number of species? Or even just a casual stroll through a local park? All of these can be arranged to fit your preferences and schedule. We are based southern Alberta, but we can also set up day tours with local guides across the country.
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Custom ToursGet a group of friends together and go birding! We can arrange a custom birding tour for you and your group, tailored to your preferences, birding style, interests, and experience level. Whether you’re looking for a relaxed outing or a more focused birding adventure, we’ll help create a memorable experience for everyone.
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