Spring Birding in the
Foothills of the Canadian Rockies |
Come join Rocky Mountain Escape guides in the beautiful Alberta Rocky Mountains for a spectacular
birding tour. This excursion will be a 3 day, 2 night package focusing
on discovering the wonders of the spring songbird migration in
the front range of the Canadian Rockies.
ITINERARY
Day 1
Arrive at Rocky Mountain Escape mid-afternoon to settle into your
private log cabin.
Stroll down to a gravel bar on Munn Creek with your birding guide.
Watch for warblers, sparrows, finches, jays and juncos singing
amongst the willows, poplars and spruce. Dinner at the 'Escape with free time after dinner to enjoy the
stars and spectacular views.
Day 2 -
Breakfast at the 'Escape.
Transportation to Rock Lake with your birding guide.
Watch for waterfowl, eagles and hawks, and the ever-present songbirds.
Lunch at Rock Lake, followed by transportation to the Wild Hay
River. A short hike (< 2 km) takes us to a lowland area to watch
for marsh birds. Late afternoon return to the 'Escape. Dinner and evening campfire to compare birding notes.Overnight accommodation at the 'Escape.
Day 3 -
Breakfast at the 'Escape.
Take a leisurely stroll along the Munn Creek Trail through
subalpine forest to search for more songbirds and grouse.
Lunch at the 'Escape followed by a leisurely departure.
DETAIL
• Group size: 4 - 8
• Dates available from May 15 to June
15
PACKAGE INCLUDES
• Two nights private cabin accommodation (secluded log cabins)
• Hot breakfasts, pack lunches, dinners
with complimentary wine
• Birding guide
• Transportation to and from trailheads
COST
• $325.00/person |
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