Events
Nature Calgary offers presentations, field trips, study groups and special events throughout the year. Events are free or discounted for Nature Calgary members.
Speaker Series
Speaker Series Showcases
Every month from September through May, we invite a special guest to present on natural history, scientific research and travel topics. The Speaker Series Showcases are held at Cité des Rocheuses. Everyone is welcome to attend – the Speaker Series Showcases are free for Nature Calgary members and $5 for non-members (payable at the door). To suggest a speaker or topic please call John McFaul at 403-289-9517 or contact us.
Bird Study Group
Bird Study Group meetings feature speakers, announcements, and quizzes on birding topics. The meetings are held once a month from September through May in the Cardel Theatre in Quarry Park. Come, listen, and meet other birders over coffee! To suggest a speaker or topic please contact us. The Bird Study Group is free for Nature Calgary members and $5 for non-members (payable at the door).
Annual Banquet
The annual Nature Calgary banquet features food, fellowship and a notable guest speaker. Learn more about past speakers and how you can support our annual banquet.
All upcoming events
Speaker Series (May 2024)
Zoom Alberta, CanadaTopic: Calgary Pollinators Community Science Project Presenter: Justine Doll Description: The Calgary Pollinator Project to help us understand the diversity of pollinators in Calgary and the types of plants that […]
Airdrie Nose Creek Park
Airdrie Nose Creek Park Airdrie, Alberta, CanadaPlease register with trip leader Andrew Hart at andrewhartch@icloud.com
Ralph Klein Park
Ralph Klein Park 12350 84 Street SE, Calgary, Alberta, CanadaWe will spend the morning seeking shorebirds, gulls, and herons. Meet in parking lot off north of the visitors centre. The walk is quite flat and friendly to those with […]
Birding 101 – Birding for Beginners (Friday Morning Walks)
Event Description: Are you curious about the birds you see in your neighborhood? Eager to learn more about our feathered friends and how to identify them? Join us for Birding […]
Birding 101 – Birding for Beginners (Sunday Morning Walks)
Birding 101 Event Description: Are you curious about the birds you see in your neighborhood? Eager to learn more about our feathered friends and how to identify them? Join us […]
Nature Walk – West Edworthy Park
Edworthy Park (south parking lot) Alberta, CanadaMeet at the south parking lot down the hill from the end of Spruce Drive SW. Please register with leader John McFaul at alpglow@telus.net or 403 289-9517
Victoria Day – Annual Nature Calgary Big Day
See over 100 species at various locations within Calgary. Be prepared to be out all day. Bring appropriate clothing, food and water. Registered participants will be advised of the meeting […]
Birding and Nature Walk Burnsmead Fish Creek
Fish Creek Provincial Park - Burnsmead Day Use Area Alberta, CanadaPlease register with Trip Leader Jessica Armand by e-mailing jess.armand11*@gmail.com (remove asterisk). Dress for the weather and for walking on gravel paths for 3+km. All levels of birdwatching are welcome.
68th Street Wetlands
68 Street SE Wetlands Alberta, CanadaWe will spend the evening seeking shorebirds, gulls, and herons. Meet in parking lot off 68th Street NE, east of Elliston Park. The walk is quite flat and friendly to […]
Carburn Park
Carburn Park Alberta, CanadaPlease register with trip leader Andrew Hart at andrewhartch@icloud.com