Big Bird Sit

Settle in, slow down, and welcome winter with the Special Bird Service.Join us for a cozy Big Bird Sit at SELEK̵TEL̵ (Goldstream Park) — a simple, grounding practice where we choose one spot, stay put, and see how many species reveal themselves when we give the land our attention. We’ll have a bonfire, a hot grill, and a laid-back winter atmosphere. SBS will provide hot dogs and veggie dogs, and you’re welcome to bring something of your own to throw on the grill. Think of it as a warm, communal pause at the edge of the forest — one part birding, one part gathering, and one part winter medicine of slowing down. Bring a camp chair, blankets, and your warmest layers. We’ll be outside for a few hours, tuning into the rhythms of the river, the surrounding forest, and the winter birds who stay through the dark seasons. Whether you’re brand new to birding or you’ve joined SBS for years, all are welcome as we sit together and notice what we might otherwise miss. Let’s see how many species we can meet — by sound, by shadow, by the flicker of movement that only shows itself when we’re still.