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Notre mission est de protéger les oiseaux et leurs habitats par la conservation, l'observation, la recherche et l'éducation. We are a not-for profit, registered charity established in Montreal in 1917. We envision a world in which people appreciate the intrinsic benefits of birds and act to protect our planet and its wildlife. Our mission is to protect birds and bird habitat while fostering an app
04/19/2026
BPQ Field Trip Report - Saturday April 18, 2026 - Pointe-des-Cascades, Quebec
The weather was far better than the seasonal average, starting at +8c at 8 am rising to +22c at noon with sunny skies and mild winds throughout.
There were 44 attendees to this field trip, some for the first time at this location and a couple for the first time joining BPQ. We covered approximately 6.4 km along a twisting route including varied habitats from woods, to swamps, and riverside views. The route was modified in places due to high water.
In total 50 species were recorded. Special sightings included Bald Eagles, Osprey, a Broad-tailed Hawk (first of season), Killdeer (first of season), Eastern Phoebe, Yellow-rumped Warblers and many Norther Flickers. Two Ruffed Grouse were spotted by some of the participants. The water was so high that the rapids at the dam looked more like a smooth lake.
Thanks to all who attended, and to Ron Rind for taking care of the e-Bird list and species count.
An Ebird checklist for the trip is available at https://ebird.org/checklist/S324720655
We have some photos supplied by Bill Thompson.
Sarah Marshall & Bill Thompson
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