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Snowy Owl Birding Tour

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Stan S.

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For over 30 years, I have been an enthusiastic bird guide for birding and nature tours around Saskatchewan and other parts of Canada. I enjoy showing clients the special unique birds and spectacular scenery found within prairie grasslands, wetlands, forests and urban regions. I am a past president of our local and provincial nature societies and regularly lead their field trips. I have co-edited reference publications for Birds of Saskatoon and have contributed significantly to different birding books specific to the Saskatchewan region. I am currently a regional coordinator for the provincial Breeding Bird Atlas project and help with their bird identification workshops. I regularly contribute bird sightings to online birding platforms and currently hold the record for the most bird species seen in Saskatchewan. 30 years experience as a birding tour guide for a variety of organizations. Hold M.Sc. degree in Astronomy. Travellers will need to drive themselves in a rented or personal vehicle while the leader travels in a separate vehicle during the tour. We will talk via cell phone.

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Overview of your Saskatoon tour

Join me for a 3. 5 hour drive to visit some of the best locations in the Saskatoon region where Snowy Owls often winter. Although we cannot guarantee finding Snowy Owls, these are locations where they are frequently seen in winter if the local mouse population is high enough. This tour is offered from late November to early March. Based upon my longtime experience as a birding guide, the greatest chance of finding owls occurs at this time. Although our focus will be looking for Snowy Owls, we may also find a few other wintering bird species. Tour proceeds support the local Living Sky Wildlife Rehabilitation charity.

Your Saskatoon tour itinerary

We will depart Saskatoon about 2 pm and drive gravel roads within 75 km of Saskatoon in search of wintering owls. The greatest owl activity usually occurs between 3 pm and 5 pm.

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Sedan

I do not provide private transportation. Travelers are required to travel in their own vehicle or in a rented vehicle. Winter tires are recommended. We can communicate using cell phone apps when traveling between destinations. The leader is willing to ride in your non-smoking vehicle.

What's included
Private Guide
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. Personal Car rental cost for clients is not included in price. Accommodation and food is not included.
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Meeting location

903 Temperance Street, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, S7N 0N3, Canada

Airport: ,Cruise: ,ByGuide: 903 Temperance Street (From the east end of University Bridge, drive 2 blocks south on Clarence Avenue and then 1 block west on Temperance Street.)

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Tour categories
History
Nature Wildlife And Safaris
Day Trip
Bird Watching
Layover
Tour reference number
1031956
Languages
English
Activity level
Light
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible

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Who is this private tour in Saskatoon best suited for?

This private tour in Saskatoon is perfect for bird enthusiasts and nature lovers who are keen to observe Snowy Owls in their natural winter habitat. It's also suitable for families, as it is kid-friendly and wheelchair accessible. Travellers who enjoy connecting with a local expert for deeper insights into the region's wildlife will find this tour particularly rewarding.

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Hours icon 3 hours 30 minutes
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Private tour for 1-3 people
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Hours icon 3 hours 30 minutes
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Private tour for 1-3 people
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