Point Pelee Spring Migration Tours - May 15, 16 & 17 | Birding With Rick

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The spring migration only happens once a year. This is your window.

Your First Birding Tour at Point Pelee

No Experience Required

Point Pelee Spring Migration
One Day. 60+ Species. $200.

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✓ Small groups (max 10)

✓ Guided by Rick (186K followers)

✓ 8 hours at North America's #1 spot

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"The spring migration at Point Pelee only happens once a year. For 72 hours. Then it's gone."

This May 15-17, 100,000 warblers cross Lake Erie and descend on Point Pelee National Park. Most people will never see this spectacle. You can.

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"Birding Retreats exist to bring people together through the simple joy of paying attention.

We're a community built on curiosity, not competition. A space where birders of all levels can slow down, look up, and experience nature side by side. Leave your stress and life lists at the door. Bring binoculars, wonder, and a sense of humor.

Our trips are about connection: to the land, to the birds, to each other. They're a chance to unplug from the noise and return to what's real: good people, shared stories, migration magic, and the thrill of spotting something wild.

Led with care, heart, and a little mischief, these retreats are a reminder that joy isn't found in checking off boxes. It's found in the in-between moments.

This is birding for the soul."

- Rick Szabo, founder

NBC Destination X Winner | 14 Years Birding Experience | 186K Instagram Followers

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Reviews from Fellow Birders

M. G.

POINT PELEE

"Rick is a huge, brilliant, happy personality and his BOUNDING enthusiasm is only matched by his depth of knowledge on the birds which he clearly adores sharing. Has a very good way of teaching birding by ear too which is a very, very difficult skill to teach. Very fun, cheeky, and hilarious. But also very keenly aware of everyones welfare and always checking to make sure we'd all seen the birds etc. Good bloke."

K. M.

POINT PELEE

"Can't say enough. Gifted, skilled, incredible birder with encyclopedic knowledge. Went above and beyond to make the trip fulfilling and memorable and to find us as many birds as possibly! Also accommodated every need of every person on the trip - I do not know how he did it but he did."

S. G.

POINT PELEE

"The guides were excellent, very good knowledge of birds and bird calls. Very easy to get on with. Good fun. They made us all feel at ease from day one"

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What's Included

Everything You Need for an Amazing Day at Point Pelee

✓ 8-9 Hours Guided Tour at Point Pelee

Expert birding at North America's #1 spring migration hotspot

✓ Access to Peak Migration (May 15-17)

Only happens 3 days per year when 100,000 birds cross Lake Erie

✓ Birding With Rick Gear Kit

Exclusive Point Pelee retreat pin + hat

✓ Small Group Experience (Max 10 People)

Personal attention from Rick, no crowds

✓ Complete Day Itinerary Planned

The Tip, woodland trails, marsh boardwalk, all handled

Total Value: $325+

Your Price: $200

You Save: $125+

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Your Day at Point Pelee

7:00 AM

Meet at Visitor Center

Quick intro, overview of the day, then board the tram to The Tip

7:30 AM

THE TIP (Peak Magic Hour)

Warblers feeding at arm's reach. If conditions are right, we may witness "fallout" mornings where birds are everywhere. This is the kind of birding people remember for a lifetime.

10:00 AM

Woodland Trails

ID coaching through diverse habitats at Point Pelee. Rick guides you through woodlands, marsh edges, and lakeside scrub.

12:00 PM

Lunch Break

Bring your own picnic or grab food at the Visitor Centre (hot dogs, burgers, the famous "birdseed" cookie)

1:00 PM

Hillman Marsh

Shorebirds + rare sightings. We adapt based on what's best: marsh birds on the boardwalk or pivot to any rare species reported in the region.

3:00 PM

Tour Ends

Full eBird checklist sent to you. Walk away with 60-80 species and unforgettable memories.

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Is This Tour For You?

This Tour Is Perfect If You:

Are a beginner or enthusiast (all ages welcome!)
Have never been birding (most haven't!)
Can't tell a warbler from a sparrow yet
Want to escape screens for 8 hours
Love nature but need a guide
Are curious about the migration spectacle at Point Pelee

Not a Fit If You:

Prefer solo birding (this is small group)
Expect guaranteed species lists (nature varies!)

All ages welcome | Small groups of 10 | Moderate walking

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Quick Answers

Do I need my own binoculars? +

Rick recommends bringing your own if you have them, but you can still enjoy the tour without binoculars. Many birds will be close enough to see with the naked eye during peak migration at Point Pelee.

What if it rains? +

Tour runs rain or shine (birds don't cancel for weather!). Bring a rain jacket and waterproof shoes. Some of the best birding happens in light rain when birds fly lower.

Can I cancel if something comes up? +

Full refund if you cancel 7+ days before your tour date. Cancellations within 7 days receive a 50% refund. No refunds for no-shows.

How many people in the group? +

Maximum 10 people per tour. Small groups mean better sightings, more personalized coaching, and a chance to actually see the birds (not just the backs of other birders' heads).

Is food included? +

Bring your own packed lunch. Light snacks are available for purchase at the park. There's a water fountain on-site to refill your bottle throughout the day.

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