Signs of Spring Birding Tour: 2 great options
A three-hour self-drive birding tour on back roads near Saskatoon, following the changing arrival of prairie birds through spring.
About this tour
Follow back roads near Saskatoon to look and listen for birds returning to the prairies. The mix changes quickly through the season: early migrants can include geese, raptors, bluebirds and meadowlarks, while later weeks bring a broader range of waterbirds, shorebirds and nesting songbirds.
The guide identifies birds and discusses their natural history, using a spotting scope for closer views when useful. The leisurely format welcomes first-time and experienced birdwatchers and can work well for families.
This is an easy, three-hour self-drive tour. Each party uses its own vehicle and may remain inside it for much of the route, making the outing suitable for many guests with limited mobility. Sightings always depend on date, weather and migration.
Planning a wider trip? Read our birdwatching guide to Canada.
Birds you can spot
Recurvirostra americana
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Falco sparverius
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Spizelloides arborea
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Haliaeetus leucocephalus
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Branta hutchinsii
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Eremophila alpestris
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Charadrius vociferus
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Lanius ludovicianus
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Sialia currucoides
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Zenaida macroura
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Lanius borealis
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Agelaius phoeniceus
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Anser rossii
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Accipiter erythronemius
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Antigone canadensis
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Passerculus sandwichensis
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Anser caerulescens
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Melospiza melodia
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Buteo swainsoni
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Tachycineta bicolor
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Cygnus columbianus
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Sturnella neglecta
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Tringa semipalmata
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Xanthocephalus xanthocephalus
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Guides
Itinerary ▼
Set out from Saskatoon for a relaxed three-hour circuit along nearby back roads. Stops are selected for current arrivals and can include open prairie, wetlands and roadside viewpoints, with the guide adapting the route as spring migration progresses.
Locations & map
- Saskatoon - Saskatchewan Canada
Availability & pricing
Availability: Available on request · Season: March 21–May 30
Included
- Guiding - Guiding only.
Not included
- Meals - Not included.
- Accommodation - Not included.
- Transportation - Not included. For driving tours, clients must rent a vehicle and provide transportation for the guide.
- Park entry fees - Not included.
- Other costs - Not included.
Transport & stays
- Self-drive or walking, depending on tour For driving tours, clients must rent a vehicle and provide transportation for the guide. Walking tours use the confirmed meeting point. | Meet: Confirmed after inquiry
Policies & FAQ
When are private tours offered?
Private Signs of Spring tours are normally available from March 21 through May 30.
Do participants need a vehicle?
Yes. This is a self-drive escorted tour, so each party provides its own vehicle.
Are particular species guaranteed?
No. The birds present change through spring and every outing depends on migration, weather and local conditions.