Sunday, May 10 2026
East Duffins Headwaters – Uxbridge
Leader: Carly Davenport
Registrant max capacity: 15
Description: We will meet at 9 am on Concession Road Six at the coordinates below, south of Albright Rd and north of Pickering-Uxbridge Townline. Parking is limited; please carpool whenever possible. We will be exploring the East Duffins Headwaters Wilder Forest and Wildlife Area and Walker Woods. Binoculars are sufficient for this trip, as we will be mostly in the forest.
Type of Trip: Early spring migrants, suitable for any level of experience
Location and Directions: Meet at 44.01913º N, 79.10594º W on Concession Road Six, Uxbridge, ON.
Public transit: None
Duration: 9 am until 1 pm
Approximate Distance: Approximately 5 to 6km combined walking distance over 2 to 3 locations we will drive to, depending on local birding info at the time of the trip
Accessibility: dirt trail through forest, hilly
Washrooms: Nearest washrooms are at Slabtown Cider or Tim Horton’s in Uxbridge
Food and Drink: Bring your own snacks and water
Land Acknowledgement
The Township of Uxbridge is situated on the traditional territory of the Huron-Wendat, Haudenosaunee, and Anishinaabe people. We acknowledge that these lands are covered under the Williams Treaties and are home to many Indigenous communities. We honour, recognize, and respect this nation and Indigenous Peoples as the traditional stewards of the lands and waters on which we now live, work and play.
About OFO Field Trips
OFO strives to create an inclusive, comfortable and enjoyable experience for all. Trip leaders are volunteers who generously offer their time to share their knowledge and passion for birds with others. Most OFO trips are suitable for beginner birders. Please let the trip leaders know if you are new to birding when you arrive.
Code of Conduct and Code of Birding Ethics: Participants are expected to review OFO’s Code of Conduct and Code of Birding Ethics before the trip.
Cancellation Policy: Space is limited so please cancel your registration if you cannot attend. If you need to cancel your registration on an outing, please go to the Events Registration page at https://ofo25.wildapricot.org/events. If you are registered for an event, you will see "Already registered" on the left side of the brief outing summary. Click on this, and you will see a button you can click to CANCEL REGISTRATION.
Transportation: All participants are responsible for their own transportation to and from the field trip. Public transit information, if available, is included in the trip description.
What to Bring: Dress appropriately for the weather and wear sturdy, closed toe footwear. Bring ID and health card, water, a packed lunch for longer trips, and money for park entrance and ferry fees. Depending on the season, sunscreen, insect repellant and a topical insect bite treatment such as Afterbite or Benadryl are recommended.
Loaner Binoculars: Email fieldtrips@ofo.caif you require loaner binoculars. We will do our best to provide a pair.
Leaving Early: Trip leaders understand that not everyone will be able to stay for the duration of the trip. If you must leave early, please inform the trip leaders before you go.
Rest Stops and Lunch Breaks: Trip leaders will include rest stops and lunch breaks but if you require additional rest stops, please inform the trip leaders, so they can accommodate your request.
Safety and First Aid: Trip leaders are volunteers. They are not trained in first aid and cannot provide medical help in the case of an accident or administer medication. When driving, please follow the rules of the road. Exercise caution when parking on the side of the road and getting out of your car.
Accessibility: OFO aims to provide accessible birding trips which are welcoming and enjoyable for all. If you have any questions about the trip, or require accommodations, please contact the trip leaders in advance by emailing fieldtrips@ofo.ca. Please allow a few days for a response.
If you have any questions or concerns, email fieldtrips@ofo.ca.
