Best Places to Bird in British Columbia

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In this guidebook - intended for novice and experienced birders alike - the authors explore their 30 favorite birding sites in the diverse landscape of Canada's westernmost province. With more than 30 colour photographs of birds and locales, and 28 maps, this work introduces some sites that will be familiar favorites for readers, while others may come as a surprise. Readers can choose their destination by species - each chapter has a list of 'Specialty Birds,' the ornithological highlights of a trip to the area in question - or by geography - each chapter is named for its region and includes detailed information not only on how to get there but also on how to make the most of being there. Personal anecdotes, historical background, and ornithological information make this an indispensable guide to exploring the best birding sites B.C. has to offer and learning more about its bird population