Official City Bird
The Black-capped Chickadee has been chosen as the official bird of the City of Woodstock!
Residents were invited to vote for the bird they felt best represented our community, and after the votes were counted, the Black-capped Chickadee was named our official city bird.
Black-Capped Chickadee
- a year-round resident of Woodstock
- feeds on seeds, spiders, and insects
The Black-Capped Chickadee is regarded as one of the friendliest bird species
Where it's been found in Woodstock:
- a regular visitor to bird feeders. Can easily be seen in shrubby areas in parks and along trails
A Bird Friendly City
Woodstock has been designated as a Bird Friendly City by Nature Canada, recognizing the community’s efforts to create a safer and more welcoming environment for birds.
The Bird Friendly City program encourages communities to protect and restore bird habitat, reduce threats to birds and help residents learn more about the species that share our community.
Celebrating World Migratory Bird Day - Birding Walks, October 10th at 9 a.m.
Join the Bird Friendly Woodstock team for a birding walk. Get to know Woodstock's birds on a guided walk led by expert birders. Bring binoculars (we will have a few loaner pairs available).
Everyone is welcome.
Walks will take place at three locations in Woodstock beginning at 9 a.m.
- Standard Tube Park, Lion's Trail, 98 Dundas Street
- Standard Tube Burgess Park, Tecumseh Street (trail entrance next to Oxford Pool and Spa)
- Roth Park (large parking lot near the Roth Park sign)
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