Lot 35 Details

Wings, Woods, and Wine: A Conservation Experience with Thames Talbot Land Trust for Four

A PRIVATE CONSERVATION ADVENTURE FOR FOUR AT HAWK CLIFF WOODS WITH BIRD BANDING & MONARCH TAGGING

This exclusive experience invites a private group of four for an immersive day at Hawk Cliff Woods during peak fall migration.

Located along the north shore of Lake Erie in Southwestern Ontario, this globally significant migration corridor sees thousands of raptors and monarch butterflies pass through each autumn. Led by Thames Talbot Land Trust’s Executive Director, Daria, and a licensed expert bird bander, guests will take part in the banding and release of migrating hawks and the tagging of monarch butterflies, offering an extraordinary, behind-the-scenes opportunity to engage directly with hands-on conservation science.

The day also includes a guided hike through the nationally unique Carolinian forest, alongside the dramatic Lake Erie cliffs, providing sweeping views and deeper insight into one of Ontario’s most ecologically important regions.

Following your time in the field, enjoy a visit to nearby Sky Chase Winery for a guided wine tour and tasting, complemented by a selection of shareable plates. It is a relaxed and fitting way to reflect on the day’s experiences and continue the conversation over good food and wine. Additional wine or menu selections may be purchased separately by the winning bidder.

This experience is for four guests and must be scheduled between September 11 and September 23 during peak migration season.

This lot Includes:

- Private conservation experience for four guests

- Exclusive tour of Hawk Cliff Woods during peak fall migration

- Hawk banding and release experience with a licensed bird bander

- Monarch butterfly tagging and migration education experience

- Guided hike by Thames Talbot Land Trust’s Executive Director, Daria Koscinski

- Guided wine tour and tasting at Sky Chase Winery

- And a generous selection of curated shareable plates

Restrictions and Notes:

- Must be scheduled between September 11 and September 23, during peak migration season

- Scheduling should be arranged as early as possible

- Date subject to availability of Thames Talbot Land Trust staff, the licensed bird bander, and Sky Chase Winery

- Hawk banding and monarch tagging are weather dependent and subject to wildlife activity and permitting conditions

- Participants should be comfortable walking on uneven terrain and varying elevations

- Additional wine, food, or menu selections at Sky Chase Winery beyond the included tasting and shareable plates may be purchased separately.

Non transferable without prior approval.

Estimate $900-$1,100

Realised: $500