It’s last call for bird photos as the Rocky Point Bird Observatory plans for its 2026 fundraising calendar.
The calendar is a significant project that aims to showcase the beauty and diversity of bird species found on Vancouver Island. Sold to raise funds in support of migration monitoring, education and research goals, this calendar will feature important dates for bird enthusiasts. Monumental moments flagged include World Migratory Bird Day, Victoria Bird Week, and the Christmas Bird Count for Kids.
Most importantly, the non-profit wildlife agency plans to profile local photographers who shoot birds seen on southern Vancouver Island.
“We can't wait to see each and every photo. As we reside in the birding capital of Canada, we want to celebrate the diversity of bird species found here,” the agency said in a callout for images. Photos could be used on the Rocky Point Bird Observatory calendar, website, social media and other forms of communication.
Entrants can submit by emailing images to development@rpbo.org with "2026 RPBO Calendar entry" in the subject line.
Entries should include the bird's identification, location where it was spotted and the photographer's name.
