Connection Walks: Bird Tower

Saturday, September 26, 2020
Creston Valley Branch
Location:
Creston Valley Wildlife Management Area
Address:
Meet at the Balancing Rock Parking LotW Creston Rd, just south of hwy 3, Creston BC

Please join us for our seventh of a series of connection walks this year. These walks are family friendly and will explore various trails and habitat in the Creston Valley. Come out to learn about the ecology of the Creston Valley and have fun!

Sign up here. Please sign up in advance for this free event. Space is limited to 15 participants.

COVID-19 safety protocols will be in place for this walk.

This walk will take place along the wetland trails at the Creston Valley Wildlife Management Area from 9:30-11:30am on Saturday, September 26, 2020. We will go to the bird tower just north of highway 3.  The walk is flat and 2.8 km long, suitable for younger children. We will meet at the Balancing Rock parking lot. Bring extra layers, snacks, water and your curiosity.

 

More Information

Please Note
  • No toilets on site
  • Bring water and snacks
  • Rain or Shine- bring sunhat, sunscreen, sweater, rain jacket, bug spray
  • Terrain is flat but uneven surfaces

 

About Creston Valley Wildlife Management Area

The Creston Valley Wildlife Management Area (CVWMA) is a 7,000 ha area that is protected for natural species diversity and conservation. It is designated as a Ramsar site- a wetland of international importance, as well as an Important Bird Area by BirdLife International. It supports over 100,000 water birds during migration periods. It is home to many fish, amphibian, birds, insects and reptiles as well as deer, moose, elk and bears. The CVWMA is critical for maintaining wetland and floodplain habitat in the Creston Valley. For more information about the CVWMA visit their website.

Questions?

Contact Melissa Flint: melissa@wildsight.ca