Sprucing up the Sanctuary: Grand Manan Clean-up

The Nature Conservancy of Canada protects 129 hectares (319 acres) of coastal wetlands and valuable wildlife habitat on the island of Grand Manan, which is located in a globally significant Important Bird Area (IBA) in the Bay of Fundy. More than 350 species of birds have been recorded at Grand Manan, including 174 species of breeding birds. This nature reserve is located within the boundaries of both the IBA and the federal Grand Manan Island Migratory Bird Sanctuary, and provides vital habitat protection for many species of birds. Make sure you bring your binoculars when you visit!

Last summer we began the process of cleaning this area, which was used as a dumping site for years. The large garbage items were removed but smaller remnants remain, such as plastic containers, small bits of metal, rope and wire, etc. You will help us with this next step in the restoration process by picking up these smaller items!

Grand Manan is a birders paradise, and this particular location was designated by the Government of Canada as an important area for staging waterfowl. You will have the opportunity to enjoy some birding during and after the event, as well as a picnic lunch and stroll along the shoreline after the event. Binoculars and food will be provided, but feel free to bring your own binoculars!

Contact Courtney: atlantic@conservationvolunteers.ca