Sprucing up the Sanctuary: Grand Manan Clean-up
Event Details
June 22nd, 2019, 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Grand Manan Migratory Bird Sanctuary Nature Reserve (Deep Cove), New Brunswick
Infrastructure / Site Cleanup
A little bird told me that NCC could use your help! Spend the day cleaning up the Grand Manan Migratory Bird Sanctuary. After the event, join us for a picnic lunch and stroll along the shoreline to do some birding!
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More Information
Nestled in the Bay of Fundy, this 238 hectare (589 ac.) project features coastal wetlands, rocky shorelines, and balsam fir forests, on the island of Grand Manan. As a part of both a globally significant Important Bird Area and the federal Grand Manan Island Migratory Bird Sanctuary, the area provides vital habitat for more than 350 species of birds, including the endangered red knot.
NCC acquired Grand Manan with the assistance of the Government of Canada’s Natural Areas Conservation Program (NACP), a unique public-private partnership to accelerate the pace of land conservation across southern Canada
What you will be doingLast 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!
Why you will love itGrand 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!
Questions?Contact Abigail : Abigail.Pavao@natureconservancy.ca
The event will take place rain or shine, although it may be rescheduled for heavy rain or if conditions are unsafe for working outside. NCC staff will be in touch with volunteers as soon as possible if the event is to be postponed.
This event is made possible thanks to funding from the NB Wildlife Trust Fund, the NB Environmental Trust Fund, and Atlantic Mariculture.
While we do our best to provide you with the tools you need to participate, please bring the following items if you have them:
- Closed-toe shoes (waterproof)
- Layers of warm clothing
- Long pants
- Rain gear
- Work gloves
- Reusable water bottle
- Any necessary medications