We are now welcoming from members and the public submissions for the fall 2020 issue of Wingspan! We are seeking new writing, art, and photography focusing on either: conservation, reconciliation, impact of climate change on birds, or all of the above. Successful submissions will be enjoyed by 7500 readers across BC.
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From December 10th to January 8th, the Nature House held our very first winter pop-up market! Twinkling lights hung from branches of Oregon grape and
World Wetlands Day is recognized on February 2, 2021 as a global celebration of wetland ecosystems, some of the most productive ecosystems of the world. The term “biological supermarkets” has been used to describe wetlands, given the immense biodiversity they support. Wetlands also provide several beneficial ecosystem services, including protecting and improving water quality, providing habitat for fish and wildlife, storing floodwaters, and maintaining surface water flow during dry periods.
The area at Maplewood Flats consists of mudflats, a salt marsh, forests, wetlands, and a trail system that weaves throughout these different environments. The area