Boundary Bay, an area of 250 square kilometres, is Canada's number one top birding area and is a major stop in the spring and fall of the Pacific Flyway, the north-south route that millions of migrating birds follow along the west coast of North America. Over 320 different species of birds, numbering in the hundreds of thousands come to enjoy, take a rest and to feed on the richness of this biologically enriched area. Along the shores of Boundary Bay, expansive eelgrass beds, mud flats and salt marshes provide habitat to a myriad of algae, marine invertebrates and fish. The deep waters of the bay, beyond low tide, provide habitat for birds, fish and marine mammals.
Come and join the many other "bird enthusiasts' for a walk, a talk, family activities, arts and fun held throughout the many area parks, including Crescent Beach, Blackies Spit, the Serpentine Fen and Mud Bay Park, that are part of the Flyway and its environs. Each year from January to May the Friends of Semiahmoo Bay Society celebrate "Birds on the Bay" with a series of events that focus on raising the publics' awareness and knowledge of Boundary Bay's significance as an international designation as as Important Bird Area (IBA)
For further information contact:
Birding Walks
City of Surrey Parks Department Tel: (604) 501-5121
www.environment.surrey.ca
Friends of Semiahmoo Bay Society
Tel; (604) 536-2636
www.birdsonthebay.ca
DON'T FORGET TO BRING!!
- A good pair of binoculars and a field guide
- Comfortable walking or hiking shoes, waterproof is even better
- Appropriate dress for changing weather conditions
Interpretive Walk, Self-Guided walks
Green Timbers Urban Forest Park
Interesting natural and cultural information for specific stops along the trail. A terrific destination for a nature walk!
Blackies Spit Park
Learn about the history and ecological significance of this area while following interpretive signage throughout the park