It’s also one of the most important habitats for wildlife. Where freshwater wetlands flank the meandering river, you might spot wood ducks, black tern, or osprey.
That’s why Ducks Unlimited Canada has embarked on a decade-long project to restore and enhance the 4,700 acres (1,900 hectares) of wetlands we manage here, and is conducting research on habitat availability for cavity-nesting waterfowl like wood duck and goldeneye. We also want to raise awareness about how restored wetland habitats are critical for supporting wildlife, and how natural wetlands play a role in protecting the river’s shoreline from floods.
