The Shorebirds of Irving Nature Park: Walk & Talk

Join Irving Nature Park staff and Hank Scarth, with the Saint John Naturalists' Club, for a talk about the amazing life histories of migrating shorebirds and learn tips on how to identify between the various species that make their way to the Irving Nature Park!

The Shorebirds of Saints Rest Talk & Walk will take place on day 1 of the Irving Nature Park Shorebird Conservation and Education Project. All are welcome to learn more about this project as well as information on shorebirds.

The Irving Nature Park in West Saint John provides a vital feeding and rest stop for thousands of shorebirds during their fall migration. The tiny (16.5cm /6.5”) Semipalmated Sandpipers arrive in the Bay of Fundy between late July and early September where they join several other species of shorebirds to feed on small invertebrates on the Bay’s extensive mud flats. After doubling their weight over a two-week period, they depart on a 72-hour 3,000-4,000 KM non-stop flight to South America.

The talk will be held under the Interpretation Shelter at 11AM on Saturday, August 27th.
After the talk, we will take a short walk to the beach to view roosting (resting) shorebirds and to learn how you can help with the conservation efforts of these species!
All events are provided free of charge by J.D. Irving, Limited. If you have any questions please contact us at the Park at 653-7367, or through Facebook.