Blackie Spit & Crescent Beach

49.05958 , -122.88019

Canada

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The introductory text should contain general information about the site, which may include for instance:
• geographic/ biogeographic location
• habitat and vegetation
• typical bird species/bird communities
• protection status
• land use and history
• importance for birdwatching

Coordinates were set by Mathias Ritschard (Admin) : 49.0596/-122.8802 (2021-05-12 19:17:31 )

Site name was set by Mathias Ritschard (Admin) as "Blackie Spit & Crescent Beach" (2021-05-12 19:17:31 )

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  • Top species

List up to ca. 25 species that:
• have a limited distribution range and/or are rare on a global level
• are most sought-after by birdwatchers at this site
• and are relatively easy to see at this site (year-round or seasonally)

Marbled Godwit (Limosa fedoa)

Marbled Godwit (Limosa fedoa) was added by Dale Floer (2021-12-19 07:04:27)

  • Timing and strategy

Give recommendations for making your visit as productive as possible.
This may include for instance:
• best season
• best time of the day
• how much time to spend at the site
• best means of locomotion within the site
• recommended routes / areas within the site
• guiding

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  • How to get there

Explain from where and how to get to this site with private and public transport.

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Note that the area around the spit proper is strictly on-trail only with no dogs allowed.

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• entry points
• entry permits / entry tickets and fees
• opening hours / opening season
• other restrictions

Note that this section should only contain information on how to ACCESS (= enter) a site. Info on how to REACH a site should be added to "How to get there" section.

Edited by Dale Floer on 2021-12-19 07:08
Note that the area around the spit proper is strictly on-trail only with no dogs allowed.
  • Other attractions

There is picnicing, a nice beach and dog off-leash areas, both beach/water and a fenced area here as well.

Add information about other attractions at this site, including
• wildlife (apart from birds)
• sights (natural, cultural, archaeological, etc.)
• activities (e.g. for non-birding companions)

Edited by Dale Floer on 2021-12-19 07:09
There is picnicing, a nice beach and dog off-leash areas, both beach/water and a fenced area here as well.

Provide information about what type of facilities are available at
or near this site, including:
• information centers / information points
• catering
• accommodation
• hides and watchtowers
• restrooms / toilets

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Dogs are strictly not allowed on the spit proper, but some dog owners insist on ignoring the signs anyway. Beware of entitled dog owners.

The only road in and out of the area crosses an at-grade railway track, which can sometimes cause quite a wait.

Are there any security issues or other annoyances at this site? For
instance, these may include:
• offenses like robbery or theft
• natural hazards
• dangerous or annoying animals or plants (mosquitoes, leaches, thorn bushes, etc.)
• noise pollution

Edited by Dale Floer on 2021-12-19 07:06
Dogs are strictly not allowed on the spit proper, but some dog owners insist on ignoring the signs anyway. Beware of entitled dog owners.owners. The only road in and out of the area crosses an at-grade railway track, which can sometimes cause quite a wait.
Edited by Dale Floer on 2021-12-19 07:03
Dogs are strictly not allowed on the spit proper, but some dog owners insist on ignoring the signs anyway. Beware of entitled dog owners.
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