Inglewood Bird Sanctuary and Nature Centre - Calgary, Alberta
Posted by: Groundspeak Regular Member wildwoodke
N 51° 01.865 W 114° 00.662
11U E 709574 N 5657533
The Inglewood Bird Sanctuary and Nature Centre is located along the Bow River on the eastern side of the community of Inglewood in southeast Calgary, Alberta.
Waymark Code: WM502A
Location: Alberta, Canada
Date Posted: 10/20/2008
Views: 20

This 32-hectare wildlife reserve offers more than two kilometres of level walking trails throughout the riverine forest, by the flowing Bow River and alongside a peaceful lagoon. More than 250 species of birds and 300 species of plants, plus several kinds of mammals, have been observed in the area.

While spring and summer are prime times for viewing birds, a variety of wildlife can be seen throughout the year. The public is welcome to visit the Sanctuary during daylight hours, year-round but please leave your pets, bicycles, roller blades and bird food at home.

Most of the trails are wheelchair and stroller accessible and can be reached from the paved pathway leading from the Nature Centre. Admission is free; however, the Sanctuary gratefully accepts donations.

The Nature Centre is the gateway to the Inglewood Bird Sanctuary. The hours of operation are:
May 1 to September 30, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., daily
October 1 to April 30, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., closed on Mondays and holidays

On your next visit, stop in to:
find out what birds have been seen recently
peek at the live action on the lagoon, using the Ducks Unlimited Canada remote control camera
discover where some of our common birds migrate to
learn about local birding hot spots
peruse interesting bird merchandise for sale including books, stuffed animals, and organic bird friendly coffee.

Park Name: Inglewood Bird Sanctuary and Nature Centre

Sponsoring Organization: The City of Calgary

Handicap Accessible?: Yes

Website: [Web Link]

Entrance Fee: Not Listed

List any Hides, Birding Towers, or other structures to assist in Birdwatching found at the location: Not listed

Parking Coordinates: Not Listed

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