September 25, 2014 – Quebec City, Quebec – Environment Canada
How would you like to connect with nature this fall? Until October 26, Environment Canada is inviting you to the Cap Tourmente National Wildlife Area (NWA). The NWA offers a number of activities for nature lovers, birdwatchers, hikers and photographers looking to discover wildlife in its natural environment.
The Focus on the Geese activity will once again be offered every day from September 27 to October 26. With our naturalist guides, witness the Greater Snow Geese that stop at the NWA in search for food. Visitors who want to know how many geese are at the NWA can check the Nature section of Environment Canada’s website.
The On the Trail of Fox GPS rally, new this fall, helps visitors discover and learn about the biodiversity they encounter when walking along the La Cédrière, L’Allée d’ormes, Le Moqueur-chat and Bois-sent-bon trails. Did you know that the NWA contains more than 22 forest stands, and is home to 700 plant species, 30 mammal species and 180 bird species, including some that are at risk? Why not go on an outing and enjoy the fall colours.
This initiative is part of the Government of Canada’s efforts under the National Conservation Plan to connect Canadian families with our natural spaces. Through this plan, the Government is building a stronger Canada, a country that cares about conserving its natural heritage and a country where we can all enjoy the beauty of nature from coast to coast to coast.
Ted Laking
Director of Communications
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