Vantage Point Traditional Cache
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This cache takes you on a short easy walk through part of the Serpentine Bird Sanctuary.
Please bring your own pen to sign the log book.
The Serpentine Wildlife Area is 106 hectares in size, with approximately 80 hectares of dyked freshwater marsh, and 4 hectares of undyked salt marsh. There is a public trail network along selected interior dykes, and along the Serpentine River. There are three covered viewing towers that provide visitors with excellent views of the upland agricultural, old field, marsh and river habitats.
The system of interior dykes allows for the adjustment of water levels in different portions of the marsh. Seasonal water draw-downs, combined with specific vegetation plantings, have resulted in the establishment of productive waterfowl habitat, particularly for nesting and wintering birds. Areas of old field habitat provide foraging opportunities for raptors. Hedgerows located between the marsh compartments provide habitat for songbirds, as well as perching sites for raptors. Through careful management, agricultural activities and wildlife use co-exist in the lands immediately south of 44th Avenue.
Great Blue Heron, cormorants, Short-eared Owl and songbirds are common. Many hawk species use this area. Northern Harrier and Red-tailed Hawk may be seen year round. Rough-legged Hawk, Sharp-shinned Hawk and Cooper's Hawk are most visible during the spring and fall migration periods.
Common mammals species include Muskrat in the marshes, Harbour seal in the river, and Coyote on land. Bullfrog choruses are heard in the spring, especially at dusk.
Viewing Highlights - This area provides excellent viewing opportunities throughout the year. Waterbirds and shorebirds frequent the area, and many waterfowl species utilize the marshes for breeding, for wintering and during migration.
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