Stewardship is "the careful and responsible management of something entrusted in one's care".
The town of Indian Bay signed a Municipal Habitat Stewardship Agreement in 2016. The agreement represents a formal public committment by the Town and the province to act together to conserve wetlands for waterfowl. It empowers a community to set aside important wetlands for long-term conservation within designated areas for the benefit of present and future generations.
Wetlands are conserved within the Indian Bay Brook Management Unit. These areas are of critical importance to waterfowl, generally providing prime habitat for nesting and brood rearing. It seems certain that without these areas a great number of bird populations, including waterfowl, songbirds, and other wildlife in the community would suffer.
The conservation of wetlands depends on the stewardship ethic of residents and visitors like yourself!
Why Conserve Wetlands?
1. Wetlands are among the most productive habitats in the world.
2. Wetlands hold water and help to prevent flooding.
3. Wetlands filter and purify water.
4. Wetlands provide a natural outdoor classroom.
5. Wetlands contain 35% of all rare, threatened and endangered species.
6. Wetlands can be used for recreational purposes (e.g. boating, fishing, hunting, and birdwatching).