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Wildlife Connectivity

This multi-year project is using the power of collaboration to create a better approach to land use planning and help conserve biodiversity. Read More ...

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How to Donate

Be inspired to support our work to conserve and enhance the wonders of our natural world. Read More ...

Permalink to: Squamish Purple Martin Nest Boxes

Squamish Purple Martin Nest Boxes

Purple Martin nest boxes in the Squamish estuary support the recovery of this blue-listed species. Volunteers can help build and install nest boxes, report Purple Martin sightings, and review camera footage. Read More ...

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EagleWatch

EagleWatch was established in 1995 as part of the Nature Conservancy of Canada’s Eagles of Brackendale project to help preserve the wintering bald eagles and Read More ...

Permalink to: Squamish Birders

Squamish Birders

The Squamish Birders organize monthly estuary bird counts, the annual Christmas Bird Count (CBC), and other birding activities. Everyone welcome! Read More ...

Permalink to: Western Toad Monitoring Project

Western Toad Monitoring Project

This collaborative project with BC Parks monitors Western Toad breeding and migration at Fawn and Edith Lakes. Volunteers can help with detailed surveys or report incidental toad sightings while hiking our local trails. Read More ...

Permalink to: Pollinator Garden

Pollinator Garden

In the northeast corner of the community garden at Highway 99 and Mamquam Rd. you’ll find a quiet spot worth visiting from spring through fall. Read More ...

Permalink to: Bird Friendly Squamish

Bird Friendly Squamish

Birds, like most wildlife, are battling many threats to their survival each and every day. Due to threats like cities full of glass, habitat loss, Read More ...

Results for the 39th Brackendale Winter Eagle Count: January 5, 2025

Posted onJanuary 5, 2025January 5, 2025Authorswallow

This year’s count was 1288 eagles, the highest count we’ve had since 2007. Read More …

Online Raffle to Benefit SES Birding Programs

Posted onDecember 20, 2024December 24, 2024Authorswallow

Here’s your chance to win 1 of 20 bird paintings by Sea-to-Sky artists in support of bird conservation. Read More …

2024 Christmas Bird Count Results

Posted onDecember 19, 2024December 22, 2024Authorestuary

The Christmas Bird Count Results are in! Check out the full e-bird trip report, highlights and misses of the day. Read More …

Buy less, give more this holiday season

Posted onDecember 18, 2024December 21, 2024Authorswallow

The frenzy of Black Friday and Cyber Monday have come and gone and Christmas is just around the corner. This holiday why not consider alternatives to buying new? Read More …

Remembering Chris Dale

Posted onDecember 7, 2024December 7, 2024Authorestuary

On September 10th, our community lost an extraordinary mentor, friend, and inspiration. Chris Dale was more than just a remarkable birder; he was a kind, Read More …