Upper Canada Migratory Bird Sanctuary

03/14/2026

March break activities ❄️

Updated activities March 15-20th!

01/04/2026

12/06/2025

Plans this weekend? Be sure to stop by the Visitor Centre for the Friends of the Sanctuary winter sale! ❄️

12/02/2025

📣 Don’t misss out! Friends of the Sanctuary is hosting a pre-Christmas sale. 🎄❄️

This weekend, the Upper Canada Migratory Bird Sanctuary's Winter ski program will kick off the season early with a Pre-Christmas sale, offering snowshoes for all ages, toques, stocking stuffers and more.

11/30/2025

Stay in the loop this winter! ❄️

Follow Friends of the Sanctuary for updates, special programs, and everything happening across the Sanctuary this winter.

11/09/2025

A fun winter activity happening at the end of the month! ☃️❄️

Come celebrate the season with Friends of the Sanctuary ❄️ 🦌

05/11/2025

A wonderful thank you to the incredible Friends of the Sanctuary! ☀️💕

Thanks to a crew of volunteers for cleaning up Highway 2 and the road into the Sanctuary. Ten bags of trash were removed. Thank you Patty, Doug, Don, Kathleen, Norma, Greta, Tina, Carol and Sam.

04/30/2025

Spring migration is in full swing! Every spring, millions of migratory birds make their return back to Canada and Ontario. 🐦

But here’s a fun fact: they’re not alone on this journey! That’s right - even bats, butterflies and certain insects are part of the great migration. 🦇🐞

Want to see these creatures for yourself? Now’s the perfect time to explore your own backyard - head to the Upper Canada Migratory Bird Sanctuary in Ingleside, Ontario, and wander the trails, boardwalk, and photo-worthy views! 📸

Local birdwatchers and wildlife photographers are already spotting returning species - will you be the next to capture a unique sighting?

🌿 Pro tip: Visit early in the morning when the trails come alive with birds feeding after their overnight flight. Warm, calm mornings after a south wind can bring in big waves of migrating species!

👀 Keep an eye out for: Canada goose, mallard, American black duck, wood duck, blue-winged teal, common merganser, double-crested cormorant, great blue heron, and belted kingfisher.

⚠️ Reminder to respect the conservation efforts in place, including restrictions on fi****ms and hunting, keeping dogs on leash, and leave no garbage behind - every small action helps the wildlife that rely on this habitat.

📣 Share your photos of what species you’ve spotted!

📸: Local Photographer Claire's Captured Moments

04/29/2025

Happy National Volunteer Week! 🎉

Today, we’re sending a huge round of applause to a group that has made an incredible difference at the Upper Canada Migratory Bird Sanctuary - our Friends of the Sanctuary (FOS)!

This passionate, all-volunteer, not-for-profit group is made up of nature lovers, community builders, and conservation champions. From restoring trails to hosting community programs and everything in between, they help keep the Sanctuary a beautiful, welcoming, and inclusive space for all.

Fun fact: Just last year, the FOS marked their 30th anniversary and helped reopen the Blue Heron Trail Boardwalk after over a decade - a true testament to what community spirit can achieve!

To all the amazing FOS members and volunteers - THANK YOU for your passion, your time, and your unwavering dedication. 💚

Learn more ➡ https://www.parks.on.ca/corporate/ongoing-projects/blue-heron-trail-boardwalk-restoration/

03/11/2025

Attention Morrisburg and Cornwall friends - and anyone looking for a great excuse to take a day trip to explore new trails!!

Friends of the Sanctuary have a fun week of free activities lined up for March Break and the Bird Centre will be there on Friday, March 14th!

The Upper Canada Migratory Bird Sanctuary has various trails for exploring on foot, snowshoes, or skis, along with many birds to observe!

Check out their full line up of events this week:
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1A5a75G1PB/

Hope to see you on Friday!

03/10/2025

March Break Fun! 🦉

Join the Friends of the Sanctuary for an exciting week of outdoor adventures!

📅 March 9-14 from 12 p.m. - 4 p.m.
❄️ Daily fun with special activities each day!

📍 Follow Friends of the Sanctuary for full event details!

02/12/2025

Plans for this Saturday? ❄️