Columbia National Wildlife Area

Columbia National Wildlife Area
Map showing the location of Columbia National Wildlife Area
Map showing the location of Columbia National Wildlife Area
LocationBritish Columbia, Canada
Coordinates50°54′20″N 116°23′20″W / 50.90556°N 116.38889°W / 50.90556; -116.38889
Area1,007 ha (2,490 acres)
DesignationNational Wildlife Area
Established1978
Governing bodyCanadian Wildlife Service
WebsiteColumbia NWA

Located in the southern part of British Columbia, Columbia National Wildlife Area was established to protect its wetlands and as a temporary home for migratory birds travelling to South America. The National Wildlife Area (NWA) is divided into four unit areas: Wilmer, Spillimacheen, Brisco and Harrogate, which are home to many diverse species of animals and plants which are significant in Canada.[2]

The National Wildlife Area (NWA) permits seasonal activities that involve hiking and canoeing. On spring time around May, a bird festival called The Wings Over the Rockies is a good time to witness the NWA scenery and habitat.[3]

  1. ^ "Columbia National Wildlife Area | Protected Planet". Protected Planet. Retrieved 15 September 2020.
  2. ^ Canada, Environment and Climate Change (25 November 2011). "Columbia National Wildlife Area". www.canada.ca. Retrieved 12 October 2022.
  3. ^ "Wings Over the Rockies Nature Festival | May 2022". Wings Over The Rockies. Retrieved 14 October 2022.