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Pond Trail:
A very popular community
walking trail exploring the aspen and willow tree forest surrounding
a wetland pond visited by many birds. The loop trail follows a
hard-packed earthy trail that is level and suitable for all ages
including people in wheelchairs, babies in strollers, people with
dogs (on leash) and kids on bikes.
The highlight of the route are the viewing benches,
the aspen forest and a viewing platform situated along the trail
for all to use. During the summer and early fall months the wetlands
are visited by many ducks. An occurrence that attracts birdwatchers
and families to the wetlands area to walk, talk and hang out with
the birds.
Wetlands are crucial to the future of British Columbia's
wildlife and environment. How important? Well 1/4 of all birds,
1/3 of all mammals and reptiles... and 1/2 of all amphibians depend
on wetlands to survive. The plants surviving in a wetland environment
filter the water removing chemicals and nutrients. A larger wetland
environment can affect the local climate making it warmer when
it is cold out and cooler when it is warm out.
The Duck Pond Walking Trail was first conceived
by nature claiming back some ground from what was once a moist
hole left behind for nothing. As years went by the water slowly
filled the hole creating a wetlands environment. Soon later, the
plants revived themselves and the wildlife returned to the area.
In 1998 the Duck Pond Walking Trail was established and in 2001
a viewing platform was constructed.
The trail is a haven for birds. Some of the birds
seen visiting the pond during the summer include the Common Goldeneye,
American Coot, Wood Duck, Mallard Duck and Blue Winged Teal. It
is important to try not to disturb the ducks during nesting. It
is best to interact when the ducks make the first move.
Contact information for
the local Houston, BC accommodations, tours, guides, golf
courses, attractions, eco activities, artists, transportation
companies, realtors, etc. are posted under the links listed
to your right. =) |
How
to get to the
Duck Pond:
The Duck Pond Walking Trail has 3 trailhead entrances. The west
entrance is off of Nadina Way where there is a small 2 car parking
area and side street parking. There are two north entrances. One
is located in Hagman Park (parking lot) and the other is located
on Hagman Crescent (side street parking).
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Duck
Pond 
Houston