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Have your say on new Coquitlam park

Public consultation begins in June for management plan for Widgeon Marsh
Widgeon marsh
Beautiful wetlands are park of Widgeon Marsh, which is a 626-hectare parcel that will be become a new regional park. Public consultation will begin in June on a park management plan for the sensitive area that includes marsh, bogs, ponds, forests and rocky outcrops but there are parcels already developed that could be for public use and a trail network.

A new regional park with pristine views of Pitt Lake, quiet trails and rare wildlife is about to be added to the Tri-Cities and residents, park enthusiasts and naturalists are encouraged to have their say in its future.

Consultation is about to begin on a park management plan for Widgeon Marsh to ensure the continued protection of sensitive wetlands and ecosystems while also identifying opportunities for visitors to connect with nature.

In the month of June, Metro Vancouver will be conducting the public engagement, offering site tours and an open house, as well as opportunities to fill out an online questionnaire.

The site tours are free but require registration at 604-432-6359 or online www.metrovancouver.org search 'Widgeon Marsh'. They take place Saturday, June 3 at 10 a.m., 12:30 p.m. and 2-4:30 p.m. and Thursday, June 8 from 1-4:30 p.m.

There will also be an open house on Thursday, June 15 at Victoria Community Hall, 3435 Victoria Dr., Coquitlam, drop in from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Information and an online questionnaire are also available at www.metrovancouver.org ('Widgeon Marsh') or contact widgeonplanning@metrovancouver.org or 604-520-6442.