A Blue heron sits in it's nest and views the wetland.
Vancouver Wetlands, Phase 2
WWRP Applicant:
Dept of Fish & Wildlife
RCO Project Number:
93-827
County:
Clark
Legislative District:
49th
WWRP Category:
Urban Wildlife Habitat
WWRP Grant:
$2,057,739
Applicant Match:
$63,697
Project Type:
Acquisition
Acres Protected:
985
Date Funded:
1991
Description:
Acquisition of approximately 985 acres of wetland areas to eliminate the threat of development and provide protection for numerous species of waterfowl and other wildlife. This area is a major wintering ground for dusky and cackler Canada geese. The site also supports sandhill cranes, bald eagles, marsh and red-tailed hawks, short-eared owls and great blue herons.
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Vancouver Wetlands, Phase 2
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Acquisition of approximately 985 acres of wetland areas to eliminate the threat of development and provide protection for numerous species of waterfowl and other wildlife. This area is a major wintering ground for dusky and cackler Canada geese. The site also supports sandhill cranes, bald eagles, marsh and red-tailed hawks, short-eared owls and great blue herons.
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WHAT IS THE WWRP?
The Washington Wildlife and Recreation Program (WWRP) is a state grant program that creates and conserves local and state parks, wildlife habitat and working farms. The Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office administers WWRP grants, and the legislature funds the program.
