THE FRIENDS
The Friends of the Sanctuary is an incorporated, nonprofit. charitable organization. This group of dedicated individuals support the development of resource management, recreational, educational and interpretive programs. The Friends Association runs a variety of programs and events during the off season (late fall, winter, early spring) which allows the Sanctuary to operate year round.
Although The Friends of the Sanctuary and the Crown have a cooperating agreement, it is important to state that an evident and distinct separation is always maintained between the two. The Friends of the Sanctuary is a separate and distinct association on to itself. Association members are diverse in their experiences, education, employment, and interests. Members of the Friends volunteer their time, labour, and abilities to organize and help support resource management and the development of educational, recreational, and interpretive programs at the Sanctuary.
Changing government funding has made it necessary for a greater amount of public participation in special places like the Sanctuary. As the times have begun to change, our association's participation has increased to help more and more with plans and purchases for events and enhancements in the Sanctuary. Recently, The Friends have become aware that help is needed to maintain the place, organize and promote activities, and keep the Sanctuary attractive to the visiting public. It is through activities at the Sanctuary that we hope the visiting public will become more informed and supportive of environmental and nature related issues and more skilled in the proper use of nature areas, such as the Sanctuary.
SUPPORT THE SANCTUARY
You too can be a "Friend of the Sanctuary". By becoming a Friend of the Sanctuary, you can help build public education, participate with special events, and help with trail maintenance and wildlife management programs. The choices of how you can best contribute is up to you. To have a membership form mailed to you contact:
membership@friendsofthesanctuary.org
Membership Fees:
Seniors (65 & over) $ 5.00
Family $ 15.00
Youth (18 & under) $ 5.00
Donor $ 50.00
Individuals $ 10.00
Corporate $ 100.00
Donate
Any funds that the Friends raise assist with the Upper Canada Migratory Bird Sanctuary’s continuing wildlife appreciation, conservation and public education programming. We provide information, and encourage visitors to experience our wilderness areas in person. Any donations that the Friends receive can be recorded with a tax receipt for tax purposes, if so desired. Every bit helps and is appreciated by all.
Volunteer
There is a huge need for people to staff the information desk on weekends and sporadic weekdays, to be on call for special events, or to give just a few hours a year by staffing a booth at community events such as some of the local fairs, trade shows, etc.
Membership
If you would like to become a member, make a donation to the Friends of the Sanctuary, or receive more information, please contact membership@friendsofthesanctuary.org
Friends Meetings
Held the second Wednesday of every month at 7:00 p.m. in the Visitor Centre. Come be a part of it all. Everyone is welcome.
The Store
The Friends operate a small nature & gift shop/store which is located in the Visitor Center. The proceeds from sales at our Visitor Center Store help provide exhibits for visitors to the Park. Come browse or sit by the fire with a hot cup of coffee or cocoa and see some very interesting nature displays located inside the Center.
The store is open on weekends only from early January through to the end of March from 12:00 pm-4:00 pm. Washrooms are located inside the Visitor Centre. Although small in size, the store offers a wide variety of nature-themed items including warm sweatshirts, t-shirts, caps, vests, nature books, a CD, and children's items etc. Modest refreshments are also available for purchase.
Changing government funding has made it necessary for a greater amount of public participation in special places like the Sanctuary. As the times have begun to change, our association's participation has increased to help more and more with plans and purchases for events and enhancements in the Sanctuary. Recently, The Friends have become aware that help is needed to maintain the place, organize and promote activities, and keep the Sanctuary attractive to the visiting public. It is through activities at the Sanctuary that we hope the visiting public will become more informed and supportive of environmental and nature related issues and more skilled in the proper use of nature areas, such as the Sanctuary.
SUPPORT THE SANCTUARY
You too can be a "Friend of the Sanctuary". By becoming a Friend of the Sanctuary, you can help build public education, participate with special events, and help with trail maintenance and wildlife management programs. The choices of how you can best contribute is up to you. To have a membership form mailed to you contact:
membership@friendsofthesanctuary.org
Membership Fees:
Seniors (65 & over) $ 5.00
Family $ 15.00
Youth (18 & under) $ 5.00
Donor $ 50.00
Individuals $ 10.00
Corporate $ 100.00
Donate
Any funds that the Friends raise assist with the Upper Canada Migratory Bird Sanctuary’s continuing wildlife appreciation, conservation and public education programming. We provide information, and encourage visitors to experience our wilderness areas in person. Any donations that the Friends receive can be recorded with a tax receipt for tax purposes, if so desired. Every bit helps and is appreciated by all.
Volunteer
There is a huge need for people to staff the information desk on weekends and sporadic weekdays, to be on call for special events, or to give just a few hours a year by staffing a booth at community events such as some of the local fairs, trade shows, etc.
Membership
If you would like to become a member, make a donation to the Friends of the Sanctuary, or receive more information, please contact membership@friendsofthesanctuary.org
Friends Meetings
Held the second Wednesday of every month at 7:00 p.m. in the Visitor Centre. Come be a part of it all. Everyone is welcome.
The Store
The Friends operate a small nature & gift shop/store which is located in the Visitor Center. The proceeds from sales at our Visitor Center Store help provide exhibits for visitors to the Park. Come browse or sit by the fire with a hot cup of coffee or cocoa and see some very interesting nature displays located inside the Center.
The store is open on weekends only from early January through to the end of March from 12:00 pm-4:00 pm. Washrooms are located inside the Visitor Centre. Although small in size, the store offers a wide variety of nature-themed items including warm sweatshirts, t-shirts, caps, vests, nature books, a CD, and children's items etc. Modest refreshments are also available for purchase.
