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Participate in BC Bird Atlas

Written by Sysadmin Sysadmin on 21 February 2019. Posted in Public

Last Chance for Breeding, Breeding evidence that is

An appeal to SHM live-aboard and recreational members alike

Prepared by Rhonda L. Millikin on “Tingari”, 16 June, 2012

My appeal involves voyeurism rather than participatory breeding

So why would you participate?

I’m appealing to you to document the breeding evidence that you witness … for science. And that’s limited to breeding by birds I’m afraid. But it’s for science so that should make it fun; right?

This is the last year for British Columbia’s Breeding Bird Atlas and not many people venture into the remote anchorages that we do as boaters in the Pacific Northwest. Even the not-so-remote anchorages are accessible only by ocean, and therefore, are not surveyed for breeding evidence of birds by people in B.C.

So, because it’s science, you have to be methodical, detailed and exact. You have to know exactly where you are (GPS accuracy of 10m or less) and “who” was involved. If you can’t determine “who”, the more you can say of the species, the better. Take a photo if you can for identification.

I will compile all the observations of breeding evidence by birds in B.C., taken by members of the Spruce Harbour Marina. By providing me the latitude and longitude, I can place your observation in the proper square. All of B.C. is designated to a 10-km square and each square requires a minimum number of hours of survey.

If you would record the following, that would be fantastic:

  1. For as many species as you can, record the highest evidence of their breeding. The order of evidence is: a) displaying territorial behaviour (e.g. singing against another male of the same species, boundary conflict with another male); b) courtship display; c) adult visiting nest (carrying food, nest material, fecal sac); d) agitated behaviour of adult; e) nest building; f) nest with eggs; g) sounds of young begging for food or recently fledged young (pin feathers)
  2. Target species not easily found: wetland birds, raptors, owls, nighthawks, rare species
  3. Survey at different times of the day: morning, dusk and night
  4. Record now until mid August
  5. If you’re really keen, record a few (up to 10) point counts (from one point in space, record all species seen and heard as well as the number of each species, for 5 minutes) in the 10 km map grid

Please don’t hesitate to call me if you have questions, at: 1) day number Monday to Thursday is 604-940-4669; 2) evenings 778-786-9299. I’m away 18 June to 1 July but can get email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Rhonda

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Our Location

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Address

1015 Ironwork Passage
Vancouver, BC, V6H 3R4
Tel: (604) 733-3512
Fax: (604) 733-3516

Directions

We are located on the south side of False Creek, east of Granville Island. From Lamey's Mill, drive through Sitka Square, turn right in alleyway, then curve left all the way to the waterfront where the temporary loading zone parking is located.

Parking

Loading zone parking is restricted to 20 minutes and marina tags should be visible on all vehicles. Members and Recreational boaters have access to underground and secure parking located near the False Creek Elementary School, close to Lamey's Mill and Charleson. Visitors can either park in Sitka Square or there is pay parking at the intersection of Lamey's Mill and Charleson.

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Board of Directors

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Marina Elliott

Marina Elliott
President

In her second term, Marina leads the board and is responsible for managing the affairs of the marina.

  

Marilyn Sanford

Vice President

In her first term, Marilyn holds  Vice President duties and is responsible for HR.

 

Sean Boag

Sean Boag
Director Recreational

co-Director Maintenance

In his second term, Sean looks after the recreational portfolio and also shares duties of the Maintenance portfolio with Dionne.

  

Dionne Tremblay

Dionne Tremblay
co-Director Maintenance

In her second term, Dionne shares duties of the Maintenance portfolio with Sean.

 

Nancy Frosst

Nancy Frosst
Director Finance

In her first term, Nancy is responsible for the financial tracking, budgeting and reporting activities of the marina.

  

Rhian Atkins

Rhian Atkins
Director Membership

In her first term, Rhian looks after the Membership portfolio.

Branko Peric

Branco Peric
Director at large
    
     

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Staff

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office admin
Administrator

Our office administrator manages the day to day office activities, including handling all kinds of questions, keeping all kinds of records and handling all kinds of mail. All with a smile.

  

Mike Reinhart

Mike_Reinhart
Marina Maintenance

Mike looks after the well being of all the marina infrastructure. No job seems too big or too small for Mike! When submitting your next maintenance report, rest  assured it will be dealt with.

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Liveaboard Members Section

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