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The Estuary Bird Sanctuary
Thursday, June 18th, 2009 by GetawayBC.com
A pocket-sized provincial park on the east shore of the Sooke River is nestled among the Douglas-firs at the river’s mouth. One reaches the spot via Idlemore and Glenidle Roads, and turning onto Billings.
The estuary of the river is a haven for seabirds, with all manner of species to be spotted, and generally including calling seagulls and hordes of ducks. The Great Blue Heron is frequently found wading about for tidbits, and graceful swans may be viewed, sometimes with cygnets paddling alongside their elders. At low tide, a walk along the waterfront may reveal the little airholes of clams.;