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Richmond's Natural Charms by John Geary Ot you enter the city of Richmond, B.C., you're greeted by signs that proclaim it to be "An lsland by Nature." It literally is an island,
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third. And there are plenty cf outdoor attractions and :ctivities for visiting nature overs to enjoy. lf you like bird,.vatching or just enjoying
: nature hike, a couple :f parks in Richmond :'ovide opportunities
'cr both. Located in the s and's heart, Richmond Park provides a
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blueberry bushes, Labrador tea and evergreen forests. Open year-round, the types of birds you see will depend on when you go. Hummingbirds hang out there in the spring, owls in the autumn, thrushes in the winter and several other species, such as towhees,
chickadees, downy woodpeckers and fi nches, yea r- rou nd.
lona Beach Regional Park lies at the extreme northwest end of Richmond, on a spit
jutting out into the Strait of Georgia. With two large ponds in the park,
it boasts several species of waterfowl, including
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