Big Sandy Bay Management Area is a 404-hectare day-use area on Wolfe Island has a coastal ecology that is rare in Ontario. The area has been identified as an environmentally sensitive Area of Natural and Scientific Interest. Provincially and regionally significant birds, provincially rare trees and other rare plant species flourish here. The beach/dune complex is reached via a 1.3 km walking trail through wetlands and woodlands. Visitors can commune with nature, watch birds and enjoy the beautiful secluded sand beach.  

Friends of Big Sandy Bay work collaboratively to interpret, conserve and restore the natural heritage resources at Big Sandy Bay for future generations. Volunteer members of the Friends of Big Sandy Bay maintain this website.  If you have an interest in adding content (articles or photos) please contact us.

The area will be officially open for the season on May 19, 2012

• Beginning on Saturday, May 19, staff will be working weekends and part-time during the week.  The area will be staffed full time beginning June 8.  Details regarding  "Admission Fees" can be obtained by clicking on the tab under  "About Big Sandy Bay" .
        

UPCOMING EVENTS

           7th Annual Mother's Day Walk 

                   Sunday, May 13th, 2012

   Guided by Ecologist, Barrie Gilbert, PhD.

                     10:15 am - 12:00 pm

Leisurely exploration of the diverse habitats & inhabitants along the 1.3 km trail followed by lunch at the Wolfe Island Pizzeria and Pub

The walks will start at the Gatehouse and will take place - come light rain or shine - so dress for the weather!  Remember to pack drinking water. 

Need more information?  Contact Meghan Marshall at 613-583-6346