Non Governmental Organization: Pitt Polder Preservation Society PPPS
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Mission
To conserve, protect and promote the agricultural, environmental, rural and passive recreational activities of the Polder areas of Pitt Meadows and Maple Ridge.
Purpose
To conserve, protect & promote agricultural, environmental, rural & passive recreational activities in Pitt Polder area (NE Pitt Meadows & Maple Ridge). To create ecologically sustainable & profitable economic relationships based on farming & eco-tourism.
Who are we?
The Pitt Polder Preservation Society is a group of concerned citizens of many diverse backgrounds, who are committed to the preservation and protection of the Pitt Polder (Pitt Meadows and Maple Ridge).
Why Preserve the Polder?
- The Polder is a unique ecological area--a mix of marsh, bog, inter-tidal mudflats, upland forest and farmland. It is a major nesting and resting area for birds on the Pacific Flyway migration route
- It provides protection for many rare and endangered birds like the Greater sandhill crane and Tundra swan.
- To preserve farmland.
- To provide opportunities for people to experience nature.
Value of Wetlands
Wetlands stabilize and prevent erosion, filter harmful toxic substances and moderate the impact of storm water run-off, preventing flooding. Wetlands store carbon from auto and industry fuel emissions. The carbon is stored as long as the land is undisturbed. By disrupting these areas, methane and carbon are released into the air, contributing to global warming. The wetlands and the surrounding dykes provide recreation for birders, hikers, cyclists, dog-walkers, canoeists, photographers, horseback riders. Wetlands are places of natural beauty.
The Pitt Polder-Maple Ridge Wetlands are an ecological treasure. These lands are home to a diversity of unique plants, rare birds, reptiles, amphibians and fish. They provide a breeding ground for salmon and, later, a nursery for their offspring. Approximately one half of the Lower Mainland population of Greater sandhill cranes reside in our local wetlands. Sandhill cranes are on the Federal Endangered List as "vulnerable and sensitive".
To conserve, protect and promote the agricultural, environmental, rural and passive recreational activities of the Polder areas of Pitt Meadows and Maple Ridge.
Purpose
To conserve, protect & promote agricultural, environmental, rural & passive recreational activities in Pitt Polder area (NE Pitt Meadows & Maple Ridge). To create ecologically sustainable & profitable economic relationships based on farming & eco-tourism.
Who are we?
The Pitt Polder Preservation Society is a group of concerned citizens of many diverse backgrounds, who are committed to the preservation and protection of the Pitt Polder (Pitt Meadows and Maple Ridge).
Why Preserve the Polder?
- The Polder is a unique ecological area--a mix of marsh, bog, inter-tidal mudflats, upland forest and farmland. It is a major nesting and resting area for birds on the Pacific Flyway migration route
- It provides protection for many rare and endangered birds like the Greater sandhill crane and Tundra swan.
- To preserve farmland.
- To provide opportunities for people to experience nature.
Value of Wetlands
Wetlands stabilize and prevent erosion, filter harmful toxic substances and moderate the impact of storm water run-off, preventing flooding. Wetlands store carbon from auto and industry fuel emissions. The carbon is stored as long as the land is undisturbed. By disrupting these areas, methane and carbon are released into the air, contributing to global warming. The wetlands and the surrounding dykes provide recreation for birders, hikers, cyclists, dog-walkers, canoeists, photographers, horseback riders. Wetlands are places of natural beauty.
The Pitt Polder-Maple Ridge Wetlands are an ecological treasure. These lands are home to a diversity of unique plants, rare birds, reptiles, amphibians and fish. They provide a breeding ground for salmon and, later, a nursery for their offspring. Approximately one half of the Lower Mainland population of Greater sandhill cranes reside in our local wetlands. Sandhill cranes are on the Federal Endangered List as "vulnerable and sensitive".
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