Polletts Cove - Aspy Fault Wilderness Area

Overview

Beach and coastal islands in Aspy Bay and small patch of mature tolerant hardwood forest on North Aspy River

Ecological Values

Habitat for nationally and provincially endangered Piping Plover

Nesting areas for Great Blue Heron, Arctic Tern and other seabirds

Staging area for migrating shore birds

Salt marsh in northern section of north harbour beach

Portion of old growth hardwood floodplain

Outdoor Recreation Values

Canoeing/kayaking, bird watching, scenic and nature viewing, beach combing, hunting and fishing

Forestry Values

Limited to mature sugar maple and yellow birch stand on North Aspy River

Other Resource Values

Medium mineral potential

Low petroleum potential

Low to medium wind potential

Conditions

Exclusions and Vehicle Access

Additional Comments

Gear storage area on Sheep Island excluded