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Sackville, New Brunswick
Sackville is a small town with just over 6,000 residents, located close to the border of Nova Scotia and New Brunswick. This area is Mi’kma’ki- the unceded, ancestral land of the Mi’kmaq. The town centers around Mount Allison University, but has a strong history of agriculture and ship building.
Sackville has a small selection of shops and restaurants. There are two grocery stores and pharmacies, multiple banks, a handful of cafes and restaurants, and a few stores to find gifts, books and local art. The dollar store and thrift store may be particularly helpful if you find that you have forgotten to bring something to the conference.
Sights Around Sackville
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Johnson's Mills Shorebird Reserve and Interpretive Center
The Nature Conservancy Canada operates and protects what is arguably the best place to watch migrating Semipalmated Sandpipers migrating through the Bay of Fundy. In mid-August, flocks often reach 100,000 sandpipers. The conference will include a trip to the center at the peak of the migratory season, which promises to be a memorable experience.
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Bay of Fundy
Sackville is located along the upper Bay of Fundy, which experiences the largest tides in the world. Fundy National Park, Hopewell Rocks, Joggins Fossil Cliffs and the Tantramar Marshes are all within a short drive from Sackville, and are excellent spots to see expansive mudflats, rock formations, and coastal ecosystems. If you’re willing to travel further, there are excellent whale watching and seabird viewing opportunities around Brier Island and Grand Manan Island.
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Sackville Waterfowl Park
Located steps away from Mount Allison’s campus, Waterfowl Park contains more than 5km of trails and boardwalks and is an excellent location for walking, running or birding. Visit the park to look for shorebirds, including Lesser and Greater Yellowlegs, Short-billed Dowitcher, Solitary Sandpiper, Killdeer and more.
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FAQs
How can I get around Sackville?
It is easy to walk around Sackville. Downtown Sackville is a five minute walk from the University, and is where you can find a grocery store, banks, restaurants and various other stores. There are also taxis available in town to help you get around town.
What sort of electrical outlets are used in Canada?
Canada uses 120V. If you come from outside North America, you will need to bring a plug adapter.
What is the best way to see Sackville?
Go for a walk through Waterfowl Park, and don’t forget your binoculars! Well maintained trails pass through this man made wetland, where you are sure to see many warblers, waterfowl and more. Be sure to visit the new water retention ponds by Lorne Street, where you are most likely to see shorebirds.
What else can I do during my spare time?
More information is coming soon