THE TRUE URBAN WILDLIFE

For local residents and visitors to the region, it is common to view the large grassland slopes surrounding Vernon and intruding into some of the local parks, and to identify that as the unique local habitat. Less well noticed and appreciated as habitat are the urban riparian zones, and perhaps totally forgotten are the true urban wildlife areas of backyards, vacant lots, boulevard trees, flower beds, building basements and attics, and cracks in the sidewalks. Vernon is blessed to enjoy the full spectrum with easy viewing from anywhere in town, and easy access only a few blocks’ walk in any direction.