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Swan Haven Interpretation Centre
M'Clintock Bay on Marsh Lake hosts a spring spectacle of returning swans and other water birds not to be missed. Featuring the first open water in the region, the bay has many attractions for early migrants. Shallow water and access to food, good visibility and little disturbance adds to the benefits this bay offers waterbirds, making it a critical stopover on the long migration to northern nesting grounds.
Swan Haven Interpretation Centre History
In April 1994, Swan Haven Interpretation Centre opened on the shores of M'Clintock Bay. Swan Haven now offers visitors an interpretive centre, interpretive panels indoors and out, daily swan counts, activities and more.
In 1995 the Celebration of Swans truly got underway with a weekend of special events, storytelling, children's activities and a concert. 
In 1996 the Celebration of Swans expanded to include two weekends and the entire third week of April. This timeframe, which continues today, matches the peak visitation of swans and other water birds.
Late March, April and early May are the best times to visit Swan Haven Interpretation Centre. Trumpeter and Tundra swans, wigeons, Canada Geese, Northern Pintails, shorebirds, eagles and other predators abound in this small bay, easily seen from the observation decks.
Join a viewing walk with interpreters and find out how the migration is unfolding, or relax on a viewing deck. Inside you'll find interpretive displays and information about the birds found here in the spring.
Additional Resources
Contact Wildlife Viewing Environment Yukon Government of Yukon Box 2703 (V-5A) Phone: 867-667-8291
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