We went here last summer after it had reopened after the flood. They did such a great job of mitigation you can't even tell any damage had occurred. I don't own binoculars or know anything about birds so I really just went there to take a stroll in nature. It was lovely and peaceful. Lots of professional bird watchers in full gear probably annoyed at my talking voice. It is a unique place in the heart of calgary! Check it out if you haven't!