Alameda has several good spots for shorebirds. We’ll meet at Elsie Roemer Bird Sanctuary, then proceed by caravan to additional spots such as Ballena Bay, Crab Cove, and/or Encinal Beach. Exact itinerary to be determined based on conditions.

Hike Rating: Easy. Limited walking over mostly-level paths at each of the planned spots.
Leader: Mona Lange, 510-414-2959, and Matt Tarlach,
Meeting Point: Meet at the observation deck at Elsie Roemer Bird Sanctuary, near the intersection of Broadway and Shoreline in the city of Alameda:
GPS: 37.75308612136384, -122.24791837292823

Parking is on the street. There are public restrooms about 250 yards away, or at the nearby McDonald’s.

This trip is limited to 15 participants. Participants acknowledge the MDBA Liability Waiver (available during registration).

Register HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/alameda-hotspots-tickets-1689284729099

(Photo of Long-billed Curlew by Maren Smith)