This trip includes a vigorous climb up a steep trail with an elevation gain of several hundred feet. Why? Because the location offers the best chance in our MDBA territory to see and hear Canyon Wrens! The trail is rocky, and footing can be tricky. Be advised!

There is no guarantee on finding the wrens either—but we will certainly see many other birds. California Thrasher, Rufous-crowned Sparrow and Phainopepla are often seen here though again, nothing is certain. At the worst we will share an adventure in a beautiful and historically interesting location. Bring water to drink, and lunch.

Trail Rating: Category 3, difficult uphill trail, potentially hot.
Elevation change: 600 feet
Leader: Matt Tarlach,
Meet: Black Diamond Mines parking lot at top of Somersville Road.
Directions: Exit Hwy 4 at Somersville Road in Antioch. Drive south, enter the park gate and drive about 1 mile uphill to the last parking lot at road’s end.

This trip is limited to 12 participants.
Register HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/birding-hike-at-black-diamond-mines-tickets-860407952347