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MDAS Field Trip — Thornton Area/Cosumnes Preserve
February 4, 2023 @ 8:45 am - 2:00 pm
FreeBirding Cosumnes Preserve and the Thornton Area
Saturday, February 4, 8:45 AM-2 PM
Tundra Swans, Sandhill Cranes, hawks and grassland birds. Trip will go in light rain. Bring lunch and a beverage. If questions, call the leader.
Hike rating: 1 – Easy.
Elevation change: Minor
Distance: Depending on the route decided.
Co-Leaders: Ethan Chickering, 925-890-3833
Meet: 8:45 AM in Westgate Landing Park at end of Glascock Road.
Directions: Take SR 4 to Antioch Bridge, go north on SR 160 along river to Rio Vista bridge. Turn right on SR 12 for 11.5 miles. East of Terminous, turn right onto the exit to Glasscock Rd. The road will go under the bridge. Turn left onto Glasscock Rd. proper and continue to the park at the end.
This field trip is limited to 20 participants. All trips require registration and participants must acknowledge the MDAS liability waiver, available during registration. Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/birding-in-the-thornton-area-including-cosumnes-preserve-tickets-465961251647