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SUMMARY:MDAS Field Trip — Sacramento & Colusa National Wildlife Refuges
DESCRIPTION:Sacramento & Colusa National Wildlife Refuges\nSaturday\, December 3\, 8:15 AM-5 PM \nSacramento and Colusa National Wildlife Refuges are premier locations to see massive flocks of Snow and White-fronted Geese and tons of other waterfowl\, raptors and other birds. They are must-see annual winter destinations. We will drive the auto tour routes and stop at the viewing platforms at both of these refuges\, and visit a couple of other nearby locations. \nRating: Category 1-Easy\nDistance: Little walking\, but plenty of driving\, 250-300 miles.\nElevation change: N/A\nLeader: Jerry Britten\, 925-321-5332\nMeet: North Dunnigan rest area on I-5 at 8:15 AM\nDirections: Go north on I-680\, cross the Benica Bridge (toll)\, merge onto I-80 East at Cordelia. At Vacaville\, merge onto I-505 North\, follow for 34 miles and merge onto I-5 North just south of Dunnigan. Continue past the town to the rest stop. This is an all day trip and we will not be home until after dark. \nThis trip is limited to 15 participants. Registration at this link\, beginning two weeks before and closing two nights before the trip:\nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/sacramentocolusa-national-wildlife-refuges-tickets-440165204977 \nPhoto: Peregrine Falcon at Sacramento NWR by Jerry Britten.
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/mdas-field-trip-sacramento-colusa-national-wildlife-refuges-dec-2022/
LOCATION:Sacramento/Colusa National Wildlife Refuges\, Dunnigan Northbound Rest Area I-5 North of Dunnigan\, Dunnigan\, 95695\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Field Trips
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jerry Britten":MAILTO:president@mtdiabloaudubon.org
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SUMMARY:MDAS Field Trip — The Sandhill Cranes of Staten Island\, plus Cosumnes Preserve
DESCRIPTION:NEW TRIP! \nThe Sandhill Cranes of Staten Island\, plus Cosumnes Preserve\nTuesday\, December 6th\, 9 AM-1 PM \nStaten Island is an excellent area to see Sandhill Cranes\, and Cosumnes Preserve provides habitat for more than 200 species of birds. We will meet and coordinate cars at the Walnut Grove Elementary School. From there\, our trip will begin with a drive along Staten Island Road\, primarily to view the migrating Sandhill Cranes. Next we will drive to the Cosumnes Wildlife Preserve for a walk along the several trails throughout the Preserve. Some things you may need for our outing: binoculars\, drinking water\, sun block\, insect repellent\, warm jacket\, and appropriate footwear. Also\, bring lunch and drinks. \nHike Rating: Category 1-Easy\nElevation change: N/A\nLeader: Randy Huey\,  925-518-8439\nMeet: Walnut Grove Elementary School\, 14181 Grove St\, Walnut Grove\, CA 95690\nhttps://maps.app.goo.gl/5TGTQoAfja2ubauU9 \nDirections: From Central Contra Costa County\, take I-680 N toward Sacramento.  Keep right at the fork to continue on CA-242 N\, follow signs for Concord/Pittsburg/State Route 242. Use the left 3 lanes to take the CA-4 E exit toward Stockton/Pittsburg. Take exit 30 for CA-160 toward Sacramento/Rio Vista. Continue straight onto Isleton Rd. Turn left to stay on Isleton Rd. Turn left onto River Rd. Turn right onto Depot Ln. Turn left onto Grove St. Turn right onto N South St. Arrive at Walnut Grove Elementary. \nThis trip is limited to 20 participants. Registration is required: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-sandhill-cranes-of-staten-island-plus-cosumnes-preserve-tickets-467255542907 \nPhoto: Sandhill Cranes at Staten Island by Paul Schorr.
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/mdas-field-trip-sandhill-cranes-staten-island-dec-2022/
LOCATION:Walnut Grove Elementary School\, 14181 Grove Street\, Walnut Grove\, CA\, 95690\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221208T080000
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SUMMARY:MDAS Field Trip — American Canyon Wetlands
DESCRIPTION:American Canyon Wetlands\nThursday\, December 8\, 8AM-Noon \nA walk out to the wetlands\, ponds and sloughs along the Napa River produces many exciting birding opportunities. We expect plenty of waterfowl\, raptors\, waders\, shorebirds and passerines. It can be quite cold in this area\, so bring appropriate warm layers. Availability of rest rooms is uncertain. \nRating: Category 2-Moderate\nDistance: We may walk 2-3 miles depending on the route decided.\nElevation change: none\nLeaders: Chris & Teri Wills: 925-408-5364 \nMeet: Meet at parking lot at the end of Eucalyptus Drive at 8 AM. \nDirections: Go north on I-680 to Benicia\, merge left onto I-780 west to Vallejo\, exit to I-80 East\, merge to Hwy 37 west (Exit 33). Exit at CA 29/Sonoma Blvd toward Napa. After 1.5 miles turn left on W American Canyon Road\, at end turn right on Wetlands Edge Road. Turn left on Eucalyptus Drive and into parking lot. \nThis field trip is limited to 20 participants. Registration at this link\, beginning two weeks before and closing two nights before the trip:\nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/american-canyon-wetlands-tickets-440179196827 \nPhoto: Northern Harrier over the Napa River by Isaac Aronow.
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/mdas-field-trip-american-canyon-wetlands-dec-2022/
LOCATION:American Canyon Wetlands Edge Park\, 2 Eucalyptus Drive\, American Canyon\, CA\, 94503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Field Trips
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221214
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221215
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SUMMARY:2022 East Contra Costa Christmas Bird Count
DESCRIPTION:The 23rd Annual East-County count will be held Wednesday\, December 14. Again\, you can participate by being part of a group in the field\, or by doing a count at your property if it is within the East-County Count Circle. If you’d like to participate\, please send an email to mdaseasterncbc@gmail.com. The countdown event for this one is again virtual\, at 7 PM on the count day and is open to all participants.
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/east-contra-costa-christmas-bird-count-2022/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Conservation,Field Trips
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jerry Britten - East CBC":MAILTO:mdaseasterncbc@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221217
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SUMMARY:2022 Central Contra Costa Christmas Bird Count
DESCRIPTION:The 68th Annual Central Contra Costa Christmas Bird Count is scheduled for Saturday\, December 17\, and participants are needed! You can participate by being part of a group in the field\, or by doing a count at your property if it is within the Central-County Count Circle. We have many routes to cover with varied habitats and varying degrees of walking involved\, so there will be something suitable for everyone. If you’d like to help us find the birds on that day\, please send an email to mdascentralcbc@gmail.com. The countdown event\, where we get together to find out how many species were tallied\, will again be held virtually this year at 7 PM on the same day and is open to all participants.
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/central-contra-costa-christmas-bird-count-2022/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Conservation,Field Trips
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jerry Britten - Central CBC":MAILTO:mdascentralcbc@gmail.com
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