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MDBA Field Trip — A Poorwill Quest!
MDBA Field Trip — A Poorwill Quest!
Hike up a fire road on the east face of North Peak in Mount Diablo State Park to see Common Poorwills as they forage for moths along the fire roads through the chaparral. They will be detected by their eyeshine from our lights. This is a nocturnal hike. It is Trail Category 3 because, although […]
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MDBA Field Trip — Contra Loma Regional Park
MDBA Field Trip — Contra Loma Regional Park
We will be birding the reservoir, Loma Island and surrounding grassland areas. Expected species include waterfowl, woodland, riparian/marsh, shore and grassland birds. Dress appropriately, bring lunch and drinks. This is a good trip for beginners! Trail Rating: 1 - Easy Elevation change: N/A Leader: Mona Lange Meet: Contra Loma Regional Park--Channel Point Parking Lot Directions: […]
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MDBA Field Trip — Mt. View Sanitary and McNabney Marsh
MDBA Field Trip — Mt. View Sanitary and McNabney Marsh
We'll begin by scanning McNabney Marsh from the viewing platform, then head over to Moorhen Marsh at Mt. View Sanitary District---one of the first water treatment facilities in the US to be developed as bird habitat. We expect to see a variety of waterbirds at these locations, from grebes and ducks to waders and peeps. […]
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MDBA Field Trip — Valle Vista
MDBA Field Trip — Valle Vista
A walk through various habitats at the EBMUD property usually allows to see at least 40-50 species. Bring your EBMUD trail pass, if you have one. This property is at the upstream end of the Upper San Leandro Reservoir. If it has been raining, the first part could be a bit muddy but most of […]
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Introducing the Birds of Heather Farm
Introducing the Birds of Heather Farm
This event, which I'll try to hold monthly, is a casual bird walk meant to be especially beginner friendly. These walks will be promoted beyond MDBA, at Walnut Creek City Parks and Wild Birds Unlimited. Signups are limited to 10 to ensure beginners can receive personal attention. Experienced birders from MDBA don't need to sign […]
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MDBA Field Trip — A Poorwill Quest, Redux!
MDBA Field Trip — A Poorwill Quest, Redux!
Repeating a successful expedition, we'll hike up a fire road on the east face of North Peak in Mount Diablo State Park, to see Common Poorwills as they forage for moths along the fire roads through the chaparral. They will be detected by their eyeshine from our lights. This is a nocturnal hike. It is […]
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