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SUMMARY:MDBA Field Trip -- North Briones
DESCRIPTION:This walk begins in oak woodlands with lots of spring wildflowers and birds. We then continue up through grasslands\, ending at Sindicich Lagoons. We return the way we came\, hiking about 3 miles round trip over fire roads and hilly trails. Bring liquids & a snack if you like. \nTrail Rating: Category 3 – uphill climb.\nElevation change: 300+ feet.\nLeader: Cheryl Abel\, 925-957-6229\nMeet: Parking area at the north entrance of Briones Regional Park.\nDirections: Take Briones Road south off Alhambra Valley Road and drive up this narrow\, winding road. Park at the end. \nThe field trip is limited to 15 participants. Participants must acknowledge the MDBA Liability Waiver. Register HERE:\nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/birding-north-briones-tickets-1983165537508 \n(Photo of Red-tailed Hawk by Isaac Aronow)
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/mdba-field-trip-north-briones-apr-2026/
LOCATION:Briones Regional Park (North)\, XV37+VX\, Martinez\, CA\, 94553\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Field Trips
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SUMMARY:MDBA Field Trip -- Mitchell Canyon
DESCRIPTION:We will walk into Mitchell Canyon on the lower slopes of Mount Diablo State Park. Many spring birds are possible here: warblers\, hummingbirds\, flycatchers\, gnatcatchers and more. Spring flowers will be blooming. \nTrail Rating: Category 3. 3+ miles on a potentially hot\, dusty trail.\nElevation change: up to 400 feet\nLeader: Sandy Ritchie\, (925) 381-2514\nMeet: Mitchell Canyon parking lot\, Clayton.\nDirections: From Ygnacio Valley Road in Concord\, turn south on Clayton Road. Turn right onto Mitchell Canyon Road and drive past the quarry to the end. \nUnless you have a State Parks pass a $6 parking fee is required—bring exact bills. \nThis field trip is limited to 15 participants. Register HERE:\nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/birding-mitchell-canyon-tickets-1983196665613 \n(Wilson’s Warbler photo by Jerry Britten)
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/mdba-field-trip-mitchell-canyon-apr-2026/
LOCATION:Mitchell Canyon\, 96 Mitchell Canyon Road\, Clayton\, CA\, 94517\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260417T080000
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SUMMARY:MDBA Field Trip -- Black Diamond Mines
DESCRIPTION:This trip includes a vigorous climb up a steep trail\, with an elevation gain of several hundred feet. Why make the climb? 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!\nThere is no guarantee of finding the elusive wrens\, but we will certainly see many other birds. California Thrasher\, Rufous-crowned Sparrow and Phainopepla are often seen here. At the worst\, we will share an adventure in a beautiful and historically interesting location. Be sure to bring enough water\, and lunch or a snack. \nRating: Category 3\, steep rocky trail\, potentially hot.\nElevation change: 600 feet\nLeader: Matt Tarlach\, MDBAFieldtrips@gmail.com\nMeet: Black Diamond Mines parking lot at the south end of Somersville Road.\nDirections: 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 the road’s end. \nThis trip is limited to 12 participants. Register HERE:\nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/birding-hike-at-black-diamond-mines-tickets-1983196862201 \n(Photo of Canyon Wren by Vicky Atkinson)
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/mdba-field-trip-black-diamond-mines-apr-2026/
LOCATION:Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve\, X45P+PP\, Antioch\, CA\, 94565\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260421T090000
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SUMMARY:MDBA Field Trip -- Del Puerto Canyon
DESCRIPTION:We’ll drive along Del Puerto Canyon\, on the east side of the Diablo Range\, looking for Canyon Wren\, Costa’ s Hummingbird\, Greater Roadrunner\, and other special birds. It can get very warm! Bring lunch and plenty of liquids\, as this trip takes us further from conveniences that most of our outings. \nTrail Rating: 1 – This is mostly a car trip\, with several easy walks.\nLeader: Steve Buffi (925) 200-4555 \nCarpools should plan to leave at 7:30 AM from Sycamore Valley Road Park and Ride. OR\, meet on Del Puerto Canyon Road west of I-5 at 9 AM at the Patterson Exit (Diablo Grande Parkway and Sperry Road) off I-5 (56 miles from Sycamore Valley Road). Take I-580 east to I-5 south.\nWe’re usually home for dinner. \nThere is no capacity limit on this trip. Carpooling is strongly recommended. We usually meet at Sycamore Valley Road. \nRegister HERE:\nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/birding-del-puerto-canyon-tickets-1983169624733 \n(Western Kingbird photo by Isaac Aronow)
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/mdba-field-trip-del-puerto-canyon-apr-2026/
LOCATION:Del Puerto Canyon Rd & Diablo Grande Pkwy\, Del Puerto Canyon Rd\, Patterson\, CA\, 95363\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260423T090000
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SUMMARY:MDBA Field Trip -- Lagoon Valley & Pena Adobe
DESCRIPTION:We will first bird at Pena Adobe Park\, located off I-80 just west of Vacaville. Pena Adobe is a historic park with well established trees\, including an orange tree planted as early as the1860s. Birds we’ve seen here include Brown Creeper\, Hermit Thrush and Black-headed Grosbeak. \nAfter exploring Pena Adobe we will drive to Lagoon Valley Park. There is a $5 parking fee here\, and note the kiosk only takes either exact cash—no change given!—or debit/credit card. Birds seen at Lagoon Valley have included Western Bluebird\, Cliff Swallow\, Bullock’s Oriole and Western Kingbird. If the lake level is low\, there is a good chance for Wilson’s Snipe and Greater Yellow-legs. Bufflehead and American Wigeon are often among the waterbirds on the lake. \nTrail Rating: 1 – Easy. Mostly level paths.\nLeader: Mona Lange\, 510-414-2959\nMeet: Pena Adobe Park\, off I-80 between Fairfeld and Vacaville.\nDirections: Take 680 to 80 East towards Sacramento. Take Exit 51B\, Pena Adobe Road.\nDO NOT take the Lagoon Valley Road exit. After the stop sign\, proceed straight veering to the LEFT onto Pena Adobe Road. Meet at the restroom building. Address is 4699 Pena Adobe Road\, Vacaville\, CA. \nThis field trip is limited to 12 participants. Participants must acknowledge the MDBA Liability Waiver (available during registration). Register HERE:\nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/birding-lagoon-valley-tickets-1985234526911 \n(Photo of Brown Creeper by Mona Lange)
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/mdba-field-trip-lagoon-valley-pena-adobe-apr-2026/
LOCATION:Peña Adobe Regional Park\, 4699 Peña Adobe Rd.\, Vacaville\, CA\, 95687
CATEGORIES:Birding,Field Trips
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