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SUMMARY:MDBA Field Trip -- Walnut Creek Parks
DESCRIPTION:Starting in Heather Farm Park\, we will walk around the large\, mostly natural pond\, birding along the way. We will visit one or two other parks within the city\, to be determined the day of the trip.\nThis is a great trip for beginners! \nRating: Category 2-Moderate\nElevation change: N/A at Heather Farm\, perhaps some climbing later at Borges Ranch.\nLeader: Randi and Herb Long\, hrlong13@sbcglobal.net \nMeet: Wooden railing at the natural pond (not the one surrounded with concrete.) \nDirections: Turn into the park on North San Carlos Drive from Ygnacio Valley Road. This is east of John Muir Hospital – the intersection has a Shell and a Chevron gas station. Drive past the community building to the stop sign and turn left into the parking lot. The wooden railing is straight ahead. \nThis field trip is limited to 10 participants. Sign up HERE:\nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/walnut-creek-city-parks-tickets-797317166107
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/mdas-field-trip-walnut-creek-feb-2024/
LOCATION:Heather Farm Park\, 301 N San Carlos Dr\, Walnut Creek\, CA\, 94598\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Field Trips
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ORGANIZER;CN="Herb and Randi Long":MAILTO:herblong7@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240203T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240203T140000
DTSTAMP:20260502T182808
CREATED:20231216T072618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240423T045239Z
UID:8098-1706949900-1706968800@mtdiablobirds.org
SUMMARY:MDBA Field Trip -- Thornton Area/Cosumnes Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Tundra Swans\, Sandhill Cranes\, hawks and grassland birds. Trip will go on in light rain. Bring lunch and a beverage. If questions\, call the leader. \nHike rating: 1 – Easy.\nElevation change: Minor\nDistance: Depending on the route decided.\nLeader: Ethan Chickering\, 925-890-3833\nMeet: 8:45 AM in Westgate Landing Park at end of Glascock Road.\n\nDirections: 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. \nThis field trip is limited to 16 participants. Sign up HERE:\nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/birding-in-the-thornton-area-including-cosumnes-preserve-tickets-777449772197
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/mdba-field-trip-thornton-cosumnes-feb-2024/
LOCATION:Westgate Landing Regional Park\, 4GF5+HP\, Terminous\, CA\, 95242\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240124T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240124T140000
DTSTAMP:20260502T182808
CREATED:20231216T072252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231216T073254Z
UID:8095-1706086800-1706104800@mtdiablobirds.org
SUMMARY:MDBA Field Trip -- Martinez Waterfront
DESCRIPTION:We will be birding multiple locations for this MDBA Martinez Shoreline field trip\, looking for shorebirds\, waders\, waterfowl\, gulls\, raptors and others. Areas will include Waterbird Preserve (overlooking McNabney Marsh)\, TransMontaigne Pipeline\, Mococo Marsh and Martinez Regional Shoreline. Precise driving directions for each location (with mileage) will be handed out when we gather in the Waterbird Regional Preserve parking lot. Walkie-talkies for each vehicle will also be available.\nDress warmly\, bring a lunch and drinks.\nThis trip is appropriate for birders of all experience levels. Beginners are especially welcome! \nHike Rating: Category 1 – Easy\nElevation change: N/A\nLeader: Tracy Farrington\, 925-788-6223\, tracy_farrington@yahoo.com\nMeet: Waterbird Regional Preserve parking lot at 9 AM. \nDirections: From I-680 north\, exit Waterfront Road\, turn right. (When driving north on I-680\, this is the last exit before the Benicia Bridge). Continue east about 1/2 mile and turn right onto Waterbird Way. Go around the bend to the left and then turn right into the Waterbird Preserve parking lot. \nThis field trip is limited to 15 participants. Sign up HERE:\nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/birding-the-martinez-waterfront-tickets-777441126337 \nPhoto: Snowy Egret by Beth Branthaver
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/mdba-field-trip-martinez-waterfront-birds-jan-2024/
LOCATION:Waterbird Regional Preserve\, Martinez\, 2701 Waterfront Rd.\, Martinez\, CA\, 94553\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240115T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240115T120000
DTSTAMP:20260502T182808
CREATED:20231216T071821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231216T073332Z
UID:8092-1705305600-1705320000@mtdiablobirds.org
SUMMARY:MDBA Field Trip -- American Canyon Wetlands
DESCRIPTION:A 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 breezy and cold in this area\, so bring appropriate layers. Availability of rest rooms is uncertain. This trip is suitable for birders of all ages – including beginners! \nHike Rating: Category 2-Moderate\nDistance: We may walk 2-3 miles depending on the route decided.\nElevation change: none\nLeader: Randy Huey\, 925-518-8439\nMeet: 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. Sign up HERE:\nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/american-canyon-wetlands-tickets-77744574013 \nPhoto: Northern Harrier over the Napa River by Isaac Aronow.
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/mdba-field-trip-american-canyon-wetlands-jan-2024/
LOCATION:American Canyon Wetlands Edge Park\, 2 Eucalyptus Drive\, American Canyon\, CA\, 94503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240113T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240113T150000
DTSTAMP:20260502T182808
CREATED:20231216T071437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231216T073717Z
UID:8089-1705134600-1705158000@mtdiablobirds.org
SUMMARY:MDBA Field Trip -- Shollenberger Park/Ellis Creek
DESCRIPTION:Both of these locations are great for wintering waders\, shorebirds\, waterfowl and a few raptors. Bring lunch and a beverage. This trip is appropriate for birders of all experience levels\, including beginners. \nHike rating: Category 2 – Moderate. Walking some distance and gentle slopes.\nElevation change: Minor\nLeader: Sandy Ritchie\, (925) 381-2514\nMeet: Point Blue parking lot at 8:30 AM \nDirections: Take I-680 across the Benicia Bridge. Go west on I-780 to I-80 towards Sacramento\, exit to SR37. Follow SR37 16 miles to Lakeville Road\, then turn right. Before reaching Petaluma\, look for the water recycling facility on the left and turn left on South McDowell Blvd. After a short distance\, turn left onto Cypress Dr. The Shollenberger access is behind the Point Blue offices on the right. \nThis field trip is limited to 15 participants. Sign up HERE:\nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/shollenberger-parkellis-creek-tickets-777462319727 \nPhoto: Black-necked Stilt by Jean Halford
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/mdba-field-trip-shollenberger-park-ellis-creek-jan-2024/
LOCATION:Shollenberger Park\, 1400 Cader Lane\, Petaluma\, CA\, 94954\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240111T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240111T130000
DTSTAMP:20260502T182808
CREATED:20231216T070956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231216T073448Z
UID:8087-1704961800-1704978000@mtdiablobirds.org
SUMMARY:MDBA Field Trip -- Lake Merritt and Arrowhead Marsh at High Tide
DESCRIPTION:Winter ducks on Lake Merritt and other birds usually means easy viewing from the sidewalk. The lake is one of the few places in the Bay Area where Barrow’s Goldeneyes can be seen. An entry fee to pass the gate at Children’s Fairyland is usually required.\nWe will move to Arrowhead Marsh at around 9:45AM\, arriving in time for the high tide. Ridgeway’s Rails are one of the highlights here\, though we will see many other birds. A visit to Garretson Point will follow.\nBring lunch and drinks. This trip is appropriate for birders of all experience levels\, including beginners. \nHike rating: Category 1–Easy\nElevation change: N/A\nLeader: Sandy Ritchie\, (925) 381-2514\nMeet: Lake Merritt parking lot off Bellevue Avenue\, 8:30 AM \nDirections: Take SR 24 to Oakland and I-980\, take 27th Street exit and turn left. Cross Broadway and Harrison\, then join Grand Avenue. Turn into the park at Children’s Fairyland (fee possible) and follow the road around to parking lot entrance on right between the boathouse and the aviary. \nThis field trip is limited to 15 participants. Sign up HERE:\nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/lake-merritt-and-arrowhead-marsh-at-high-tide-tickets-777453021917 \nPhoto: Barrow’s Goldeneye
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/mdba-field-trip-lake-merritt-and-arrowhead-marsh-high-tide-jan-2024/
LOCATION:Lake Merritt\, 699 Bellevue Ave\, Oakland\, CA\, 94610\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240108T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240108T130000
DTSTAMP:20260502T182808
CREATED:20231216T070535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231216T073526Z
UID:8084-1704704400-1704718800@mtdiablobirds.org
SUMMARY:MDBA Field Trip -- East Contra Costa County
DESCRIPTION:We will be birding at Big Break/Delta Science Center\, Iron House Sanitary\, and possibly other places in East Contra Costa. This area is usually good for waterfowl\, raptors and some passerines. Dress warmly\, bring lunch and drinks. This trip is appropriate for birders of all experience levels\, including beginners. \nHike Rating: 1-Easy\nElevation change: N/A\nLeaders: Randy Huey 925-518-8439\, Mona Lange 510-414-2959\nMeet: Big Break parking lot in Oakley at 9 AM. \nDirections: Take Highway 4 east toward Stockton/Pittsburg\, after Antioch take right Exit 30 toward CA-160/Sacramento/Rio Vista. Take Exit 1A\, East 18th/Main Street\, turn right at the bottom of the exit onto Main Street\, proceed east a little over 1 mile\, then turn left onto Big Break Road. Turn into Big Break Regional Shoreline/Delta Science Center just past the last houses on the right. \nThis field trip is limited to 12 participants. Sign up HERE:\nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/birds-of-east-contra-costa-county-tickets-777436723167 \nPhoto: Pied-billed Grebe by Isaac Aronow
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/mdba-field-trip-east-contra-costa-county-jan-2024/
LOCATION:Big Break Regional Shoreline\, 69 Big Break Road\, Oakley\, CA\, 94561\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240103T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240103T140000
DTSTAMP:20260502T182808
CREATED:20211118T021927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231216T073631Z
UID:6574-1704272400-1704290400@mtdiablobirds.org
SUMMARY:MDBA Field Trip -- Putah Creek
DESCRIPTION:This is a great chance to see a variety of birds and ducks along Putah Creek and Lake Solano. Possibilities include Osprey\, Lewis’s Woodpecker\, Phainopepla\, Barrow’s Goldeneye and Hooded Merganser. Dress warmly; this is a cold\, windy area. Bring lunch\, and bring $6 in exact bills to pay the parking fee at Solano County Park.\nExact itinerary to be determined the day of the trip. Rain cancels. \nHike rating: 1 – Easy\nElevation change: Minor\nDistance: Depending on the route decided.\nCo-Leaders: Maren Smith\, 925-322-9477\, Susana de Trapaga \nMeet: 9 AM at the large gravel pull-out on the right side of Putah Creek Road\, west of the Lake Solano dam.\nDirections: When driving from the Bay Area to Vacaville on I-80\, take Exit 51A at Cherry Glen and Lagoon Valley Roads. Turn left to cross over the freeway\, heading north\, and drive approximately 1 mile on Cherry Glen Road to stop sign at Pleasants Valley Road. Turn left on Pleasants Valley Road. Drive 12 miles and keep an eye out for Yellow-billed Magpies and raptors. Turn right on Putah Creek Road\, and drive about 1.2 miles\, to the large gravel parking turn-out on the right (with “no camping\, no dumping” signs). It’s about a 1 hour drive from Walnut Creek area.\nPLEASE NOTE that the location marked on the map by Eventbrite is a few hundred yards east of the actual meeting location. \nThis trip is limited to 20 participants. Sign up HERE:\nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/putah-creek-birding-tickets-777429551717 \nPhoto: Female Phainopepla at Putah Creek by Isaac Aronow
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/mdba-field-trip-putah-creek-jan-2024/
LOCATION:Putah Creek\, Pleasants Valley Road\, Vacaville\, CA\, 95688\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Field Trips
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ORGANIZER;CN="Maren Smith":MAILTO:marensmithbkk@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231209T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231209T140000
DTSTAMP:20260502T182808
CREATED:20231024T045844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231024T051902Z
UID:7999-1702116000-1702130400@mtdiablobirds.org
SUMMARY:MDAS Field Trip -- Lynch Canyon Open Space Preserve\, Fairfield
DESCRIPTION:Lynch Canyon Open Space\, an asset of the Solano County Land Trust\, is a fantastic place for raptors in the winter! It’s also home to grassland species\, and waterbirds on the reservoir. The trails are wide and firmly packed but unpaved. Participants will be able to choose between two routes: A loop of about 2.5 miles around Lynch Reservoir\, with some gentle elevation gain; or a longer loop of about 3.25 miles with a longer\, steeper climb (14% grade at one stretch). Co-leaders will be present to accompany along either route. On both routes we’ll stop frequently to look for raptors\, and to scope the reservoir. Lynch Canyon is still a working ranch so we can expect to encounter free-ranging cattle. Some of the trails are part of the Bay Area Ridge Trail\, and we may encounter bicyclists\, e-bikes\, and equestrians. \nPlease bring $6 (exact bills) for the off-season parking fee. Bring ample water (none is available on site) and sun protection. There is almost no shade on the trails. There is a pit toilet at the parking lot. Solano County Land Trust asks us to bring our own hand sanitizer. Bring snacks or lunch. On the longer loop\, there are picnic tables. \nHike Rating: 2 (longer route is 3) Elevation change on the longer loop trail option is approximately 500 feet.\nLeaders: Susana de Trapaga (trapaga@sbcglobal.net) 510.333.2693 and Maureen Lahiff (MLahiff@aol.com)\, 510.484.6529\nMeet: Parking lot for Lynch Canyon Open Space \nDirections: Take I-80 east to exit 36\, American Canyon Road/Hiddenbrook Pkwy. At the stop sign at the end of the exit ramp\, turn right and then immediately left onto McGary Road\, which runs alongside the freeway. After about 1.7 miles\, turn left onto Lynch Road\, pass under I-80\, and drive all the way to the parking lot. \nHeavy rain cancels the trip. We’ll send an email if we’re cancelling\, or if weather looks iffy. Participants acknowledge the MDAS Liability Waiver (available during registration). Register for this trip here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/lynch-canyon-tickets-736130916387 \n(Golden Eagle and Raven photo by Isaac Aronow)
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/mdas-field-trip-lynch-canyon-open-preserve-dec-2023/
LOCATION:Lynch Canyon Open Space Preserve\, Fairfield\, 3100 Lynch Rd\, Fairfield\, CA\, 94534\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231121T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231121T120000
DTSTAMP:20260502T182808
CREATED:20231024T043442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231024T052155Z
UID:7995-1700557200-1700568000@mtdiablobirds.org
SUMMARY:MDAS Field Trip -- Mt. View Sanitary and McNabney Marsh
DESCRIPTION:We expect to see a variety of water birds here\, from grebes and ducks to waders and peeps. Marsh passerines and raptors might also be present. This trip is suitable for beginners. \nHike Rating: 1 – Easy. Under 1 mile on flat terrain. Unpaved paths\, potentially muddy.\nElevation change: N/A\nLeader: Randy Huey\, 925-518-8439\nMeet: Mt. View Sanitary Visitor Center at 9:00 AM \nDirections: Exit from I-680 southbound at Arthur Road\, turn left and go under the freeway. Exit I-680 northbound at Pacheco Blvd\, turn right onto Arthur Road and go under the freeway. Arthur Road will turn left. At .4 miles turn sharp left onto Mt. View Sanitary’s private road. Follow the road through the entry gate\, alongside the freeway and through the tunnel under I-680. Park and sign-in at the Visitor Center. \nLimited to 15 participants. All Field Trips are first-registered\, first-served. Participants acknowledge the MDAS Liability Waiver (available during registration). Register for this trip here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mt-view-sanitarymcnabney-marsh-tickets-736239511197 \n(Image of Green Heron by Matt Tarlach)
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/mdas-field-trip-mt-view-sanitary-mcnabney-marsh-nov-2023/
LOCATION:Mountain View Sanitary District\, 3800 Arthur Rd\, Martinez\, CA\, 94553\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231115T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231115T133000
DTSTAMP:20260502T182808
CREATED:20230921T005707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231001T055231Z
UID:7943-1700038800-1700055000@mtdiablobirds.org
SUMMARY:MDAS Field Trip -- Lodi Lake & Woodbridge Preserve
DESCRIPTION:** Please note change in trip date ** \nWe’ll bird first at Lodi Lake and its riparian area alongside the Mokelumne River. Plan to see waterfowl and many bird species including Woodpeckers\, White-breasted Nuthatch\, Cedar Waxwing\, Herons\, Warblers and Wood Duck. (We’ve had Varied Thrush in the past but cannot guarantee!) From Lodi Lake we’ll move on to Woodbridge Ecological Preserve\, where we’ll see waterfowl and other birds\, including hopefully some early-arriving Sandhill Cranes. \nDress in layers. Bring water\, snacks and lunch if you choose. This trip is limited to 12 participants. Rain cancels. \nHike Rating: 2 – Easy to moderate loop of 1.5 – 2 miles on level ground with some paved areas. A few very short off-trail lookouts with easy to moderate slope access. There are a few benches to rest on as well.\nElevation change: N/A\nLeader: Mona Lange 510-414-2959 \nMeet: Lodi Lake parking lot (1101 W. Turner Rd) (bathroom at parking lot). Parking fee $5/car or $3/car for seniors. CASH only. \nDirections: Hwy 4 East toward Antioch/Rio Vista. Go over Antioch bridge (toll). At stop light make RIGHT onto Hwy 12 toward Lodi. Stay on 12 East past interstate 5. About 2 miles past I-5 make a LEFT on DeVries Rd (the light after the RR tracks.) Carefully and safely watch for Yellow-billed Magpies in the area. At the second stop sign make a RIGHT onto W. Turner Rd. When in town\, stay in the left lane. After crossing the RR tracks start looking for the Lake entrance on your LEFT. (On the other side of the Do Not Enter Sign.) \nRegister for this event HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/699234347757 \n(Photo of Great Blue Heron by Maren Smith)
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/lodi-lake-and-woodbridge-preserve-oct-2023/
LOCATION:Lodi Lake\, 1101 W. Turner Rd\, Lodi\, CA\, 95242\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231104T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231104T140000
DTSTAMP:20260502T182808
CREATED:20230921T010854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230921T011217Z
UID:7950-1699088400-1699106400@mtdiablobirds.org
SUMMARY:MDAS Field Trip — Palo Alto Baylands/Charleston Slough
DESCRIPTION:We see a variety of birds on the water on this trip\, that is only about a 55 minute drive from Walnut Creek. It is exciting to be on the largest tract of undisturbed marshland remaining in the San Francisco Bay. Locations include Charleston Slough\, Shoreline Lake\, Palo Alto Baylands\, and Redwood Shores. \nHike Rating: Category 2 – Moderate. We do some walking on flat terrain but drive from one location to the next.\nElevation change: Minor\nLeaders: Herb and Randi Long at herblong7@gmail.com\, 925-948-5113\nMeet: Meet at entrance to Palo Alto Baylands on Terminal Boulevard in Mountain View at 9:00am. \nDirections: If using Google maps\, enter “Terminal Boulevard Mountain View\, CA.” \nTake I-680 South 24 miles to Exit 12 for Mission Boulevard /State Route 262 (second Mission Blvd exit so that you head west on Mission Blvd).\nKeep right at the fork; follow signs for Mission Blvd West and merge onto CA-262 South/Mission Blvd. Continue through two traffic lights and take I-880 ramp South.\nIn 3 miles\, use the right two lanes to take CA-237 toward Mountain View. Connect to US-101 North toward San Francisco.\nOnce on US-101 North\, take Exit 400C for San Antonio Road. Turn right on San Antonio.\nContinue for about 0.4 mile and turn right onto Terminal Road and park. Entrance to Palo Alto Baylands is on the left. There is a bathroom at the entrance. Drive time is about one hour/ 5 minutes from Walnut Creek/Danville.\nBring lunch! \nThis hike is limited to 15 participants. Participants must acknowledge the MDAS Liability Waiver (available during registration). Register for this event HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/720666291277 \n(Photo of American Avocets by Maren Smith)
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/palo-alto-baylands-charleston-slough-nov-2023/
LOCATION:Terminal Boulevard\, Terminal Boulevard\, Mountain View\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Field Trips
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ORGANIZER;CN="Herb and Randi Long":MAILTO:herblong7@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231101T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231101T103000
DTSTAMP:20260502T182808
CREATED:20231018T004644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231018T004757Z
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SUMMARY:Introducing the Birds of Heather Farm
DESCRIPTION:Sunday October 29\, 8:30-10:30AM and\nWednesday November 1\, 8:30-10:30AM \nHeather Farm Park in Walnut Creek is an underrated birding spot\, home to dozens of resident species and attracting many migrants as well!\nWe’ll meet at the overlook of the Natural Lake\, on the west side of North San Carlos Drive about 100 yards beyond the community center.\nMeeting point GPS: 37.921260813409184\, -122.04358260674651 \nAt 8:30AM an experienced birder or two will be on hand to demonstrate how to properly use binoculars\, and to discuss birding guidebooks and apps. We’ll begin scanning the lake too\, looking to see which ducks and other birds might be arriving to spend the winter. \nWhen we’re good and ready\, we’ll set off on a walk around the lake and adjacent Nature Area—an easy stroll of about half a mile on mostly level\, accessible trails. Along the way we’ll hope to see and hear sparrow\, finch\, woodpecker and warbler\, along with nuthatch and dove. Wrens\, thrushes\, raptors and heron are often found here too—though in birding\, as in life\, nothing is guaranteed! Our guides will explain what features on the birds to look for\, that help tell one from the other. We should be done around 10:30\, or 11 if the birding is especially good. \nBirders of all experience levels are welcome! Binoculars will be available to borrow for those who need them. Trip will go on in gray weather\, but rain or high wind cancels. \nSignup for Oct 29 here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/734957556837\nor for Nov 1 here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/737238278537 \nImage of White-breasted Nuthatch by Matt Tarlach
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/introducing-birds-of-heather-farm-nov-2023/
LOCATION:Heather Farm Park\, 301 N San Carlos Dr\, Walnut Creek\, CA\, 94598\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Birding Classes,Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231029T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231029T103000
DTSTAMP:20260502T182808
CREATED:20231018T003953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231018T004538Z
UID:7978-1698568200-1698575400@mtdiablobirds.org
SUMMARY:Introducing the Birds of Heather Farm
DESCRIPTION:Sunday October 29\, 8:30-10:30AM and\nWednesday November 1\, 8:30-10:30AM \nHeather Farm Park in Walnut Creek is an underrated birding spot\, home to dozens of resident species and attracting many migrants as well!\nWe’ll meet at the overlook of the Natural Lake\, on the west side of North San Carlos Drive about 100 yards beyond the community center.\nMeeting point GPS: 37.921260813409184\, -122.04358260674651 \nAt 8:30AM an experienced birder or two will be on hand to demonstrate how to properly use binoculars\, and to discuss birding guidebooks and apps. We’ll begin scanning the lake too\, looking to see which ducks and other birds might be arriving to spend the winter. \nWhen we’re good and ready\, we’ll set off on a walk around the lake and adjacent Nature Area—an easy stroll of about half a mile on mostly level\, accessible trails. Along the way we’ll hope to see and hear sparrow\, finch\, woodpecker and warbler\, along with nuthatch and dove. Wrens\, thrushes\, raptors and heron are often found here too—though in birding\, as in life\, nothing is guaranteed! Our guides will explain what features on the birds to look for\, that help tell one from the other. We should be done around 10:30\, or 11 if the birding is especially good. \nBirders of all experience levels are welcome! Binoculars will be available to borrow for those who need them. Trip will go on in gray weather\, but rain or high wind cancels. \nSignup for Oct 29 here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/734957556837\nor for Nov 1 here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/737238278537 \nImage of White-breasted Nuthatch by Matt Tarlach
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/introducing-birds-of-heather-farm-oct-2023/
LOCATION:Heather Farm Park\, 301 N San Carlos Dr\, Walnut Creek\, CA\, 94598\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Birding Classes,Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231021T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231021T170000
DTSTAMP:20260502T182808
CREATED:20230812T061209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230812T061939Z
UID:7893-1697893200-1697907600@mtdiablobirds.org
SUMMARY:MDAS Field Trip -- Elsie Roemer Bird Sanctuary/Crab Cove\, Alameda
DESCRIPTION:The millions of shorebirds that winter on San Francisco Bay make it a state and global Important Bird Area. It is part of the Western Hemisphere Shorebird Reserve Network and is also designated as a Wetland of International Importance under UNESCO’s Ramsar Convention. \nWe’ll start at the viewing platform at Elsie Roemer Bird Sanctuary\, which is at the southeast end of Shoreline Drive in Alameda\, walk along the shoreline to another viewing platform\, and then drive to the Crab Cove Visitor Center area. We’ll be walking short distances on level\, mostly paved paths\, so this trip is accessible for birders with mobility limitations. Bring water and sun protection. Spotting scopes welcome and appreciated. \nRestrooms and water are available at the intersection of Shoreline Drive and Park Street (about 0.2 miles walk from the Elsie Roemer viewing platform) and at the Crab Cove Visitors Center. \nHike Rating: 1\, Easy. Short walks on level paths. (This trip is Accessible.)\nElevation change: N/A\nLeader: Maureen Lahiff\, MLahiff@aol.com\, 510.484.6529 \nMeet: Elsie Roemer Bird Sanctuary viewing platform near intersection of Broadway and Shore Line Drive in Alameda. Parking on Broadway and streets off Broadway is the best bet. \nThis trip is limited to 18 participants. All Field Trips are first-registered\, first-served. Participants acknowledge the MDAS Liability Waiver (available during registration). \nRegister HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/elsie-roemer-bird-sanctuarycrab-cove-alameda-tickets-695149098667 \n(Image of Long-billed Curlew and American Godwits by Maren Smith)
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/elsie-roemer-oct-2023/
LOCATION:Elsie Roemer Bird Sanctuary\, Shore Line Drive\, Broadway\, Alameda\, CA\, 94501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Field Trips
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ORGANIZER;CN="Maureen Lahiff":MAILTO:MLahiff@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231007T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231007T133000
DTSTAMP:20260502T182808
CREATED:20230812T060431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230812T060929Z
UID:7890-1696663800-1696685400@mtdiablobirds.org
SUMMARY:MDAS Field Trip — Birding by Bike at Clifton Court Forebay
DESCRIPTION:Have a bicycle\, e-bike or scooter\, and like to bird? Join MDAS at Clifton Court Reservoir in eastern Contra Costa County\, where we will do an out-and-back biking/birding trip of approximately 10 miles on a flat\, paved levee road\, to see a myriad of bird species. Those who are equipped for it can also navigate a series of well-maintained gravel levee roads to avoid taking the same route back. \nClifton Court Forebay is an enormous reservoir that collects Delta water and sends it south through the Delta-Mendota canal. The reservoir itself can hold staggering numbers of waterfowl and gulls\, and the surrounding habitat of slough\, marshland\, grassland\, scrub and riparian woods is very productive. It is not uncommon to record 60-80 species of birds in a single outing\, and the place is a magnet for rarities\, especially in fall. There are also excellent chances to see river otters\, coyotes\, resident sea lions and even a beaver if we’re lucky. \nTrip is approximately 5 hours\, although participants can turn back at any time. There is plenty of free parking at the Forebay\, but no restroom facilities or potable water. Must be able to transport your bike/scooter to the site. It can be windy out there\, but is pleasant most of the time. We will monitor the forecast\, gale-force winds will cancel. \nMeet at the parking lot at the end of Clifton Court Road (left turn from highway J4 approximately 2 miles southeast of Byron) at 7:30 AM. Bring layers\, sunscreen\, water and a snack or lunch for when we get back to the cars. \nLeader: Jerry Britten\nMeeting Point GPS: 37.8378308046695\, -121.59322207166935 \nThis trip is limited to 15 participants. All Field Trips are first-registered\, first-served. Participants acknowledge the MDAS Liability Waiver (available during registration) \nRegister HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/birding-by-bike-at-clifton-court-forebay-tickets-695135528077 \n(Photo by Jerry Britten)
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/birding-by-bike-clifton-court-forebay-oct-2023/
LOCATION:Clifton Court Forebay\, Clifton Court Rd.\, Discovery Bay\, CA\, 94505
CATEGORIES:Birding,Field Trips
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jerry Britten":MAILTO:president@mtdiabloaudubon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230930T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230930T143000
DTSTAMP:20260502T182808
CREATED:20230812T052617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231024T052337Z
UID:7885-1696062600-1696084200@mtdiablobirds.org
SUMMARY:MDAS Field Trip -- Outer Point Reyes
DESCRIPTION:Outer Point Reyes is a wonderful place for fall migrants\, many of them Eastern passerine vagrants. You never know who’ll turn up…sightings in past years have included Blackburnians and Blackpolls; Chestnut-sided\, Connecticut\, Black-and-white\, Magnolia\, Prothonotary\, Yellow-throated\, and Black-throated Blues…and that’s just the warblers. We’ve also seen Yellow-green\, Red-eyed and White-eyed Vireos\, Orchard Orioles\, Ovenbirds\, American Redstarts\, Rose-breasted Grosbeaks\, Peregrine Falcons\, and Broad-winged Hawks. \nTo be clear\, we don’t see all—or even most!—of these species every year. Not even one is guaranteed. But we can hope! The chance to see migrants is very much dependent on the weather: an absence of winds from the northwest and an overcast night sky helps to hold these land birds at the Outer Point. More reliable are the waterbirds: we usually have Common Murres\, Pigeon Guillemots\, Cormorants\, and Loons. \nIMPORTANT NOTE: in the past this trip has met at Bear Valley. This year we’ll try meeting at the Drake’s Beach visitor center\, closer to the hotspots on the Outer Point. At Drake’s Beach we’ll combine cars\, as parking on the Outer Point is extremely limited. MDAS does not require carpooling on our trips but in this case it’s very helpful\, so if you’re comfortable sharing a car please come prepared to do so. Or carpool all the way from home with a friend or two! \nWeather is highly changeable even on a good day\, so bring layers and be prepared for damp wind. Storm Warning cancels. Bring lunch and plenty of water\, as the Outer Point is a remote area with no conveniences. If you need to borrow binoculars\, please advise the leader before the trip so they can bring an extra pair. If you have a scope of your own to bring it can be useful for sea-watching. \nHike Rating: Category 2 – Moderate. Two planned walks of ~1 mile on paved\, hilly roads; plus short walks over tricky terrain at a few optional stops.\nElevation change: A few well-graded climbs on paved roads\, none over about 100 feet.\nLeaders: Matt Tarlach\, mtar925@gmail.com\, 925-482-6129 \nMeet: 8:30am at Kenneth C. Patrick Visitor Center\, Drake’s Beach. Leader will park not far from the picnic tables behind the visitor center. \nThis trip is limited to 15 participants. All Field Trips are first-registered\, first-served. Participants acknowledge the MDAS Liability Waiver (available during registration) \nRegister HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/outer-point-reyes-tickets-695160653227 \n(Image of Prairie Warbler by Beth Branthaver)
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/outer-point-reyes-sep-2023/
LOCATION:Kenneth C. Patrick Visitor Center\, 1 Drake Beach Rd\, Inverness\, CA\, 94937\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230923T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230923T133000
DTSTAMP:20260502T182808
CREATED:20230812T051029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230812T052133Z
UID:7880-1695465000-1695475800@mtdiablobirds.org
SUMMARY:MDAS Field Trip -- Raptor Migration at Hawk Hill
DESCRIPTION:Hawk Hill in the Marin Headlands is one of the best spots in the entire US to see raptors during the fall migration! We’ll also have stunning views of the Golden Gate\, San Francisco\, and the Pacific Ocean. \nWe’ll meet at the parking lot at Hawk Hill at 10:30am. From there it’s a short walk up a fairly steep but well-graded trail to the observation area at the top of the hill. We’ll station ourselves there to watch for hawks\, falcons\, eagles and vultures migrating down from the north\, and using the thermals to gain altitude before they glide south over the Golden Gate on their southerly migration. Sometimes they’re high in the sky\, though often these spectacular predators zoom and circle right at eye level. \nFor more info on the migration check out the GGRO website: https://www.parksconservancy.org/programs/golden-gate-raptor-observatory \nWeather is very changeable on this hill overlooking the Golden Gate\, so dress in layers. We will be stationary for some time\, so bring a lawn chair if you like. Also a hat\, water\, comfortable walking shoes\, sunglasses\, sunscreen and a snack. This is a birding expedition though\, not a picnic\, so please no elaborate spreads. \nPeak hawk-spotting doesn’t begin until around 11AM\, sometimes later if the morning is foggy. We’ll plan to arrive at Hawk Hill at 10:30 to find parking and get organized. If you’re a little late\, we’ll be up the Hill…but be advised parking gets tight before mid-day. Birders who’d like to start earlier might bird Rodeo Lagoon north of Hawk Hill\, or other sites in the Marin Headlands. Leader may email participants about an optional early meeting point a day or two before the trip. \nLeader: Matt Tarlach\, mtar925@gmail.com\, 925-482-6129\nMeet: Hawk Hill Parking Lot on Conzelman Rd\nDirections: Input ‘Hawk Hill Conzelman Rd’ into Gmaps \nAll Field Trips are first-registered\, first-served. Participants acknowledge the MDAS Liability Waiver (available during registration) \nRegister HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/raptor-migration-hawk-hill-tickets-695156861887 \n(Sharp-shinned Hawk\, image by Jerry Britten)
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/hawk-hill-sep-2023/
LOCATION:Hawk Hill Conzelman Road\, Sausalito\, California 94965\, Conzelman Road\, Sausalito\, 94965\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230920T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230920T193000
DTSTAMP:20260502T182808
CREATED:20230812T014307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230813T225713Z
UID:7877-1695231000-1695238200@mtdiablobirds.org
SUMMARY:MDAS Field Trip -- Vaux's Swifts at McNear Brickyard
DESCRIPTION:Vaux’s Swifts migrate south along the Pacific Americas Flyway each fall\, and one of their few known stopping points in Northern California is McNear Brick and Block in San Rafael. At sunset on many September and October evenings\, as many as 20\,000 swifts mass and fly into the decommissioned brickyard chimneys to spend the night. It’s an unforgettable sight! \nAlthough this trip is timed for the height of the swifts’ migration\, based on past years’ counts the number of swifts can vary greatly from night to night\, and can range from a few hundred to thousands. Like everything else in birding\, there are no guarantees! \nSpotting scopes are helpful\, to better view the action around the chimney mouths. Photographers will be challenged as sunset nears (7:10 pm on the night of our field trip.) Given the time of day\, it is OK to bring snacks as well as water. However\, this is a birding event\, not a picnic\, so please don’t bring an elaborate spread. There are no restroom facilities on site. \nHike Rating: 1 – Stationary. People who find a portable stool or lawn chair helpful can bring one.\nElevation change: N/A\nLeader: Maureen Lahiff\, MLahiff@aol.com\, 510.484.6529 \nMeeting point and Directions will be sent by email before the trip. Carpooling is strongly encouraged since there is very little parking.To respect both the swifts and the McNear property owners\, this trip is limited to 20 participants. All Field Trips are first-registered\, first-served. Participants acknowledge the MDAS Liability Waiver (available during registration). \nRegister HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/vauxs-swifts-tickets-695145497897 \n(Vaux’s Swifts photo via Wikicommons)
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/vauxs-swifts-mcnear-brickyard-sep-2023/
LOCATION:McNear Brickyard\, 1 McNear Brickyard Rd.\, San Rafael\, CA\, 94901
CATEGORIES:Birding,Field Trips
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ORGANIZER;CN="Maureen Lahiff":MAILTO:MLahiff@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230916T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230916T113000
DTSTAMP:20260502T182808
CREATED:20230812T013348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231024T052405Z
UID:7874-1694853000-1694863800@mtdiablobirds.org
SUMMARY:MDAS Field Trip -- Mt. Wanda\, John Muir NHS\, Martinez
DESCRIPTION:This hike is especially for beginning birders! \nWe’ll walk through oak woodlands and oak savannah habitats\, climbing uphill on a rutted fire road with one steep section. Then we’ll walk a single track trail back to the fire road\, about 2.5 miles total. We should have excellent views of acorn woodpeckers\, likely views of red-tailed and red-shouldered hawks\, towhees\, and oak titmouse. Mt. Wanda is part of the John Muir NHS\, and this walk is hosted jointly by Mt. Diablo Audubon and the National Park Service. \nMDAS has binoculars to loan for use on our trips! If you need binos just tell the trip leaders beforehand\, so they know to bring an extra pair. \nHike Rating: 3\, Vigorous (by birding standards). About 2.5 miles walking on fire roads and single track trails with substantial elevation gain.\nElevation change: 475 feet\nLeader: Cheryl Abel\, 925-957-6229 \nMeet: Parking lot for the Mt. Wanda Trailhead\, intersection of Alhambra Ave and Franklin Canyon Rd in Martinez.\nDirections: From Hwy 4 westbound take the Alhambra Ave. exit in Martinez. Turn left back under Hwy 4. Franklin Canyon Rd. is the next right\, parking lot immediately on the left side of Franklin Canyon Rd. Bring water and binoculars. \nThis hike is limited to 15 participants. All Field Trips are first-registered\, first-served. Participants acknowledge the MDAS Liability Waiver (available during registration). \nRegister HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/birding-mt-wanda-john-muir-nhs-martinez-tickets-695151235057
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/mt-wanda-sep-2023/
LOCATION:Mount Wanda Trailhead\, XVQ9+QW\, Martinez\, CA\, 94553\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230831T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230831T110000
DTSTAMP:20260502T182808
CREATED:20230519T214157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230519T214853Z
UID:7755-1693467000-1693479600@mtdiablobirds.org
SUMMARY:MDAS Field Trip -- Jewel Lake\, Tilden Park
DESCRIPTION:Jewel Lake\, Tilden Park\nThursday\, August 31\, 7:30 AM – 11 AM \nOur traditional first field trip of fall – a short walk along Wildcat Creek and around Jewel Lake in Tilden Park. Possible highlights include fall warblers\, Red-Breasted and Pygmy Nuthatch\, Pacific Wren and maybe a Varied Thrush. \nThis trip is suitable for beginners. Bring binoculars if you have them\, or if you need to borrow a pair contact the leader beforehand so he knows to bring them. \nHike Rating: 2\, Moderate. About 2 miles walking on flat trails.\nElevation change: N/A\nLeader: Matt Tarlach\, 925 482 6129 \nMeet: Parking lot at the end of Central Park Drive in Tilden Regional Park. \nDirections: Highway 24 to Fish Ranch Road.\nGo up the hill 0.7mi and turn Right on Grizzly Peak Blvd.\nFollow Grizzly Peak for 4.1mi.\nTurn Right on Muir\, then after just 100 yards turn Left on Park Hills.\nWatch for signs to “Little Farm” which is near the meeting point.\nContinue 0.3 miles\, then turn Left on Central Park Rd.\nContinue about 1 mile to the meeting point in the parking lot. \nThis hike is limited to 15 participants. All Field Trips are first-registered\, first-served. Participants must acknowledge the MDAS Liability Waiver (available during registration). \nRegister here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/jewel-lake-tilden-nature-area-berkeley-tickets-637009631957 \n(Wilson’s Warbler photo by Jerry Britten)
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/jewel-lake-aug-2023/
LOCATION:Jewel Lake\, Tilden Nature Area\, California\, 600 Canon Dr\, Berkeley\, CA 94708\, Berkeley\, CA\, 94708\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230819T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230819T150000
DTSTAMP:20260502T182808
CREATED:20230519T211841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230813T225841Z
UID:7751-1692435600-1692457200@mtdiablobirds.org
SUMMARY:MDAS Field Trip -- Bodega Bay
DESCRIPTION:Bodega Bay\nSaturday\, August 19\, 9 AM to 3 PM \nThe last trip of our annual field trip calendar\, but sometimes considered the first trip for fall birding. At Bodega Bay we’ll encounter flocks of shorebirds including Black Oystercatcher and Marbled Godwit\, as well as terns\, gulls\, cormorants\, near-shore pelagics and more – perhaps a Wandering Tattler. Bring liquids\, lunch and sunscreen. \nRating: Category 1–moderate walking\nElevation change: N/A\nLeader: Hugh Harvey\, 925-935-2979\nMeet: Back deck at The Tides Restaurant \nDirections: From Concord/Pleasant Hill\, take I-680 across the Benicia Bridge\, go west on I-780 to Vallejo\, then I-80 toward Sacramento. Exit to SR 37\, then drive about 15 miles to Lakeville Road. In Petaluma\, turn left on E. Washington Street and continue on bodega Road\, Valley Ford Road and SR 1 to Bodega Bay. Walk through or around The Tides Restaurant to find the group on the back deck overlooking the harbor. Bring lunch\, liquids and sunscreen. \nThis field trip is not limited in number of participants. All must acknowledge the MDAS Liability Waiver (available during registration). \nRegister here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bodega-bay-registration-636997926947
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/bodega-bay-aug-2023/
LOCATION:Tides Restaurant Bodega Bay\, 835Bay Highway\, Bodega Bay\, CA\, 94923\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230603T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230603T150000
DTSTAMP:20260502T182808
CREATED:20230418T041105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230418T041616Z
UID:7713-1685781000-1685804400@mtdiablobirds.org
SUMMARY:MDAS Field Trip -- Outer Point Reyes
DESCRIPTION:Outer Point Reyes\nSaturday\, June 3\, 8:30 AM to 3 PM \nPoint Reyes is one of the premiere birding locations in Northern California\, a great spot to find rarities during migration—like the Prairie Warbler pictured on the registration page (image by Beth Branthaver). MDAS tries to visit at least twice a year. On this trip we hope to see northbound migrants\, as well as resident birds in their spring plumage. We will stop at the lighthouse overlook and spend some time above the fish docks. Bring water and lunch\, as the area is remote. \nRating: Category 1 — some walking through grass under trees and on paved roads\nElevation change: N/A\nLeader: Matt Tarlach 925 482 6129\nMeet: Bear Valley Visitor Center\, Olema \nDirections: From US 101 north of San Rafael\, take Lucas Valley Road to Nicasio. At the reservoir turn left. Follow signs to Point Reyes Station. Traditionally we’ve stopped for coffee and pastries at the Bovine Bakery. Next\, drive to Olema and the Visitor Center. \nFrom the Concord/Pleasant Hill area it may be advantageous to cross the top of the Bay on SR 37\, exit at Atherton Avenue\, turn left and cross US 101 to San Marin Drive. Turn right at the high school and drive about 6 miles to stop sign\, turn left on Point Reyes-Petaluma Road for 7 miles to another stop sign. Turn right at the painted bridge\, drive 3 miles to SR 1 and turn left into Point Reyes Station. \nDue to limited parking at several stops on the Outer Point\, this field trip is limited to 10 participants. Sharing a car is helpful. Participants must acknowledge the MDAS Liability Waiver (available during registration). Register HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/outer-point-reyes-registration-617239137877 \n(Western bluebird photo by Jerry Britten)
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/outer-point-reyes-jun-2023/
LOCATION:Bear Valley Visitor Center\, 25RX+CV\, Inverness\, CA\, 94956\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230515T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230515T120000
DTSTAMP:20260502T182808
CREATED:20230418T035516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230418T040510Z
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SUMMARY:MDAS Field Trip -- East Contra Costa County
DESCRIPTION:East Contra Costa County\nMonday\, May 15\, 7 AM to 12PM \nNote starting time: we start this trip early as the location can be very hot by mid-day. We will walk part of the Marsh Creek Trail\, and then visit Piper Slough north of Bethel Island. Other locations are possible. Target birds include: Blue Grosbeak\, Hooded Oriole\, Black-chinned Hummingbird\, Swainson’s Hawk\, Yellow-billed Magpie and Yellow-breasted Chat. \nBring lunch\, snacks and water. \nRating: Category 2–moderate hiking\nElevation change: N/A\nLeader: Randy Huey\, 925-518-8439\nMeet: Marsh Creek Trailhead on Cypress Road\, Oakley \nDirections: Go north on I-680\, exit Highway 4 toward Stockton/Pittsburg\, take right Exit 30 toward CA-160/Sacramento/Rio Vista (just past Hillcrest Avenue exit; do NOT continue straight on Highway 4). Take exit 1-A East 18th/Main Street\, turn right at the bottom of the exit onto Main Street and drive through Oakley for about 4 miles\, turn left onto Cypress Road. Make a U-turn at Picasso Drive\, the stoplight after the railroad tracks. \nThis field trip is limited to 20 participants. Register HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/east-contra-costa-county-tickets-617247302297\nParticipants must acknowledge the MDAS Liability Waiver (available during registration).
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/east-contra-costa-county-may-2023/
LOCATION:Marsh Creek Regional Trail Trailhead\, X8R3+9H\, Oakley\, CA\, 94561\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230511T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230511T130000
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SUMMARY:MDAS Field Trip -- West Briones Regional Park
DESCRIPTION:West Briones Regional Park\nThursday\, May 11\, 8 AM to 1 PM \nA visit to the west entrance of Briones Regional Park in the spring offers views of spring wildflowers and spring birds. Lazuli Buntings are usually present; many years this trip provides the first viewings of these beautiful birds for most of us. \nBring water and snacks. \nRating: Category 2–moderate hiking\nElevation change: 200 feet\nLeader: Chick Chickering\nMeet: Bear Creek Staging Area parking lot \nDirections: From SR 24 in Orinda\, drive north on Camino Pablo about 2.25 miles\, turn right on Bear Creek Road\, continue for 4.5 miles to park entrance. Drive to farthest parking lot on the right. \nThis field trip is limited to 20 participants. Register HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/west-briones-regional-park-tickets-617254022397\nParticipants must acknowledge the MDAS Liability Waiver (available during registration). \n(Lazuli Bunting photo by Beth Branthaver)
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/west-briones-regional-park-may-2023/
LOCATION:Bear Creek Staging Area Briones\, Bear Creek Staging Area\, 16 Bear Creek Rd\, Lafayette\, CA\, 94549\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230506T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230506T113000
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SUMMARY:MDAS/SMD Field Trip -- Curry Canyon
DESCRIPTION:  \n\nJoint Mt. Diablo Audubon & Save Mount Diablo Birding Walk at Curry Canyon\n \nMount Diablo Audubon Society and Save Mount Diablo are partnering up for a hike on Save Mount Diablo’s gorgeous Curry Canyon Ranch. This portion of Curry Canyon Ranch showcases beautiful rangeland ecosystems and valley oak and riparian habitat. We will be looking for busy song birds\, grassland birds\, woodpeckers\, waterfowl\, and raptors. You might even see a golden eagle or two! This is a chance to get to know the east side of Mount Diablo\, a side that’s not normally open to the public. You’ll pass a beautiful valley with rolling hills as you walk along the creek\, then transition into riparian habitat\, where sun hardly breaks through the canopy of the trees. \nBe sure to dress in layers and wear sturdy boots or shoes; bring a mask\, plenty of water\, binoculars (if you have them) sunscreen\, and a snack. \nThis event is limited to 20 participants. \nLand: Save Mount Diablo\nRating: Moderate\nDistance: 4-5 miles\nElevation change: 200’\nLeader: Jerry Britten\, Save Mount Diablo Volunteer Hike Leader\nMeet: 3500 Curry Canyon Rd\, Clayton\, CA 94517\nGPS Coordinates: 37.866193\, -121.881976 \nRegister HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/joint-mt-diablo-audubon-save-mount-diablo-birding-walk-at-curry-canyon-tickets-501000444817 \nPhoto: Western Tanager by Jerry Britten
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/mdas-smd-curry-canyon-may-2023/
LOCATION:Curry Canyon Ranch
CATEGORIES:Birding,Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230502T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230502T130000
DTSTAMP:20260502T182808
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SUMMARY:MDAS Field Trip -- Mount Diablo State Park
DESCRIPTION:Mount Diablo State Park\nTuesday\, May 2\, 8 AM to 1 PM \nMDSP is a treasure trove for birders. Although every season in the park has its special qualities\, late spring on the mountain has its own beauty\, as wildflowers add color to the vistas. Usually hot! Bring lunch and drinks. Many migrant and nesting species are possible including Sage Sparrows\, California Thrashers\, woodpeckers\, raptors and warblers. \nTrail Rating: 1– Easy walking\, mostly driving on mountain roads.\nElevation change: minimal\nLeader: Steve Taylor\, 925-828-8810 \nDirections: From I-680 southbound\, exit at El Pintado\, turn right and right again; park along the open space on left. From I-680 northbound\, exit El Cerro\, turn left\, then right at second light onto La Gonda. Continue 1/2 mile north on La Gonda from El Cerro to the wide section where there’s free parking. \nMeet at 8AM on La Gonda\, as described above. If you miss us there we’ll be passing through the Southgate entrance into the park at about 8:45AM\, after birding Southgate Road.\nPark Entry fee is required. \nDue to extremely tight parking at several stops along the mountain roads this field trip is limited to 12 participants. If there’s someone you’re comfortable sharing a car with\, that’s highly encouraged. \nParticipants must acknowledge the MDAS Liability Waiver (available during registration).\nRegister HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mount-diablo-state-park-tickets-584037591157 \n(California Scrub Jay photo by Bill Newton)
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/mount-diablo-state-park-apr-2023/
LOCATION:801 La Gonda Way\, Danville\, 801 La Gonda Way\, Danville\, CA\, 94526
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230424T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230424T150000
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SUMMARY:MDAS Field Trip -- Del Puerto Canyon
DESCRIPTION:Del Puerto Canyon\nMonday\, April 24 \nTrail Rating: 1 – Easy walking\, mostly driving.\nLeader: Steve Buffi (925) 200-4555 \nMeet: Carpool leaves at 7:30 AM from Sycamore Valley Road Park and Ride.\nOR\, meet on Del Puerto Canyon Road west of I-5 at 9 AM at 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 to the Petterson exit. Turn right at the exit and onto Del Puerto Canyon Road. \nWe will stop at the Larry Combs Rest Area near Westley\, as there are no facilities on this trip until our lunch stop. Looking for Canyon Wren\, Costa’ s Hummingbird\, Greater Roadrunner\, and other goodies. Usually very warm! Bring lunch and plenty of liquids as this trip takes us further from conveniences that most of our outings. \nAll participants must acknowledge the MDAS liability waiver\, available upon registration.\nRegister HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/del-puerto-canyon-tickets-586267300277 \n(Western Kingbird photo by Beth Branthaver)
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/del-puerto-canyon-apr-2023/
LOCATION:Del Puerto Canyon Rd & Diablo Grande Pkwy\, Del Puerto Canyon Rd\, Patterson\, CA\, 95363\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230420T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230420T130000
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SUMMARY:MDAS Field Trip -- Mitchell Canyon
DESCRIPTION:Mitchell Canyon\nThursday\, April 20\, 8 AM to 1 PM \nWe 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 should still be blooming. \nTrail Rating: Category 3\, hot\, dusty trail\, 3+ miles\nElevation change: up to 400 feet\nLeader: Sandy Ritchie\, (925) 381-2514 \nMeet: Mitchell Canyon parking lot\nDirections: From Ygnacio Valley Road in Concord\, turn south on Clayton Road. Turn right onto Mitchell Canyon Road and drive past quarry to end. A $6 parking fee is required.\nThis field trip is limited to 15 participants. Participants must acknowledge the MDAS Liability Waiver (available during registration).\nRegister HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mitchell-canyon-tickets-584022385677 \n(Wilson’s Warbler photo by Jerry Britten)
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/mitchell-canyon-apr-2023/
LOCATION:Mitchell Canyon\, 96 Mitchell Canyon Road\, Clayton\, CA\, 94517\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230417T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230417T130000
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SUMMARY:MDAS Field Trip -- Pine Canyon
DESCRIPTION:Pine Canyon\nMonday\, April 17\, 8 AM to 1 PM \nThis field trip is especially good for beginning birders! \nPine Canyon\, which includes the Castle Rock EBRPD recreational area\, and the Diablo Foothills Regional Park just beyond\, provides rich habitat and resources for spring migrants passing through\, as well as for many returning and nesting summer residents.\nWe should expect to find nesting pairs of Bullock’s Orioles and House Wrens. Warbling Vireos\, along with their cousins\, the Cassin’s Vireo\, nest within the canyon. Rufous-crowned Sparrows are to be found\, and if we’re lucky\, Lazuli Bunting. We’ll look (and listen) for Black-headed Grosbeaks and Western Tanagers. Western Wood-Pewees and Pacific-slope Flycatchers pass through. We might get lucky with an Olive-sided Flycatcher. And the warblers: breeding plumage Yellow-rumped\, Black-throated Gray\, Wilson’s\, Yellow\, Nashville\, MacGillivray’s\, Hermit\, Orange-crowned\, and Townsend’s. \nBring water and snacks. This should be a wonderful springtime field trip. \nTrail Rating: Category 2–Moderate with creek crossings\nElevation change: 150-200 feet\nLeader: Tracy Farrington\, 925-788-6223 \nMeet: Diablo Foothills Regional Park trailhead parking lot \nDirections: From Ygnacio Valley Road\, drive south on either Walnut Avenue or Oak Grove Road to the traffic circle. Continue south on Castle Rock Road\, pass Northgate High School\, then drive to the end of the road. \nThis field trip is limited to 20 participants. Participants must acknowledge the MDAS Liability Waiver.\nRegister HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pine-canyon-tickets-584019998537 \n(Townsend’s Warbler photo by Jerry Britten)
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/pine-canyon-apr-2023/
LOCATION:Diablo Foothills Regional Park Trailhead Parking\, 1700 Castle Rock Rd\, Walnut Creek\, 94598
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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