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  • MDBA Field Trip — Thornton Area/Cosumnes Preserve

    Westgate Landing Regional Park 4GF5+HP, Terminous, CA, United States

    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. Hike rating: 1 - Easy. Elevation change: Minor Leader: Mona Lange, 510-414-2959 Meet: 8:45 AM in Westgate Landing Park at end of Glascock Road. Directions: Take SR 4 to Antioch […]

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  • MDBA Field Trip — Big Break and East County

    Big Break Regional Shoreline 69 Big Break Road, Oakley, CA, United States

    We will be birding at Big Break/Delta Science Center and then driving to at least one other location, to be determined by conditions. These locations are 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. Hike Rating: 1, […]

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  • MDBA Field Trip — Bodega Bay

    Tides Restaurant Bodega Bay 835Bay Highway, Bodega Bay, CA, United States

    Why do we go all the way to Bodega Bay? To see loons close up – the Common, Pacific, and Red-throated species are all likely. To see Brant, the sea geese that spend the winter here. To see Double-crested, Brandt’s and Pelagic cormorants side-by-side to strengthen our ID skills. This is a great place for […]

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  • MDBA Field Trip — Walnut Creek Local City Parks

    Heather Farm Park 301 N San Carlos Dr, Walnut Creek, CA, United States

    Starting in Heather Farm Park in Walnut Creek, we will walk around the large, mostly natural pond, birding along the way. From there we will drive to two or three local parks, as we may venture into Concord or Clayton, to be determined the day of the trip. Trail Rating: Category 1, Easy. Maybe up […]

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  • MDBA Field Trip — Valle Vista

    Valle Vista RVC6+WQ, Moraga, CA, United States

    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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    Monthly Program: March 2025

    The Camellia Room at The Gardens at Heather Farm 1540 Marchbanks Drive, Walnut Creek, CA, United States

    Juvenile Osprey KEEP ‘EM FLYING — Helping Raptors Survive in the Human Environment  Craig Nikitas   Mount Diablo Bird Alliance will meet Thursday, March 6 in the Camellia Room at the Gardens at Heather Farm, 1540 Marchbanks Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94598. 6:30 PM Doors Open 7:00 PM Announcements 7:15 PM Refreshments and Raffle 7:30 PM […]

  • MDBA Field Trip — Moorhen + McNabney Marshes

    Mountain View Sanitary District 3800 Arthur Rd, Martinez, CA, United States

    Two trips this month! Mt. View Sanitary District has offered MDBA special access for a Saturday visit. Both trips will be open to the public, and are very suitable for beginning birders. Binoculars are available for borrowing---just email the leader in advance so they know how many extra pairs to bring. Created by MVSD in […]

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  • MDBA Field Trip — Moorhen + McNabney Marshes

    Mountain View Sanitary District 3800 Arthur Rd, Martinez, CA, United States

    Two trips this month! Mt. View Sanitary District has offered MDBA special access for a Saturday visit. Both trips will be open to the public, and are very suitable for beginning birders. Binoculars are available for borrowing---just email the leader in advance so they know how many extra pairs to bring. Created by MVSD in […]

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  • MDBA Field Trip — Contra Loma Regional Park

    Contra Loma Reservoir 1200 Frederickson Ln, Antioch, CA, United States

    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. Rating: Category 2, Moderate. About a mile walk, some of it on turf. Elevation change: Minor Leader: Mona Lange Meet: Contra Loma Regional Park, Channel Point Parking […]

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    Monthly Program: April 2025

    The Camellia Room at The Gardens at Heather Farm 1540 Marchbanks Drive, Walnut Creek, CA, United States

    Birds of Prey Live Animal Presentation Lindsay Wildlife Experience   Mount Diablo Bird Alliance will meet Thursday, April 3 in the Camellia Room at the Gardens at Heather Farm, 1540 Marchbanks Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94598. 6:30 PM Doors Open 7:00 PM Announcements 7:15 PM Refreshments and Raffle 7:30 PM Main Program: Live Raptors *as a […]

  • MDBA Field Trip — North Briones

    Briones Regional Park (North) XV37+VX, Martinez, CA, United States

    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, with about 3 miles round trip over hilly trails. Bring liquids & a snack if you like. Trail Rating: Category 3 - uphill climb Elevation change: […]

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  • MDBA Field Trip — Black Diamond Mines

    Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve X45P+PP, Antioch, CA, United States

    This trip includes a steep climb up a rocky 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! Footing can be tricky---be advised! There is no guarantee on finding the wrens, but we will […]

  • MDBA Field Trip — Mitchell Canyon

    Mitchell Canyon 96 Mitchell Canyon Road, Clayton, CA, United States

    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. Trail Rating: Category 3. 3+ miles on a potentially hot, dusty trail. Elevation change: up to 400 feet Leader: Sandy Ritchie, (925) 381-2514 […]

    $6

  • MDBA Field Trip — Del Puerto Canyon

    Del Puerto Canyon Rd & Diablo Grande Pkwy Del Puerto Canyon Rd, Patterson, CA, United States

    As we drive along Del Puerto Canyon, on the east side of the Diablo Range, we'll be looking for Canyon Wren, Costa’ s Hummingbird, Greater Roadrunner, and other goodies. It can get very warm! Bring lunch and plenty of liquids as this trip takes us further from conveniences that most of our outings. Trail Rating: […]

  • MDBA Field Trip — Mitchell Canyon II

    Mitchell Canyon 96 Mitchell Canyon Road, Clayton, CA, United States

    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. Bring a lunch too, if you'd like to sit down and eat with the group at the end of the trip. Trail Rating: […]

    $6

  • MDBA Field Trip — Pine Canyon

    Diablo Foothills Regional Park Trailhead Parking 1700 Castle Rock Rd, Walnut Creek

    This fieldtrip is good for birders of all levels, including beginners. Pine 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. Warbling Vireos along with their cousins, […]

  • MDBA Field Trip — Lagoon Valley & Pena Adobe

    Peña Adobe Regional Park 4699 Peña Adobe Rd., Vacaville, CA

    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. After exploring Pena Adobe we will drive to Lagoon […]

    $5

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    Monthly Program: May 2025

    The Camellia Room at The Gardens at Heather Farm 1540 Marchbanks Drive, Walnut Creek, CA, United States

    California Condors – Conservation and Return to Mount Diablo Juan Pablo Galván Martínez   Mount Diablo Bird Alliance will meet Thursday, May 1 in the Camellia Room at the Gardens at Heather Farm, 1540 Marchbanks Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94598. 6:30 PM Doors Open 7:00 PM Announcements 7:15 PM Refreshments and Raffle 7:30 PM Main Program: […]

  • MDBA Field Trip — Putah Creek at Pedrick Road

    Putah Creek Parking Lot Putah Creek Parking Lot, Davis, CA

    This delightful, fairly short stretch of Putah Creek (~3/4 miles), can be very productive during Spring migration. It's a fairly easy walk through lovely riparian right down in the creek bed. And the occasional sandy stretch will often host several species of birds bathing in the shallows. Expect to find a nice selection of warblers: […]

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  • MDBA Field Trip — A Sunset Bird Walk on the Martinez Shoreline

    87 N Court St, Martinez, CA 94553 87 N Court St., Martinez, CA

    For this trip, we’ll be taking a leisurely sunset walk around the lagoon and shoreline of Radke Martinez Regional Shoreline Park. This flat, unpaved trail meanders through a habitat mosaic of urban parkland, saltmarsh, and seashore. It’s a good outing for beginner birders to see a diverse mix of common northern California species at fairly […]

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