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SUMMARY:Monthly Program: May 2022
DESCRIPTION:Main Program:\nSoundscapes to Landscapes\nDr. Leo Salas and David Leland \nThe earth’s biodiversity and associated ecosystem services are in a severe state of decline due to human pressure\, however\, our knowledge of these changes and impacts is often incomplete and limited to few and small areas. Join us to learn how Soundscapes to Landscapes is using a combination of multiple technologies and the power of citizen/community scientists to fill this data gap – starting with a focus on Sonoma County bird diversity. Soundscapes to Landscapes (S2L) is a science-based project that seeks to advance the monitoring of animal biodiversity across large areas using audio recorders\, Earth-observing sensors\, and Artificial Intelligence. In this special presentation\, we will hear from two of the Soundscapes to Landscapes team members about their innovative approach and some of their findings thus far. \nDr. Leo Salas is a Quantitative Ecologist in the Ecoinformatics and Climate Solutions group at Point Blue Conservation Science. Originally from Venezuela\, he obtained his MSc in Wildlife Conservation and PhD in Organismic and Evolutionary Biology from the University of Massachusetts\, Amherst. He has worked with a variety of organisms and ecosystems\, and specializes in novel data analysis methods\, and modeling biological systems at large spatial and temporal scales\, including future climate scenarios. David Leland is a member of Madrone Audubon\, National Audubon\, and Redwood Regional Ornithological Society. He has been on the S2L team since 2017\, participating in community outreach\, field placement of recorders\, analysis of recordings to identify bird species present\, and development of models for individual species of interest. In addition\, he is also working with his Sonoma County community on ways to reduce carbon emissions. \nDavid Leland \nDr. Leo Salas
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/monthly-program-may/
LOCATION:Zoom\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ariana Rickard":MAILTO:arianajrickard@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220509T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220509T130000
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SUMMARY:MDAS Field Trip -- West Briones Regional Park
DESCRIPTION:West Briones Regional Park  \nMonday\, May 9\, 8 AM to 1 PM  \nLeader: Mike Marchiano\, 925-372-6328 \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\, often the first viewings of the year for most of us.  \nBring water and snacks.  \nRating: Category 2–moderate hiking  \nElevation change: 200 feet  \nLeader: Mike Marchiano\, 925-372-6328  \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 for this event HERE starting on 4/24. Participants 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-2022/
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:20220602T190000
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SUMMARY:Monthly Program: June 2022
DESCRIPTION:Birding Information: Local Birds from MDAS Photo Contests\nKrista Vossekuil\, MDAS Education Chair \nKrista Vossekuil will share some of the photos from the MDAS Photo Contests! Check out all the amazing entries and enjoy pictures of some of our incredible local birds. \nBullock’s Orioles\, Morgan Territory\, photo by Jerry Britten \nMain Program:\nEmperors of the Ice: Ecology and physiology of an iconic Antarctic predator\, the emperor penguin\nDr. Gitte McDonald \nEmperor penguins are the largest species of marine bird\, and perhaps because of its size\, it is able to fast longer\, dive deeper\, and endure harsher conditions than any other avian species. As a top predator in the Antarctic ecosystem\, they have a significant top-down effect on prey. Additionally\, as top predators\, their survival and reproduction depends on the functioning of the entire food web. \nJoin Gitte McDonald as she talks about her research expeditions to the Ross Sea to study the ecology and physiology of emperor penguins. She will start off with an introduction on basic biology and ecology of emperor penguins before talking about current research on the behavioral and physiological adaptations that allow them to thrive in the Antarctic ecosystem. The talk will conclude with a discussion of current and future challenges. \nAs a physiological and behavioral ecologist\, Dr. Gitte McDonald investigates adaptations that allow animals to survive in extreme environments. Marine mammals and birds provide an ideal study system to investigate how animals deal with extreme conditions because of their large size variation\, geographic distribution and physiological challenges they face on a daily basis including hypoxia\, extreme temperatures\, and fasting. Understanding the mechanisms that allow an organism to interact and survive in its environment is crucial for predicting\, and potentially mitigating\, their response to climate change. Her research has provided opportunities to work with a broad range of species in a diversity of habitats from the Antarctic to the Galapagos. \n\nGitte McDonald\, photo by Greg Marshall
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/monthly-program-june/
LOCATION:The Camellia Room at The Gardens at Heather Farm\, 1540 Marchbanks Drive\, Walnut Creek\, CA\, 94598\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ariana Rickard":MAILTO:arianajrickard@gmail.com
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220604T150000
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SUMMARY:MDAS Field Trip -- Outer Point Reyes
DESCRIPTION:Outer Point Reyes\nSaturday\, June 4\, 8:30 AM to 3 PM\nLeaders:  Hugh Harvey and Beth Branthaver \nThis is a trip to see some spring birds\, and visit some of the migrant traps.  We will stop at the lighthouse overlook and spend some time above the fish docks.  Bring water and lunch. \nRating: Category 1 — some walking through grass under trees and on paved roads\nElevation change:  N/A\nLeader:  Hugh Harvey\, 925-935-2979\, Beth Branthaver\, 510-502-4860\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\, stop for coffee and pastries at the Bovine Bakery\, then drive to Olema and the Visitor Center.  From 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. \nThis field trip is limited to 10 participants.  Register for this event HERE starting on 5/22.  Participants must acknowledge the MDAS Liability Waiver (available during registration). \n(Western bluebird photo by Jerry Britten)
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/outer-point-reyes-jun-2022/
LOCATION:Bear Valley Visitor Center\, 25RX+CV\, Inverness\, CA\, 94956\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220611T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220612T130000
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SUMMARY:MDAS Field Trip -- Yuba Pass (2-day outing)
DESCRIPTION:Yuba Pass\nSaturday-Sunday\, June 11-12\, 7 AM Saturday to 1 PM Sunday\nLeaders: Hugh and Rosita Harvey \nThis is always a productive and well-favored weekend trip to the northern Sierra which requires driving and walking\, some of it over rough terrain. Saturday we will bird in the Sierra Valley for basin birds.  Sunday we will be birding in the Yuba Pass area for mountain birds. \nRating: Category 2–Walking at high elevation\nElevation change:  N/A\nLeader:  Hugh and Rosita Harvey\, 925-935-2979\nMeet:  Yuba Pass parking lot at top of Hwy 49 \nDirections:  Yuba Pass is located at 6700 feet of elevation and a popular place to see many species of California’s mountain birds.  It is north of Truckee on Hwy 49\, between Sierraville and Sierra City.  Saturday we will bird around the Sierra Valley\, Sunday we will be in the mountains. \nCampgrounds are closed except for possibly Sardine Lake.  Hotels are: Sierra PInes Resort (530-862-1151)\, this is the largest accommodation in Sierra City; The Buttes Resort (530-862-1170); Bassetts Station (530-862-1297); Yuba River Inn (530-862-1122).  Best to make reservations early. \nThis field trip will be limited to 15 participants. Register for this event HERE starting on 4/24. Participants must acknowledge the MDAS Liability Waiver (available during registration). \n(Cassin’s Finch photo by Jerry Britten)
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/yuba-pass-june-2022/
LOCATION:Yuba Pass\, Yuba Pass\, Yuba Pass Road\, Calpine\, CA\, 96124\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220625T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220625T160000
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SUMMARY:13th Annual Martinez Beaver Festival
DESCRIPTION:Come show your support for urban beavers and visit the Mt. Diablo Audubon Society booth and other favorite nature organizations at the 13th annual Martinez Beaver Festival.
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/13th-annual-martinez-beaver-festival/
LOCATION:Susana Park\, Estudillo St. & Susana St.\, Martinez\, CA\, 94553
ORGANIZER;CN="Worth A Dam":MAILTO:mtzbeavers@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220820T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220820T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160602
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SUMMARY:MDAS Field Trip -- Bodega Bay
DESCRIPTION:Bodega Bay\nSaturday\, August 20\, 9 AM to 3 PM\nLeader:  Hugh Harvey\, 925-935-2979\n\nThe last trip of our field trip calendar\, but sometimes considered the first trip for fall birding.  At Bodega Bay are flocks of shorebirds including Black Oystercatcher\, Wandering Tattler\, Marbled Godwit\, as well as tern\, gulls\, cormorants\, near-shore pelagics and more.  Bring liquids\, lunch and sunscreen. \nRating: Category 1–moderate walking\nElevation change: N/A\nLeader:  Hugh Harvey\, 925-935-2979\nMeet: 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\, tur 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. Bring lunch\, liquids and sunscreen. \nThis field trip is not limited to participants.  Register for this event HERE starting on 5/22.  Participants must acknowledge the MDAS Liability Waiver (available during registration).
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/bodega-bay-aug-2022/
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:20220901T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220901T113000
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SUMMARY:MDAS Field Trip — Jewel Lake
DESCRIPTION:Jewel Lake\, Tilden Nature Area\, Berkeley\nThursday September 1\, 7:30am – 11:30am \nA 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 an early Varied Thrush. \nHike Rating:  Category 1 – Easy\nElevation change:  slight\nLeader:  Matt Tarlach\, 925-482-6129\nMeet:  Parking lot at Tilden Nature Area\nGPS: 37.908534\, -122.264268 \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; turn Right on Muir in 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. \nThis hike is limited to 20 participants. Register for this event HERE:\nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/392114463917 \nAll field trips require registration and may have a limit on the total number of participants. Participants must acknowledge the MDAS Liability Waiver (available during registration). \n(Wilson’s Warbler photo by Maren Smith)
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/jewel-lake-sep-2022/
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:20220901T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220901T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160602
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220816T190357Z
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SUMMARY:Monthly Program: September 2022
DESCRIPTION:Birding Information: Eagle Scout Nest Box Projects\nGeorgette Howington\, Nest box monitor for the California Bluebird Recovery Program \nGeorgette Howington will introduce several Eagle Scouts who completed Nest Box and other projects to help birds and wildlife in our community. Be inspired by their hard work and ingenuity! \nMain Program:\nA Gallop Through the Galapagos\nWayne Narr \nThe Galapagos Islands sit in isolation more than 1000 km west of northern South America. This small\, remote archipelago has had a strong impact on us as observers of nature. Its fauna provided a key to our understanding of biological evolution thanks to the islands’ isolation and the efforts of many scientists\, including Charles Darwin during his visit on the HMS Beagle. Wayne Narr will review the tectonics that shaped the island’s presence and briefly discuss how the geology set the stage for our understanding of organic evolution. Then we will discuss Mr. Darwin. Finally\, we’ll enjoy many images that show the splendor of some of the engaging and lovely animals (mainly birds) that comprise the Galapagos Island’s ecosystem and the beautiful landscapes they inhabit. The animals really do tolerate close encounters with humans. \nWayne Narr is a photography enthusiast\, a novice bird-watcher\, and a geologist with PhD\, MS\, and BS degrees in geology. He retired from a long career with Chevron where he did oil exploration\, geological research\, and technical consulting. He lives with his wife\, Sandy – a retired elementary school teacher – in Danville\, where they’ve been members of MDAS for five years. \n\nCactus on basalt\, photo by Wayne Narr
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/monthly-program-september/
LOCATION:Lakeside Room of the Heather Farm Community Center at Heather Farm\, 301 N. San Carlos Drive\, Walnut Creek\, CA\, 94598\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ariana Rickard":MAILTO:arianajrickard@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220910T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220910T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160602
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SUMMARY:Antioch Dunes National Wildlife Refuge
DESCRIPTION:Antioch Dunes National Wildlife Refuge–Docent-led public tour\nSaturday\, September 10\, 10 AM to 11 AM\nMDAS Coordinator:  Hugh Harvey\n\nAntioch Dunes is the only unit of the National Wildlife Refuge system in Contra Costa County.  It was set aside for two plants and a butterfly; Contra Costa Wallflower\, Antioch Dunes Evening Primrose and Lang’s Metalmark Butterfly.  The refuge is in two properties.  The second Saturday of every month a docent leads the public around the Stamm Unit. \nLearn history of the refuge\, see some of the biology and walk on access roads around the dunes during a one-hour walk\, sometimes a little longer. \nRating: Category 2–walking on dirt/sandy roads in warm weather\, no shade\nElevation change: N/A\nMDAS Coordinator: Hugh Harvey\, 925-935-2979\nMeet: Antioch Dunes gate\, Fulton Shipyard Road \nDirections: From CA 4 exit at A Street in Antioch\, drive north about a mile to Wilbur Avenue\, then turn right.  Drive about 1/2 mile and turn left onto Fulton Shipyard Road.  Cross the railroad tracks and look for the gate on the right.  Bring water. \nNo registration necessary\, and no limit on participants. For more info\, visit https://www.fws.gov/refuge/antioch-dunes.
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/antioch-dunes-national-wildlife-refuge-sep-2022/
LOCATION:Antioch Dunes National Wildlife Refuge\, 2683+CH\, Antioch\, CA
CATEGORIES:Birding,Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220915T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220915T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160602
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SUMMARY:MDAS Field Trip — Vaux's Swifts at McNear Brickyard
DESCRIPTION:Vaux’s Swifts at McNear Brickyard\nThursday\, September 15\, 5 PM to dark\nLeader: Hugh and Rosita Harvey\, 925-935-2979 \nEvery fall when Vaux’s Swifts fly to Central and northern South America\, they pass through the Bay Area and take advantage of chimneys for evening roosts.  Two well-known locations are in Healdsburg and San Rafael.  Due to its proximity\, the MDAS trip this year will visit McNear Brickyard in San Rafael.  This is our first trip to this site.  We may easily see more than 10\,000 swifts enter a tall brick chimney. \nRating: Category 1 — short walk and sitting\nElevation change: N/A\nLeader: Hugh and Rosita Harvey\, 925-935-2979\nMeet: McNear Brickyard in San Rafael \nDirections: Drive to San Rafael and exit Hwy 101 at 3rd Street near the downtown area when driving north–4th street when driving south.  Turn east onto 3rd Street which becomes Point San Pedro Road.  Drive about 5-1/2 miles and look for the entry road to McNear Brickyard.  Turn right and park on the side of the road before the closed gate. \nWe shall arrive while it is still light\, then watch the Swifts circle before they enter the chimney.  Bring a lawn chair and take-out dinner.  We shall eat while waiting for the big show.  Call leaders for exact details. \nThis field trip is limited to 13 participants.  Register for this event HERE:\nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/401539735157/ \nParticipants must acknowledge the MDAS Liability Waiver (available during registration). \n(Vaux’s Swifts photo by Maren Smith)
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/vauxs-swifts-mcnear-brickyard-sep-2022/
LOCATION:McNear Brickyard\, 1 McNear Brickyard Rd.\, San Rafael\, CA\, 94901
CATEGORIES:Birding,Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220917T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220917T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160602
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SUMMARY:MDAS Field Trip — Frank’s Dump
DESCRIPTION:Hayward Regional Shoreline – Frank’s Dump\nSaturday September 17\, 2:30pm – 5:30pm \nWe will meet at the very end of Winton Ave\, walk out to the Bay Trail and head north. We should arrive at Frank’s Dump – a major high tide roost for shorebirds – when the tide has been coming in for about 4 hours\, and with the afternoon sun at our backs for good viewing. We’ll walk about 3 miles on flat\, unpaved trails.\nBirders of all levels welcome! \nHike Rating:  Category 2 – Easy paths\, with 3 miles round trip distance\nElevation change:  N/A\nLeader:  Maureen Lahiff\, 510-484-6529\nMeet:  Hayward Regional Shoreline\, parking lot at end of Winton Ave.\nhttps://goo.gl/maps/HLVbFgiD6nKHW1Bj9 \nDirections: From I-880\, take exit 28 for Winton Avenue and drive west all the way to the end of Winton and into the Hayward Shoreline area. At the EB Parks sign at the end of the road\, turn to the right to the parking area near the restroom and the gate across the trail. (If that lot is full\, drive back to park along the road.) \nBring water and snacks. There is no shade on the trail\, so bring appropriate clothing and sunscreen. There is a pit toilet at the Winton Ave lot. \nThis hike is limited to 25 participants. Register for this event HERE:\nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/392821057357 \nAll field trips require registration and may have a limit on the total number of participants. Participants must acknowledge the MDAS Liability Waiver (available during registration).
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/franks-dump-sep-2022/
LOCATION:Hayward Regional Shoreline\, 3010 W. Winton Ave\, Hayward\, CA\, 94545\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220924T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220924T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160602
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SUMMARY:MDAS Field Trip — Birding by Bike at Clifton Court Forebay
DESCRIPTION:Birding by Bike at Clifton Court Forebay\nSaturday September 24\, 2022\, 7:30am-1:30pm \nHave a bicycle\, e-bike or scooter\, and like to bird? Join MDAS at Clifton Court Reservoir in eastern\nContra Costa County\, where we will do an out-and-back biking/birding trip of approximately 10 miles on\na flat\, paved levee road to see a myriad of bird species. Those who are equipped for it can also navigate\na 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\nDelta-Mendota canal. The reservoir itself can hold staggering numbers of waterfowl and gulls\, and\nthe surrounding habitat of slough\, marshland\, grassland\, scrub and riparian woods is very productive. It is\nnot uncommon to record 60-80 species of birds in a single outing\, and the place is a magnet for rarities\,\nespecially in fall. There are also excellent chances to see river otters\, coyotes\, resident sea lions and\neven a beaver if we’re lucky. \nTrip is approximately 5 hours\, although participants can turn back at any time. There is plenty of free\nparking at the Forebay\, but no restroom facilities or potable water. Participant must be able to transport their own\nbike/scooter to the site. It can be windy out there\, but is pleasant most of the time. We will monitor\nthe forecast\, gale-force winds will cancel. Bring layers\, sunscreen\, water and a snack or lunch for when we get back to the cars. \nHike Rating:  N/A. Bicycle/scooter trip\nElevation change:  N/A\nLeader:  Jerry Britten\nMeet: Parking lot at the end of Clifton Court Road\nGPS: 37.8378308046695\, -121.59322207166935 \nDirections: From highway J4 approximately 2 miles southeast of Byron\, turn left on Clifton Court road and drive out to the end. \nThis trip is limited to 15 participants. Register for this event HERE:\nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/birding-by-bike-at-clifton-court-forebay-tickets-401666444147 \n(Photo by Jerry Britten)
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/birding-by-bike-clifton-court-forebay-oct-2022/
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:20221001T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221001T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160602
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SUMMARY:MDAS Field Trip — Outer Point Reyes
DESCRIPTION:Outer Point Reyes\, Marin coast\nSaturday October 1\, 8:30am – 1pm \nThe Outer Point Reyes area is a wonderful place to find fall migrants\, many of them Eastern passerine vagrants. Warblers spotted here have included Blackburnian\, Blackpoll\, Chestnut-sided\, Connecticut\, Black-and-white\, Magnolia\, Prothonotary\, Yellow-throated\, and Black-throated Blue. We have seen Yellow-green\, Red-eyed and White-eyed Vireos\, Orchard Orioles\, Ovenbirds\, American Redstarts\, Rose-breasted Grosbeaks\, Peregrine Falcons\, and Broad-winged Hawks. In the water we usually have Common Murres\, Pigeon Guillemots\, Cormorants\, and Loons. The chance to see migrants is very much dependent on the weather; the absence of winds from the northwest and an overcast night sky will help trap these land birds at the Outer Point. \nMeet at 8:30 am at Bear Valley Visitor Center in Olema. Weather is unpredictable\, bring layers and be prepared for damp wind. Gale cancels. Bring lunch and liquids. \nHike Rating:  Category 2 – Moderate\nElevation change:  Minor\nLeader:  Matt Tarlach (925-482-6129)\, Tracy Farrington\nMeet:  Bear Valley Visitor Center\, Olema\nGPS: 38.04015134873366\, -122.79957253617275 \nDirections: After crossing the San Rafael Bridge\, go north on 101 to Lucas Valley Road. Drive toward Nicasio. \nAfter passing the town\, turn left on Point Reyes-Petaluma Road for 3 miles to another stop sign.\nTurn right across the bridge\, go 3 miles to SR 1.\nTurn left into Point Reyes Station. Some enjoy stopping at the Bovine Bakery for coffee and pastries.\nContinue out of town towards Olema\, then turn right onto Bear Valley Road. The Visitor Center is off Bear Valley. \nThis hike is limited to 15 participants. Register for this event HERE:\nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/outer-point-reyes-tickets-401672642687 \nAll field trips require registration and may have a limit on the total number of participants. Participants must acknowledge the MDAS Liability Waiver (available during registration).
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/outer-point-reyes-oct-2022/
LOCATION:Bear Valley Visitor Center\, 25RX+CV\, Inverness\, CA\, 94956\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221005T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221005T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160602
CREATED:20220815T040839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220815T071814Z
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SUMMARY:MDAS Field Trip — Elsie Roemer Bird Sanctuary
DESCRIPTION:Elsie Roemer Bird Sanctuary\, Alameda\nWednesday October 5\, 9am – 1pm\n \nA visit to the Alameda shoreline as the tide rises should produce good views of shorebirds. A viewing platform and trails will give us excellent opportunities to study these birds at close range. We may drive to other nearby locations for additional birding.\nHike Rating:  Category 1 – Easy\nElevation change:  N/A\nLeader:  Hugh Harvey\, (925) 935-2979\nMeet:  Elsie Roemer Bird Sanctuary\, Broadway and Shoreline\, Alameda\, CA 94501\nGPS: 37.753096130035445\, -122.24728246225817 \nDirections: From Hwy 880 take exit 39A.\nAfter exiting\, turn right on Fruitvale Ave.\nTake Fruitvale over the bridge into Alameda\nTurn left on Broadway\, and continue through Alameda to Shore Line Drive. Consider parking along Broadway just before the intersection.\nMeet at the observation deck off of Shore Line Drive. \nThis trip is limited to 15 participants. Register for this event HERE:\nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/elsie-roemer-bird-sanctuary-tickets-392120090747 \nAll field trips require registration and may have a limit on the total number of participants. Participants must acknowledge the MDAS Liability Waiver (available during registration). \n\n(Long-billed Curlew photo by Rosita Harvey) \n 
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/elsie-roemer-oct-2022/
LOCATION:Elsie Roemer Bird Sanctuary\, Shore Line Drive\, Broadway\, Alameda\, CA\, 94501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221006T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221006T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160602
CREATED:20220921T160618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220928T160442Z
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SUMMARY:Monthly Program: October 2022
DESCRIPTION:Birding Information: MDAS President Jerry Britten will present highlights of his summer Alaskan birding trip to the High Arctic Tundra and the Anchorage area. \nMain Program:\nGardening for Birds with California Native Plants\nEddie Bartley and Noreen Weeden \nYou can have a beautiful native plant garden that attracts amazing birds\, butterflies and other wildlife. Learn about the benefits of local\, native plants and some of the wonderful birds that are drawn to this place and to these plants. We will discuss what migrating and resident birds need and how to provide what the birds are seeking. \nWhile there are hundreds of bird species that have been observed in Contra Costa County\, learn which native plants attract which bird species and why they are attracted to them. This presentation will cover what to think about in designing your backyard and when to plant. This will inspire you to have an awesome variety of native plants for birds. Golden Gate Audubon and the California Native Plant Society have partnered on Plants for Birds which promotes several local native plants that attract local birds and are available at local nurseries. The Plants for Birds program is all about local and each year more plants are added so that you can grow your garden while increasing biodiversity. \nEddie Bartley and Noreen Weeden are both active volunteers with the Golden Gate Audubon Society\, California Native Plant Society (CNPS)\, and with the Golden Gate Raptor Observatory.\nEddie is President of the Yerba Buena chapter of CNPS and the Farallones Islands Foundation. He is an avian researcher and instructor for the California Academy of Sciences and Golden Gate Audubon. Noreen Weeden was formerly Volunteer Director with Golden Gate Audubon and managed a habitat restoration project. She is on the board of Yerba Buena CNPS. Both Eddie and Noreen regularly lead natural history field trips. They can often be found in California’s natural areas birding\, removing weeds and tending native plants. \n\nLazuli Bunting\, photo by Eddie Bartley and Noreen Weeden \nWebinar Access Info:\n\n\n\n\n\nDate:\nOct 6\, 2022 7:00 PM Pacific Time\n\n\nTime:\n7:00 PM–8:30 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)\n\n\nLocation:\nZoom online meeting\n\n\nAccess:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/85230197486?pwd=Z1hVZlpycFFmeDVtOVo2dDZBTTVCUT09\n\n\nMeeting ID:\n852 3019 7486\n\n\nPasscode:\n907370\n\n\nPhone access:\nOne tap mobile\n+16694449171\,\,85230197486#\,\,\,\,*907370# US\n+16699006833\,\,85230197486#\,\,\,\,*907370# US (San Jose) \nDial by your location\n+1 669 444 9171 US\n+1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose)\n+1 408 638 0968 US (San Jose)\n+1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)\n+1 719 359 4580 US\n+1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)\n+1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC)\n+1 309 205 3325 US\n+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)\n+1 386 347 5053 US\n+1 564 217 2000 US\n+1 646 876 9923 US (New York)\n+1 646 931 3860 US \nMeeting ID: 852 3019 7486\nPasscode: 907370 \nFind your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kes5ZROHtA
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/monthly-program-october/
LOCATION:Zoom\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ariana Rickard":MAILTO:arianajrickard@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221008T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221008T120000
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SUMMARY:MDAS/SMD Field Trip—Curry Canyon
DESCRIPTION:Mount 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’ll be looking for fall migrants\, arriving wintering birds\, 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. \nLand: Save Mount Diablo\nRating: Moderate\nDistance: 4-5 miles\nElevation change: 200’\nLeader: Jerry Britten\, Save Mount Diablo Hike Leader\nMeet: Address Provided After Registration \nRegister for this field trip HERE\, beginning August 8th at 10am. This field trip is limited to 20 participants. \nPhoto: Hermit Thrush by Jerry Britten
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/hike-through-curry-canyon-oct-2022/
LOCATION:Curry Canyon Ranch
CATEGORIES:Birding,Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221015T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221015T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160602
CREATED:20220922T045146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220922T054249Z
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SUMMARY:MDAS Field Trip — Five Brooks & Bear Valley
DESCRIPTION:Five Brooks/Bear Valley\, West Marin County\nSaturday October 15\, 9:00am – 1pm\n\nThis trip visits two inland areas near Point Reyes\, environments of trees and meadows that are miles from the windswept dunes. Five Brooks is a reliable location for California Quail. All sorts of interesting birds show up around the pond at Five Brooks: Wood Ducks\, Wilson’s Snipe\, a Merlin hawking dragonflies. Some years there are good numbers of Varied Thrush at Bear Valley.Weather is unpredictable\, so dress in layers. Bring water and trail snacks. \nHike Rating:  Category 2 – Moderate. Walking on mostly level trails\, about a mile at each site.\nElevation change:  Minor\nLeader:  Maureen Lahiff\, 510.484.6529\, MLahiff@aol.com\nMeet:  Five Brooks Trailhead\, which is about 4 miles south of the intersection of Sir Francis Drake Blvd and California Highway 1 in Olema.\nGPS: 37.9974\, -122.7579 \n\nThis hike is limited to 20 participants. All field trips require registration and may have a limit on the total number of participants. Participants must acknowledge the MDAS Liability Waiver (available during registration). Register for this event HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/five-brooks-bear-valley-tickets-419665329297 \nDirections: After crossing the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge\, take Hwy 101 north to Lucas Valley Road. Take Lucas Valley Road west about 10 miles until it ends at Nicasio Valley Road. Turn right\, go through Nicasio\, and turn left at the T-intersection with Point Reyes-Petaluma Road. In about 3 miles\, you will come to the intersection with the gaily painted Platform Bridge. Continue straight; when the road ends at Sir Francis Drake Blvd\, turn right. At the flashing stop light in Olema\, turn left on Hwy 1. In about 4 miles\, turn right on the gravel road to Five Brooks Trailhead. Drive all the way to the end\, curving around to the right. (This route is about 5 miles longer than taking Sir Francis Drake all the way\, but can actually take less time.) \n\nThere are park-style pit toilets at Five Brooks and full-service restrooms at Bear Valley Visitor Center\, about 5 miles away. \n(Varied Thrush photo by Isaac Aronow)
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/five-brooks-bear-valley-oct-2022/
LOCATION:Five Brooks Trailhead\, 8001 California 1\, Bolinas\, CA\, 94924\, 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:20221103T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221103T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160602
CREATED:20221019T223241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221019T224010Z
UID:7192-1667502000-1667509200@mtdiablobirds.org
SUMMARY:Monthly Program: November 2022
DESCRIPTION:Birding Information: Mt. Diablo Audubon Society is way ahead of a lot of other bird conservation groups. We help birds where they live year round\, not just where we see them around Diablo. Many of California’s birds are migratory\, and spend half the year south of the border. We financially support conservation groups in Latin America where birds winter\, but also where the species and habitats are much more numerous and diverse than around here. Juan Pablo Galván Martínez\, our Conservation Chair\, will share information about these special places and the groups we support\, and what a difference we’ve made in the lives of both birds and people in the biodiversity hotspots far to the south. \nMain Program:\nThe Secret Perfume of Birds\nDanielle Whittaker \nSmell has been called the most ancient sense\, yet the myth that birds have no sense of smell has persisted for nearly 200 years. Behavioral\, genomic\, and neurobiological work has demonstrated that\, like other animals\, birds can use smell to navigate\, find food\, avoid predators\, and even communicate with each other. The primary source of odors in most birds is preen oil\, a substance secreted by the uropygial gland and used by birds in grooming and maintaining their feathers. The compounds that make up these odors provide important information about a bird’s identity\, health\, breeding status\, aggressiveness\, and more. By smelling odors from this oil\, birds can recognize and assess potential mates and rivals. Dr. Danielle J Whittaker will discuss her research on dark-eyed juncos (Junco hyemalis)\, a widespread North American sparrow\, investigating how these odors are produced\, what they communicate\, and how they relate to bird behavior. Additionally\, she will draw connections to our understanding of the human sense of smell\, which has similarly been underestimated. \nDr. Whittaker is the author of The Secret Perfume of Birds\, published by Johns Hopkins University Press in 2022. Whittaker is an evolutionary biologist who has studied chemical communication in songbirds for over a decade. Formerly the Managing Director of the BEACON Center for the Study of Evolution in Action at Michigan State University\, she is now the Managing Director of the COLDEX Center for Oldest Ice Exploration at Oregon State University\, where she is learning about Antarctic ice cores and the study of paleoclimate. \n\nDanielle Whittaker. Photo by Nicole Cottom. \nWebinar Access Info:\n\n\n\n\n\nDate:\nNovember 3\, 2022 7:00 PM Pacific Time\n\n\nTime:\n7:00 PM–8:30 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)\n\n\nLocation:\nZoom online meeting\n\n\nAccess:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/82788395928?pwd=YVlzRUlERkRFNUI2QUw0SEZlc09sdz09\n\n\nMeeting ID:\n827 8839 5928\n\n\nPasscode:\n240549\n\n\nPhone access:\nOne tap mobile\n+14086380968\,\,82788395928#\,\,\,\,*240549# US (San Jose)\n+16694449171\,\,82788395928#\,\,\,\,*240549# USDial by your location\n+1 408 638 0968 US (San Jose)\n+1 669 444 9171 US\n+1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose)\n+1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)\n+1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)\n+1 719 359 4580 US\n+1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC)\n+1 309 205 3325 US\n+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)\n+1 360 209 5623 US\n+1 386 347 5053 US\n+1 564 217 2000 US\n+1 646 876 9923 US (New York)\n+1 646 931 3860 US\nMeeting ID: 827 8839 5928\nPasscode: 240549\nFind your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kbQjPvedXw
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/monthly-program-november-2/
LOCATION:Zoom\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ariana Rickard":MAILTO:arianajrickard@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221105T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221105T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160602
CREATED:20220922T052504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220922T053958Z
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SUMMARY:MDAS Field Trip — Palo Alto Baylands/Charleston Slough
DESCRIPTION:Palo Alto Baylands/Charleston Slough\nSaturday November 5\, 8:30am – 2pm \nWe see a variety of birds on the water on this trip. Locations might include Charleston Slough\, Shoreline Lake\, Palo Alto Baylands\, Alviso and Redwood Shores. \nHike Rating: Category 2 – Moderate. We do some walking\, 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 8:30 AM. \nThis hike is limited to 15 participants. All field trips require registration and may have a limit on the total number of participants. Participants must acknowledge the MDAS Liability Waiver (available during registration). Register for this event HERE:\nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/palo-alto-baylandscharleston-slough-tickets-421084173097 \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). Keep right at the fork; follow signs for Mission Blvd West and merge onto CA-262 South/Mission Blvd.\nContinue through two traffic lights and take I-880 ramp South. In 3 miles\, use the right two lanes to take CA-237 toward Mountain View. Connect to US-101 North toward San Francisco. Once on US-101 North\, take Exit 400C for San Antonio Road. Turn right on San Antonio. Continue for about 0.4 mile and turn right onto Terminal Road and park. Entrance to Palo Alto Baylands is on left. There is a bathroom at the entrance. Drive time is about one hour/ 5 minutes from Walnut Creek/Danville.\nBring lunch! \n(American Avocets photo by Maren Smith)
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/palo-alto-baylands-charleston-slough-nov-2022/
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:20221115T081500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221115T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160602
CREATED:20220922T054340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220922T055406Z
UID:7144-1668500100-1668513600@mtdiablobirds.org
SUMMARY:MDAS Field Trip — Shadow Cliffs Regional Park
DESCRIPTION:Shadow Cliffs Regional Park\nTuesday\, November 15\, 8:15am – Noon \nExpect to see a good variety of different birds. In years past Bald Eagles\, Osprey\, Herons\, Kingfishers\, various ducks; Owls\, Hawks\, Grackle and many smaller birds have all been seen here. \nHike rating: 1 – Easy\nElevation change: Minor\nLeader: Steve Taylor\, 925-828-8810\nMeet: at the park at 8:15am\, in the parking lot to the left side after passing the Kiosk. There is an entrance fee\, currently $6\, or you can use your East Bay Regional Park pass. \nThis hike is limited to 20 participants. All field trips require registration and participants must acknowledge the MDAS Liability Waiver (available during registration). Register for this event HERE:\nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/shadow-cliffs-regional-park-tickets-421091093797 \nDirections: To reach Shadow Cliffs drive South on Highway 680 and then East on Highway 580. Take the Santa Rita Exit and go right. Drive about a mile South to Valley Ave.. make a left on Valley Ave and in less than a half mile make a left on Stanley The park entrance will be on your right about a mile on Stanley. \n(Red-breasted Sapsucker photo by Isaac Aronow)
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/shadow-cliffs-regional-park-nov-2022/
LOCATION:Shadow Cliffs Regional Recreation Area\, 2500 Stanley Blvd\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94566\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221122T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221122T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160602
CREATED:20221018T032112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221018T034346Z
UID:7160-1669107600-1669118400@mtdiablobirds.org
SUMMARY:MDAS Field Trip -- MVSD - McNabney & Moorhen Marshes
DESCRIPTION:MVSD – McNabney and Moorhen Marshes\nTuesday\, November 22\, 9am – Noon \nWe 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. \nHike Rating: 2 – Moderate. Almost entirely flat\, but over half a mile of walking around the ponds.\nElevation change: N/A\nLeader: Randy Huey\, please call to confirm: 925-518-8439\nMeet: Meet at Mt. View Sanitary Visitor Center at 9:00 AM \nThis hike is limited to 15 participants. All field trips require registration and participants must acknowledge the MDAS Liability Waiver (available during registration). Registration at this link\, beginning two weeks before and closing two nights before the trip:\nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/mt-view-sanitarymcnabney-marsh-tickets-440164603177 \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. \n \nExit 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. \n(Snowy Egret photo by Beth Branthaver)
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/mdas-field-trip-mvsd-mcnabney-moorhen-marshes-nov-2022/
LOCATION:Mountain View Sanitary District\, 3800 Arthur Rd\, Martinez\, CA\, 94553\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conservation,Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221201T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221201T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160602
CREATED:20221123T005549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221123T010604Z
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SUMMARY:Monthly Program: December 2022
DESCRIPTION:Birding Information: The Race to Bring Northern White Rhinos Back from the Brink of Extinction\nJill Hedgecock \nNorthern white rhinos were deemed functionally extinct in March 2018 after the death of Sudan\, the last male rhino. Currently\, only two females remain on the planet. Jill Hedgecock will describe science’s innovative solution to hopefully save the species. \nJill Hedgecock has long-standing roots with MDAS\, serving as the International Conservation Coordinator in the early 1990s. She has a master’s degree in Environmental Management from USF and has written two rhino-inspired suspense novels to promote awareness about the plight of rhinos. \nMain Program:\nHarmonizing Bird Conservation with Food Production in Farming Landscapes\nDaniel Karp \nA critical challenge for this century is transitioning towards sustainable farming systems that simultaneously produce food and conserve wildlife. Yet conservation scientists and practitioners have traditionally fixated on protected areas and overlooked opportunities for conserving wildlife alongside us in working landscapes. Dr. Daniel Karp uses ecological research to develop strategies for co-managing agriculture for bird conservation\, crop production\, and food-safety outcomes\, both in the tropics and here in California. For this talk\, Daniel will first discuss how climate change and habitat conversion are affecting tropical bird communities\, and how shifts in farming practices may mitigate their combined impacts. Then\, Daniel will shift his focus to California agricultural systems\, where birds play multiple roles on farms\, not only consuming crops and spreading foodborne diseases\, but also consuming crop pests. Daniel will outline his lab’s work striving to find ways to manage California birds and take advantage of the benefits they can provide farmers\, while minimizing harms to food production. \nDaniel Karp is an associate professor in the Department of Wildlife\, Fish\, and Conservation Biology at UC Davis. Daniel completed his Ph.D. in 2013 and undergraduate studies in 2009 at Stanford University’s Department of Biology. Following his graduate studies\, Daniel became an inaugural NatureNet postdoctoral fellow at the University of California\, Berkeley and the Nature Conservancy. He then received a Killam Postdoctoral Fellowship to conduct research at The University of British Colombia\, before beginning his position at UC Davis in 2017.
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/monthly-program-december-2/
LOCATION:McHale Room of the Pleasant Hill Community Center\, 320 Civic Drive\, Pleasant Hill\, 94523\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ariana Rickard":MAILTO:arianajrickard@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221203T081500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221203T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160602
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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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221204
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221205
DTSTAMP:20260403T160602
CREATED:20221119T161144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221129T061805Z
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SUMMARY:A Day with Richard Crossley
DESCRIPTION:A DAY WITH RICHARD CROSSLEY \nWild Birds Unlimited of Pleasant Hill is pleased to present\, A Day with Richard Crossley on Sunday\, December 4\, 2022. Please join us at the store for either a “Learning to Look – A Field Exercise” and/or the “Past\, Present and Future” talk and book signing. Richard Crossley is an internationally acclaimed birder\, photographer and award-winning author of “The Crossley ID Guide” series. \nTHESE ARE FREE EVENTS BUT RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED. Please email the store at wbursvp@gmail.com to RSVP for the following events: \nLearning to Look – A Field Exercise \n@ Wild Birds Unlimited\n692 Contra Costa Blvd.\nPleasant Hill\, CA 94523 \nProgram times:\n8:00am – 10:00am\n10:30am – 12:00pm \nProgram Description: You will enjoy an intimate setting connecting with nature. You will learn to look like the experts do with Richard. This program focuses on how to understand and interpret what you are seeing\, observe interesting behaviors and discover identification tricks of the birding trade! \nPast\, Present and Future \n@ Wild Birds Unlimited\n692 Contra Costa Blvd.\nPleasant Hill\, CA 94523 \nProgram time:\n1:00pm – 3:00pm \nProgram Description: Tales of lessons learned while growing up in the wild British birding scene\, from travels around the world\, to living in Japan and settling down in his birding utopia\, Cape May\, NJ. It will be a fast-paced story told in a Yorkshire brogue\, through a camera lens that loves color and art\, but with a strong point of view. \nWith humor and depth Richard will also highlight the thoughts behind the revolutionary ‘The Crossley ID Guide’ series to self-publishing his latest guide on Western Birds. He also talks about the positive impact of birds on people through Ornitherapy: For your Mind\, Body and Soul (co-authored with Holy Merker\, Sophie Crossley). \nCome and listen to Richard’s optimistic outlook for birding\, lifestyles and conservation. It’s sure to change the way you think! \nRichard will have all of his books available for sale during the programs. \n \nRICHARD CROSSLEY BIO \nRichard Crossley is an internationally acclaimed birder\, photographer and award-\nwinning author of ‘The Crossley ID Guide’ series. Born in Yorkshire\, he also lived in\nJapan\, and birded worldwide before settling down in the USA. \nAfter one of his frequent mid-life crises at the turn of the millennium\, Richard decided it\nwas time to spend less time obsessively birding and to focus on paying it forward.\nSometimes called crazy (his badge of honor)\, wildly passionate\, and driven\, Richard’s\nfocus is youth birding\, and connecting people to a fuller appreciation and understanding\nof nature. \nRichard’s recently published books The Crossley ID Guide: Western Birds\, The\nCrossley ID Guide: Waterfowl\, and Ornitherapy April 2021. These books continue to\nconnect us all to nature with a stronger appreciation and understanding of our\nsurroundings\, including their many health benefits. Self-published\, these new guides\nencourages all outdoor conservation groups to view each other as one. \nRichard also co-founded the global birding initiative Pledge to Fledge\, Race4Birds and\nThe Cape May Young Birders Club. He served on the board of directors at Hawk\nMountain Sanctuary. He has contributed to most major birding publications\, is frequently\nheard on radio\, and is a sought-after public speaker.
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/wbu-a-day-with-richard-crossley-dec-2022/
LOCATION:Wild Birds Unlimited\, Pleasant Hill\, 692 Contra Costa Blvd\, Pleasant Hill\, CA\, 94523\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="Wild Birds Unlimited":MAILTO:pleasanthillwbu@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221206T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221206T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160602
CREATED:20221115T055254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221115T060801Z
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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
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221208T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160602
CREATED:20221018T041447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221018T042938Z
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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
DTSTAMP:20260403T160602
CREATED:20221206T055523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221206T061434Z
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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
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221218
DTSTAMP:20260403T160602
CREATED:20221206T060610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221206T061408Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230105T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230105T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160603
CREATED:20221123T010614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221123T011319Z
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SUMMARY:Monthly Program: January 2023
DESCRIPTION:Birding Information: Highlights Of The 2022 Christmas Bird Counts \nJerry Britten\, MDAS President \nMt. Diablo Audubon Society President Jerry Britten will report highlights of the 2022 Christmas Bird Counts. \nMain Program:\nHighlights of a Career in Journalism\nJoan Morris \nJoan Morris will talk about the highs\, lows\, and crazy assignments she had during her 44-year career as a newspaper reporter and columnist — assignments that included a double homicide on her first day on the job\, a mass shooting in Concord on her shift covering night cops\, wading through ankle-deep water hours after a violent prison riot\, to the landing of the shuttle in a New Mexico desert\, launching a community garden\, and the biggest challenge of all\, taking over Gary Bogue’s column when he retired. Joan knew she wanted to write for newspapers in the 6th grade\, when her essay on the life of a pack rat was chosen to be “published” and placed in the school library. Did it get any better than that? Yeah\, it kind of did. Joan will talk about her career and how journalism changed over the years. \nJoan Morris started her career in 1978 at the Artesia (N.M.) Daily Press after graduating from the University of New Mexico with a BA in journalism. She later became chief of bureau for the El Paso Times’ Alamogordo and then Las Cruces bureaus. She joined the staff of what was the Contra Costa Times in 1988\, taking on a number of assignments including covering the death and dying beat. In 2006\, Joan became the Home & Garden editor for the Times\, and then as the paper was sold and merged with other newspapers\, for the Oakland Tribune and San Jose Mercury News. \nIn 2012\, Joan was asked to take over the pets and wildlife column\, replacing Gary Bogue\, who started the column 42 years earlier. Joan held that position until her retirement in mid-November 2022. She continues to write the column once a week for the East Bay Times and Mercury News. Joan lives in Brentwood. \n\nJoan Morris \nPhoto: Bay Area News Group \n  \nWebinar Access Info:\n\n\n\n\n\nDate:\nJanuary 5\, 2023 7:00 PM Pacific Time\n\n\nTime:\n7:00 PM–8:30 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)\n\n\nLocation:\nZoom online meeting\n\n\nAccess:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/88327456278?pwd=T1gzSlNHYVNFa1VqVSt6YmNCYWc0dz09\n\n\nMeeting ID:\n883 2745 6278\n\n\nPasscode:\n306228\n\n\nPhone access:\nOne tap mobile\n+14086380968\,\,88327456278#\,\,\,\,*306228# US (San Jose)\n+16694449171\,\,88327456278#\,\,\,\,*306228# USDial by your location\n+1 408 638 0968 US (San Jose)\n+1 669 444 9171 US\n+1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose)\n+1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)\n+1 719 359 4580 US\n+1 253 205 0468 US\n+1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)\n+1 386 347 5053 US\n+1 507 473 4847 US\n+1 564 217 2000 US\n+1 646 876 9923 US (New York)\n+1 646 931 3860 US\n+1 689 278 1000 US\n+1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC)\n+1 305 224 1968 US\n+1 309 205 3325 US\n+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)\n+1 360 209 5623 US \nMeeting ID: 883 2745 6278\nPasscode: 306228 \nFind your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kes5ZROHtA
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/monthly-program-january2023/
LOCATION:Zoom\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ariana Rickard":MAILTO:arianajrickard@gmail.com
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