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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
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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:20260406T162519
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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
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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
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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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ORGANIZER;CN="Maureen Lahiff":MAILTO:MLahiff@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220924T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220924T133000
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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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