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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
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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:20260407T010534
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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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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
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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
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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:20260407T010534
CREATED:20221206T060610Z
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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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