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SUMMARY:MDAS Field Trip -- Mount Diablo State Park
DESCRIPTION:Mount Diablo State Park\nTuesday\, May 2\, 8 AM to 1 PM \nMDSP is a treasure trove for birders. Although every season in the park has its special qualities\, late spring on the mountain has its own beauty\, as wildflowers add color to the vistas. Usually hot! Bring lunch and drinks. Many migrant and nesting species are possible including Sage Sparrows\, California Thrashers\, woodpeckers\, raptors and warblers. \nTrail Rating: 1– Easy walking\, mostly driving on mountain roads.\nElevation change: minimal\nLeader: Steve Taylor\, 925-828-8810 \nDirections: From I-680 southbound\, exit at El Pintado\, turn right and right again; park along the open space on left. From I-680 northbound\, exit El Cerro\, turn left\, then right at second light onto La Gonda. Continue 1/2 mile north on La Gonda from El Cerro to the wide section where there’s free parking. \nMeet at 8AM on La Gonda\, as described above. If you miss us there we’ll be passing through the Southgate entrance into the park at about 8:45AM\, after birding Southgate Road.\nPark Entry fee is required. \nDue to extremely tight parking at several stops along the mountain roads this field trip is limited to 12 participants. If there’s someone you’re comfortable sharing a car with\, that’s highly encouraged. \nParticipants must acknowledge the MDAS Liability Waiver (available during registration).\nRegister HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mount-diablo-state-park-tickets-584037591157 \n(California Scrub Jay photo by Bill Newton)
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/mount-diablo-state-park-apr-2023/
LOCATION:801 La Gonda Way\, Danville\, 801 La Gonda Way\, Danville\, CA\, 94526
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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SUMMARY:Monthly Program: May 2023
DESCRIPTION:The Magic of Central America: Costa Rica’s Birds and Ecology\n\nBenny Jacobs-Schwartz\n\n\nCosta Rica has long been regarded as one of the top tropical birding destinations in the world and with good reason! This small Central American country is roughly the size of West Virginia yet is home to ~5% of the world’s biodiversity\, 900+ species of birds with 47 avian endemics to the country! \nDuring our presentation\, we’ll visit a variety of ecosystems including the cloud forest\, the Caribbean lowlands\, the pacific dry forest\, and the ecological factors that have made Costa Rica the international birding mecca that it is! \nBenny Isaac Jacobs-Schwartz owns and operates a bird-guiding business and lifestyle brand called BIRDS by BIJS (pronounced Bee-jus). Working professionally for over 10 years as a naturalist guide\, expedition trip leader\, and international bird guide\, Benny has worked in a variety of locations coast to coast\, including exotic places such as; coastal Alaska\, Central America\, Trinidad and Tobago\, and the Ecuadorian Amazon. \nBenny is a passionate educator and photographer\, specializing in birds! Benny uses his ample collection of nature-based content to leverage an active social media presence. BIJS uses his passion for the natural world to inspire others to put down their phone and pick up their Binos. \n\n \nWebinar Access Info:\n\n\n\n\nDate:\nMay 4\, 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/81252273161?pwd=azR5ekpHTGZ0MXV2L0Z4ZnpMM0Qxdz09\n\n\nMeeting ID:\n812 5227 3161\n\n\nPasscode:\n798250\n\n\nPhone access:\nOne tap mobile\n+16694449171\,\,81252273161#\,\,\,\,*798250# US\n+16699006833\,\,81252273161#\,\,\,\,*798250# US (San Jose)Dial 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+1 719 359 4580 US\n+1 253 205 0468 US\n+1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)\n+1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)\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\n+1 386 347 5053 US\n+1 507 473 4847 US\nMeeting ID: 812 5227 3161\nPasscode: 798250\nFind your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kt12FynL1\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/monthly-program-may2023/
LOCATION:Zoom\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ariana Rickard":MAILTO:arianajrickard@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:MDAS/SMD Field Trip -- Curry Canyon
DESCRIPTION:  \n\nJoint Mt. Diablo Audubon & Save Mount Diablo Birding Walk at Curry Canyon\n \nMount Diablo Audubon Society and Save Mount Diablo are partnering up for a hike on Save Mount Diablo’s gorgeous Curry Canyon Ranch. This portion of Curry Canyon Ranch showcases beautiful rangeland ecosystems and valley oak and riparian habitat. We will be looking for busy song birds\, grassland birds\, woodpeckers\, waterfowl\, and raptors. You might even see a golden eagle or two! This is a chance to get to know the east side of Mount Diablo\, a side that’s not normally open to the public. You’ll pass a beautiful valley with rolling hills as you walk along the creek\, then transition into riparian habitat\, where sun hardly breaks through the canopy of the trees. \nBe sure to dress in layers and wear sturdy boots or shoes; bring a mask\, plenty of water\, binoculars (if you have them) sunscreen\, and a snack. \nThis event is limited to 20 participants. \nLand: Save Mount Diablo\nRating: Moderate\nDistance: 4-5 miles\nElevation change: 200’\nLeader: Jerry Britten\, Save Mount Diablo Volunteer Hike Leader\nMeet: 3500 Curry Canyon Rd\, Clayton\, CA 94517\nGPS Coordinates: 37.866193\, -121.881976 \nRegister HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/joint-mt-diablo-audubon-save-mount-diablo-birding-walk-at-curry-canyon-tickets-501000444817 \nPhoto: Western Tanager by Jerry Britten
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/mdas-smd-curry-canyon-may-2023/
LOCATION:Curry Canyon Ranch
CATEGORIES:Birding,Field Trips
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SUMMARY:MDAS Field Trip -- West Briones Regional Park
DESCRIPTION:West Briones Regional Park\nThursday\, May 11\, 8 AM to 1 PM \nA visit to the west entrance of Briones Regional Park in the spring offers views of spring wildflowers and spring birds. Lazuli Buntings are usually present; many years this trip provides the first viewings of these beautiful birds for most of us. \nBring water and snacks. \nRating: Category 2–moderate hiking\nElevation change: 200 feet\nLeader: Chick Chickering\nMeet: Bear Creek Staging Area parking lot \nDirections: From SR 24 in Orinda\, drive north on Camino Pablo about 2.25 miles\, turn right on Bear Creek Road\, continue for 4.5 miles to park entrance. Drive to farthest parking lot on the right. \nThis field trip is limited to 20 participants. Register HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/west-briones-regional-park-tickets-617254022397\nParticipants must acknowledge the MDAS Liability Waiver (available during registration). \n(Lazuli Bunting photo by Beth Branthaver)
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/west-briones-regional-park-may-2023/
LOCATION:Bear Creek Staging Area Briones\, Bear Creek Staging Area\, 16 Bear Creek Rd\, Lafayette\, CA\, 94549\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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SUMMARY:MDAS Field Trip -- East Contra Costa County
DESCRIPTION:East Contra Costa County\nMonday\, May 15\, 7 AM to 12PM \nNote starting time: we start this trip early as the location can be very hot by mid-day. We will walk part of the Marsh Creek Trail\, and then visit Piper Slough north of Bethel Island. Other locations are possible. Target birds include: Blue Grosbeak\, Hooded Oriole\, Black-chinned Hummingbird\, Swainson’s Hawk\, Yellow-billed Magpie and Yellow-breasted Chat. \nBring lunch\, snacks and water. \nRating: Category 2–moderate hiking\nElevation change: N/A\nLeader: Randy Huey\, 925-518-8439\nMeet: Marsh Creek Trailhead on Cypress Road\, Oakley \nDirections: Go north on I-680\, exit Highway 4 toward Stockton/Pittsburg\, take right Exit 30 toward CA-160/Sacramento/Rio Vista (just past Hillcrest Avenue exit; do NOT continue straight on Highway 4). Take exit 1-A East 18th/Main Street\, turn right at the bottom of the exit onto Main Street and drive through Oakley for about 4 miles\, turn left onto Cypress Road. Make a U-turn at Picasso Drive\, the stoplight after the railroad tracks. \nThis field trip is limited to 20 participants. Register HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/east-contra-costa-county-tickets-617247302297\nParticipants must acknowledge the MDAS Liability Waiver (available during registration).
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/east-contra-costa-county-may-2023/
LOCATION:Marsh Creek Regional Trail Trailhead\, X8R3+9H\, Oakley\, CA\, 94561\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230520T110000
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SUMMARY:The Shoreline Festival in Crockett
DESCRIPTION:Join Mt. Diablo Audubon Society at The Shoreline Festival! \nFREE ADMISSION\n​ENJOY LIVE MUSIC ALL DAY! \nThis is a first-of-its-kind festival in Crockett\, California\, on May 20th\, 2023\, from 11 am to 6 pm! The Shoreline Festival will celebrate air\, fire\, water\, and earth—the elements that are the essential forces that shape our natural environment. Amazing performers\, dance troops\, and live bands will delight you with their talents on two stages. Scheduled wine and beer tastings will take place throughout the day in a beautiful tasting tent\, as well as a variety of booths providing an array of tasty beverages. Take flight in a hot air balloon with Sky Drifters\, providing epic views of the Carquinez Strait\, Carquinez Bridge\, and a special aerial view of the festival. \nFor more information\, visit: https://www.ccrcd.org/shoreline-festival
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/the-shoreline-festival-in-crockett-may-2023/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Outreach
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