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SUMMARY:Monthly Program: October 2023
DESCRIPTION:Why Birds Flock\nJessica Griffiths \nYou may have heard the old saying that birds of a feather flock together. But have you ever stopped to wonder why? Join Jessica Griffiths for a fascinating look at bird flocks and flocking behavior. Why do some species of birds form flocks\, while others do not?  Why do geese and ducks fly in a “V” formation?  How do birds flying in large flocks synchronize their movements to swoop and turn together? Learn the answers to these questions and more in this presentation\, which touches on bird biology and behavior\, and highlights some remarkable scientific discoveries.\n \nJessica Griffiths has worked as a wildlife biologist in California for 20 years\, focusing on songbirds and monarch butterflies.  She loves birding\, and enjoys sharing her passion for birds and conservation via bird walks and public talks.  She currently works as a wildlife biologist for Colorado State University’s Center for Environmental Management of Military Lands (CEMML) at Vandenberg Space Force Base.\n  \n\n \nWebinar Access Info:\n\n\n\n\nDate:\nOctober 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/82508015432?pwd=ZnpHRWRNczR1WEdYY2k0UFUvQk5RUT09\n\n\nMeeting ID:\n825 0801 5432\n\n\nPasscode:\n576366\n\n\nPhone access:\nOne tap mobile\n+16694449171\,\,82508015432#\,\,\,\,*576366# US\n+16699006833\,\,82508015432#\,\,\,\,*576366# US (San Jose)\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/monthly-program-october2023/
LOCATION:Zoom\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Program
ORGANIZER;CN="Ariana Rickard":MAILTO:arianajrickard@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:MDAS Field Trip — Birding by Bike at Clifton Court Forebay
DESCRIPTION:Have a bicycle\, e-bike or scooter\, and like to bird? Join MDAS at Clifton Court Reservoir in eastern Contra Costa County\, where we will do an out-and-back biking/birding trip of approximately 10 miles on a flat\, paved levee road\, to see a myriad of bird species. Those who are equipped for it can also navigate a 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 Delta-Mendota canal. The reservoir itself can hold staggering numbers of waterfowl and gulls\, and the surrounding habitat of slough\, marshland\, grassland\, scrub and riparian woods is very productive. It is not uncommon to record 60-80 species of birds in a single outing\, and the place is a magnet for rarities\, especially in fall. There are also excellent chances to see river otters\, coyotes\, resident sea lions and even a beaver if we’re lucky. \nTrip is approximately 5 hours\, although participants can turn back at any time. There is plenty of free parking at the Forebay\, but no restroom facilities or potable water. Must be able to transport your bike/scooter to the site. It can be windy out there\, but is pleasant most of the time. We will monitor the forecast\, gale-force winds will cancel. \nMeet at the parking lot at the end of Clifton Court Road (left turn from highway J4 approximately 2 miles southeast of Byron) at 7:30 AM. Bring layers\, sunscreen\, water and a snack or lunch for when we get back to the cars. \nLeader: Jerry Britten\nMeeting Point GPS: 37.8378308046695\, -121.59322207166935 \nThis trip is limited to 15 participants. All Field Trips are first-registered\, first-served. Participants acknowledge the MDAS Liability Waiver (available during registration) \nRegister HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/birding-by-bike-at-clifton-court-forebay-tickets-695135528077 \n(Photo by Jerry Britten)
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/birding-by-bike-clifton-court-forebay-oct-2023/
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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SUMMARY:MDAS Field Trip -- Elsie Roemer Bird Sanctuary/Crab Cove\, Alameda
DESCRIPTION:The millions of shorebirds that winter on San Francisco Bay make it a state and global Important Bird Area. It is part of the Western Hemisphere Shorebird Reserve Network and is also designated as a Wetland of International Importance under UNESCO’s Ramsar Convention. \nWe’ll start at the viewing platform at Elsie Roemer Bird Sanctuary\, which is at the southeast end of Shoreline Drive in Alameda\, walk along the shoreline to another viewing platform\, and then drive to the Crab Cove Visitor Center area. We’ll be walking short distances on level\, mostly paved paths\, so this trip is accessible for birders with mobility limitations. Bring water and sun protection. Spotting scopes welcome and appreciated. \nRestrooms and water are available at the intersection of Shoreline Drive and Park Street (about 0.2 miles walk from the Elsie Roemer viewing platform) and at the Crab Cove Visitors Center. \nHike Rating: 1\, Easy. Short walks on level paths. (This trip is Accessible.)\nElevation change: N/A\nLeader: Maureen Lahiff\, MLahiff@aol.com\, 510.484.6529 \nMeet: Elsie Roemer Bird Sanctuary viewing platform near intersection of Broadway and Shore Line Drive in Alameda. Parking on Broadway and streets off Broadway is the best bet. \nThis trip is limited to 18 participants. All Field Trips are first-registered\, first-served. Participants acknowledge the MDAS Liability Waiver (available during registration). \nRegister HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/elsie-roemer-bird-sanctuarycrab-cove-alameda-tickets-695149098667 \n(Image of Long-billed Curlew and American Godwits by Maren Smith)
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/elsie-roemer-oct-2023/
LOCATION:Elsie Roemer Bird Sanctuary\, Shore Line Drive\, Broadway\, Alameda\, CA\, 94501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Field Trips
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ORGANIZER;CN="Maureen Lahiff":MAILTO:MLahiff@aol.com
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SUMMARY:Introducing the Birds of Heather Farm
DESCRIPTION:Sunday October 29\, 8:30-10:30AM and\nWednesday November 1\, 8:30-10:30AM \nHeather Farm Park in Walnut Creek is an underrated birding spot\, home to dozens of resident species and attracting many migrants as well!\nWe’ll meet at the overlook of the Natural Lake\, on the west side of North San Carlos Drive about 100 yards beyond the community center.\nMeeting point GPS: 37.921260813409184\, -122.04358260674651 \nAt 8:30AM an experienced birder or two will be on hand to demonstrate how to properly use binoculars\, and to discuss birding guidebooks and apps. We’ll begin scanning the lake too\, looking to see which ducks and other birds might be arriving to spend the winter. \nWhen we’re good and ready\, we’ll set off on a walk around the lake and adjacent Nature Area—an easy stroll of about half a mile on mostly level\, accessible trails. Along the way we’ll hope to see and hear sparrow\, finch\, woodpecker and warbler\, along with nuthatch and dove. Wrens\, thrushes\, raptors and heron are often found here too—though in birding\, as in life\, nothing is guaranteed! Our guides will explain what features on the birds to look for\, that help tell one from the other. We should be done around 10:30\, or 11 if the birding is especially good. \nBirders of all experience levels are welcome! Binoculars will be available to borrow for those who need them. Trip will go on in gray weather\, but rain or high wind cancels. \nSignup for Oct 29 here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/734957556837\nor for Nov 1 here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/737238278537 \nImage of White-breasted Nuthatch by Matt Tarlach
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/introducing-birds-of-heather-farm-oct-2023/
LOCATION:Heather Farm Park\, 301 N San Carlos Dr\, Walnut Creek\, CA\, 94598\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Birding Classes,Field Trips
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