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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-nov-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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231102T190000
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SUMMARY:Monthly Program: November 2023
DESCRIPTION:Bio-Bowerman\nDan Fitzgerald and Dan Sandri\, Mount Diablo Interpretive Association \n\nThe two Dans will take you on a walk along the highest trail on Mount Diablo\, highlighting some of the insects like bees\, dragonflies and butterflies\, unusual plants\, and a few birds that they have photographed along this 3/4-mile loop which circumnavigates the summit. Learn about the fabulous Mary Bowerman\, who inspired the naming of this popular trail. Along this trail\, because of the elevation\, flowers bloom later than at lower parts of the mountain\, providing insects with nectar later into the summer. The soils\, elevation\, and isolation of the peak impact the variety of flora and fauna found here\, contributing to some of the rarities that can be seen. The summit and the trail lie entirely within early Franciscan Complex geologic rocks – greywacke\, chert\, greenstone\, and mélange. Come along on this photo-filled exploration led by two local naturalists! \nDan Fitzgerald grew up in Concord with a view of the mountain and spent time exploring it. After retirement he became a state park volunteer active in environmental cleanup and as a docent in our visitor center and out on the trail. He is a California Naturalist and leads nature hikes for MDIA where he serves as Treasurer and a board director since 2016. \nDan Sandri has lived in the East Bay nearly all of his life\, and the mountain has always been his favorite hiking place. With a B. S. degree in Entomology he enjoys observing and photographing insects\, birds\, reptiles\, as well as other plant and animal life. Upon retirement\, Dan became a volunteer visitor center docent\, a member of the Native Plant Garden team\, and a back-country rover. He is a California Naturalist and leads nature hikes for MIDA where he serves as Secretary and a board director since 2020. \n\n  \n\nGenus Eulonchus\, Mary Bowerman Trail\, Mount Diablo State Park.
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/monthly-program-november2023/
LOCATION:Don Tatzin Community Hall at the Lafayette Library at 3491 Mount Diablo Blvd\, Lafayette\, 94549\, 3491 Mount Diablo Blvd.\, Lafayette\, CA\, 94549\, 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:20231104T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231104T140000
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SUMMARY:MDAS Field Trip — Palo Alto Baylands/Charleston Slough
DESCRIPTION:We see a variety of birds on the water on this trip\, that is only about a 55 minute drive from Walnut Creek. It is exciting to be on the largest tract of undisturbed marshland remaining in the San Francisco Bay. Locations include Charleston Slough\, Shoreline Lake\, Palo Alto Baylands\, and Redwood Shores. \nHike Rating: Category 2 – Moderate. We do some walking on flat terrain 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 9:00am. \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).\nKeep right at the fork; follow signs for Mission Blvd West and merge onto CA-262 South/Mission Blvd. Continue through two traffic lights and take I-880 ramp South.\nIn 3 miles\, use the right two lanes to take CA-237 toward Mountain View. Connect to US-101 North toward San Francisco.\nOnce on US-101 North\, take Exit 400C for San Antonio Road. Turn right on San Antonio.\nContinue for about 0.4 mile and turn right onto Terminal Road and park. Entrance to Palo Alto Baylands is on the left. There is a bathroom at the entrance. Drive time is about one hour/ 5 minutes from Walnut Creek/Danville.\nBring lunch! \nThis hike is limited to 15 participants. Participants must acknowledge the MDAS Liability Waiver (available during registration). Register for this event HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/720666291277 \n(Photo of American Avocets by Maren Smith)
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/palo-alto-baylands-charleston-slough-nov-2023/
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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SUMMARY:MDAS Field Trip -- Lodi Lake & Woodbridge Preserve
DESCRIPTION:** Please note change in trip date ** \nWe’ll bird first at Lodi Lake and its riparian area alongside the Mokelumne River. Plan to see waterfowl and many bird species including Woodpeckers\, White-breasted Nuthatch\, Cedar Waxwing\, Herons\, Warblers and Wood Duck. (We’ve had Varied Thrush in the past but cannot guarantee!) From Lodi Lake we’ll move on to Woodbridge Ecological Preserve\, where we’ll see waterfowl and other birds\, including hopefully some early-arriving Sandhill Cranes. \nDress in layers. Bring water\, snacks and lunch if you choose. This trip is limited to 12 participants. Rain cancels. \nHike Rating: 2 – Easy to moderate loop of 1.5 – 2 miles on level ground with some paved areas. A few very short off-trail lookouts with easy to moderate slope access. There are a few benches to rest on as well.\nElevation change: N/A\nLeader: Mona Lange 510-414-2959 \nMeet: Lodi Lake parking lot (1101 W. Turner Rd) (bathroom at parking lot). Parking fee $5/car or $3/car for seniors. CASH only. \nDirections: Hwy 4 East toward Antioch/Rio Vista. Go over Antioch bridge (toll). At stop light make RIGHT onto Hwy 12 toward Lodi. Stay on 12 East past interstate 5. About 2 miles past I-5 make a LEFT on DeVries Rd (the light after the RR tracks.) Carefully and safely watch for Yellow-billed Magpies in the area. At the second stop sign make a RIGHT onto W. Turner Rd. When in town\, stay in the left lane. After crossing the RR tracks start looking for the Lake entrance on your LEFT. (On the other side of the Do Not Enter Sign.) \nRegister for this event HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/699234347757 \n(Photo of Great Blue Heron by Maren Smith)
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/lodi-lake-and-woodbridge-preserve-oct-2023/
LOCATION:Lodi Lake\, 1101 W. Turner Rd\, Lodi\, CA\, 95242\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Field Trips
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SUMMARY:MDAS Field Trip -- Mt. View Sanitary and McNabney Marsh
DESCRIPTION:We 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. This trip is suitable for beginners. \nHike Rating: 1 – Easy. Under 1 mile on flat terrain. Unpaved paths\, potentially muddy.\nElevation change: N/A\nLeader: Randy Huey\, 925-518-8439\nMeet: Mt. View Sanitary Visitor Center at 9:00 AM \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. \nLimited to 15 participants. All Field Trips are first-registered\, first-served. Participants acknowledge the MDAS Liability Waiver (available during registration). Register for this trip here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mt-view-sanitarymcnabney-marsh-tickets-736239511197 \n(Image of Green Heron by Matt Tarlach)
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/mdas-field-trip-mt-view-sanitary-mcnabney-marsh-nov-2023/
LOCATION:Mountain View Sanitary District\, 3800 Arthur Rd\, Martinez\, CA\, 94553\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Field Trips
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