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SUMMARY:Monthly Program: October 2024
DESCRIPTION:Wildlife Photography\nVishal Subramanyan\n \n\nMount Diablo Bird Alliance will meet Thursday\, October 3\, in the Camellia Room at the Gardens at Heather Farm. \n6:30 PM Doors Open\n7:00 PM Announcements\n7:15 PM Refreshments and Raffle\n7:30 PM Main Program: Wildlife Photography\n*as a conservation organization we encourage you to bring your own mug for coffee or tea \n7:30 PM Main Program: Wildlife Photography\n \n\n\nVishal Subramanyan \n\n\nVishal Subramanyan will share some of his amazing photos and the techniques he uses to capture remarkable images. Vishal is a 21 year old wildlife photographer and undergraduate at the University of California\, Berkeley. Using camera traps\, telephoto lenses\, and other photography techniques\, he aims to capture unique imagery that raises awareness about conservation and inspires community action. With an academic background in ecology\, he integrates science into his storytelling efforts\, using his knowledge of the animals and environments to create compelling stories. \nVishal has been photographing since he was 14 years old\, when he went on a trip to Alaska with his dad. He had always wanted to see the bears fishing salmon\, and immediately got hooked onto photography when he picked up a camera there. Since then\, he has been working on conservation stories across California. His work with bobcats in the Bay Area has earned him both local coverage and international recognition. \nAn important part of his work is directly engaging with his community. Vishal regularly gives speaking engagements in the Bay Area and beyond\, where he’s able to connect with a wide audience of nature lovers. With a community of over 100\,000 followers on social media\, he’s been able to share stories of California’s wildlife with global audiences. \nCurrently\, he is in his final year of university\, and is collaborating with the National Park Service\, UC Berkeley\, National Geographic\, and local non-profits on various science and storytelling projects across the state. \n\n\nMountain Lion\, photo by Vishal Subramanyan \n 
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/monthly-program-oct2024/
LOCATION:The Camellia Room at The Gardens at Heather Farm\, 1540 Marchbanks 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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SUMMARY:Introducing the Birds of Heather Farm
DESCRIPTION:Heather Farm Park in Walnut Creek is an underrated birding spot\, home to dozens of resident species. We’ll hope to see some migrating birds as well! We’ll meet at the overlook of the Natural Lake\, west of North San Carlos Drive\, about 100 yards beyond the community center. \nMeeting point GPS: 37.921260813409184\, -122.04358260674651 \nAt 8:00AM 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 be scanning the lake 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 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\, herons\, and raptors 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\, to begin to tell one from the other. \nWe should be done around 10:30. Birders of all experience levels are welcome! Bring binoculars if you have them; we’ll also have a few pairs to borrow. \nSign up here:\nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/introducing-the-birds-of-heather-farm-tickets-1009474674927 \n(Image of White-breasted Nuthatch by Matt Tarlach)
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/introducing-birds-of-heather-farm-oct-2024/
LOCATION:Heather Farm Park\, 301 N San Carlos Dr\, Walnut Creek\, CA\, 94598\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Birding Classes,Education,Field Trips
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SUMMARY:MDAS Field Trip -- Alameda Hotspots
DESCRIPTION:Alameda has several good spots for shorebirds. We’ll probably visit Elsie Roemer Bird Sanctuary\, Ballena Bay\, and Crab Cove\, with the exact itinerary to be determined. Meeting point will be in Alameda; registered attendees will be notified of the exact starting point and other details by email\, a day or two before the trip. \nRegister HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/alameda-hotspots-tickets-1022691958177 \nHike Rating: Easy\nLeader: Mona Lange. \nThis trip is limited to 15 participants. Participants acknowledge the MDBA Liability Waiver\, available during registration. \n(Photo of Long-billed Curlew by Maren Smith)
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/alameda-hotspots-oct-2024/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Birding,Field Trips
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