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SUMMARY:MDBA Field Trip -- West Briones Regional Park
DESCRIPTION:A visit to the west entrance of Briones Regional Park in the spring offers views of spring wildflowers and spring birds. Lazuli Buntings are often present\, along with flycatchers\, vireos\, and many other species. \nThere’s a nice picnic area here so consider bringing lunch and staying a while. It might get warm before our walk is done\, so bring sufficient water. \nLeader: Cheryl Abel\nRating: Category 2–moderate hiking over dirt and gravel trails with mild slopes.\nElevation change: 200 feet\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 15 participants. Participants must acknowledge the MDBA Liability Waiver (available during registration). Register HERE:\nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/birding-west-briones-regional-park-tickets-1985181520367 \n(Lazuli Bunting photo by Jerry Britten)
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/mdba-field-trip-west-briones-regional-park-may-2026/
LOCATION:Bear Creek Staging Area Briones\, Bear Creek Staging Area\, 16 Bear Creek Rd\, Lafayette\, CA\, 94549\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Field Trips
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SUMMARY:MDBA Field Trip -- North Briones
DESCRIPTION:This walk begins in oak woodlands with lots of spring wildflowers and birds. We then continue up through grasslands\, ending at Sindicich Lagoons. We return the way we came\, hiking about 3 miles round trip over fire roads and hilly trails. Bring liquids & a snack if you like. \nTrail Rating: Category 3 – uphill climb.\nElevation change: 300+ feet.\nLeader: Cheryl Abel\, 925-957-6229\nMeet: Parking area at the north entrance of Briones Regional Park.\nDirections: Take Briones Road south off Alhambra Valley Road and drive up this narrow\, winding road. Park at the end. \nThe field trip is limited to 15 participants. Participants must acknowledge the MDBA Liability Waiver. Register HERE:\nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/birding-north-briones-tickets-1983165537508 \n(Photo of Red-tailed Hawk by Isaac Aronow)
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/mdba-field-trip-north-briones-apr-2026/
LOCATION:Briones Regional Park (North)\, XV37+VX\, Martinez\, CA\, 94553\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Field Trips
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SUMMARY:MDBA Field Trip -- Pacheco Marsh
DESCRIPTION:Pacheco Marsh is a wetland along the Carquinez Strait\, east of Martinez\, that has been restored by the John Muir Land Trust and recently opened to the public. JMLT is giving us early access\, at 8 AM\, to facilitate the best birding. We’ll meet at the parking lot\, where there are rest rooms\, and walk the flat 2-mile loop trail out through the wetland to the open water. \nAfter Pacheco Marsh\, we may make an optional second stop at the MVSD viewing platform at McNabney Marsh. \nIt can get breezy and foggy here so bring appropriate layers. \nHike Rating: 2 – Flat\, easy loop walk of about 2 miles. There are one or two benches to rest on.\nElevation change: N/A\nLeaders: Matt Tarlach and Cheryl Abel\, mdbafieldtrips@gmail.som\nMeet: Pacheco Marsh parking lot.\nGPS: 38.030853445360215\, -122.08803004897656 \nDirections: Hwy 680 to Waterfront Road\, last exit northbound before the Benicia Bridge. Head east on Waterfront Road. In 1.4 miles the entrance to Pacheco Marsh will be on your left. \nThis trip is limited to 20 participants. Rain or high winds cancel. \nRegister here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pacheco-marsh-tickets-1853675345859 \n(Image of Common Yellowthroat by Pam Lorenz)
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/mdba-field-trip-pacheco-marsh-nov-2025/
LOCATION:Pacheco Marsh\, 2501 Waterfront Rd\, Martinez\, CA\, 94553
CATEGORIES:Birding,Field Trips
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SUMMARY:MDBA Field Trip -- Mt. Wanda
DESCRIPTION:This hike is especially good for beginning birders! \nMt. Wanda is part of the John Muir NHS. We’ll walk through oak woodlands and oak savannah habitats\, climbing uphill on a rugged fire road with one steep section. Then we’ll walk a single-track trail back to the fire road\, about 2.5 miles total. We should have excellent views of Acorn Woodpeckers\, likely also Red-tailed and Red-shouldered Hawks\, Towhees\, and Oak Titmouse. \nHike Rating: 3\, Vigorous (by birding standards). About 2.5 miles walking on fire roads and single track trails\, with 475′ elevation gain.\nLeader: Cheryl Abel\, 925-957-6229\nMeet: Parking lot at the Mt. Wanda Trailhead\, intersection of Alhambra Ave and Franklin Canyon Rd in Martinez.\nGPS: 37.98916055076219\, -122.12963777237545 \nDirections: From Hwy 4 westbound take the Alhambra Ave. exit in Martinez. Turn left back under Hwy 4. Franklin Canyon Rd. is the next right\, parking lot immediately on the left side of Franklin Canyon Rd. Bring water and binoculars. \nThis hike is limited to 15 participants. Participants acknowledge the MDBA Liability Waiver (available during registration). \nSign up HERE:\nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/birding-mt-wanda-john-muir-nhs-martinez-tickets-1583881063899
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/mt-wanda-sep-2025/
LOCATION:Mount Wanda Trailhead\, XVQ9+QW\, Martinez\, CA\, 94553\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Field Trips
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250506T130000
DTSTAMP:20260522T214859
CREATED:20250428T041537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T041915Z
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SUMMARY:MDBA Field Trip -- West Briones Regional Park
DESCRIPTION:A visit to the west entrance of Briones Regional Park in the spring offers views of spring wildflowers and spring birds. Lazuli Buntings are often present\, along with flycatchers\, vireos\, and many other species. \nBring water and snacks. It might be warm by mid-day. \nLeader: Cheryl Abel\nRating: Category 2–moderate hiking over dirt and gravel trails with mild slopes.\nElevation change: 200 feet\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. Participants must acknowledge the MDBA Liability Waiver (available during registration). \nRegister here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/birding-west-briones-regional-park-tickets-1322668209219 \n(Lazuli Bunting photo by Jerry Britten)
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/west-briones-regional-park-may-2025/
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:MDBA Field Trip -- North Briones
DESCRIPTION:This walk begins in oak woodlands with lots of spring wildflowers and birds. We then continue up through grasslands\, ending at Sindicich Lagoons. We return the way we came\, with about 3 miles round trip over hilly trails. Bring liquids & a snack if you like. \nTrail Rating: Category 3 – uphill climb\nElevation change: 300+ feet\nLeader: Cheryl Abel\, 925-957-6229\nMeet: Parking area at the north entrance of Briones Regional Park. \nDirections: Take Briones Road south off Alhambra Valley Road and drive up this narrow\, winding road. Park at the end. \nThe field trip is limited to 15 participants. Participants must acknowledge the MDBA Liability Waiver. \nRegister here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/birding-north-briones-tickets-1250812577089 \n(Photo of Red-tailed Hawk by Isaac Aronow)
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/north-briones-apr-2025/
LOCATION:Briones Regional Park (North)\, XV37+VX\, Martinez\, CA\, 94553\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240914T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240914T113000
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SUMMARY:MDAS Field Trip -- Mt. Wanda
DESCRIPTION:Sign up HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/birding-mt-wanda-john-muir-nhs-martinez-tickets-989719737377 \nThis hike is especially good for beginning birders! \nWe’ll walk through oak woodlands and oak savannah habitats\, climbing uphill on a rugged fire road with one steep section. Then we’ll walk a single track trail back to the fire road\, about 2.5 miles total. We should have excellent views of Acorn Woodpeckers\, likely also Red-tailed and Red-shouldered Hawks\, Towhees\, and Oak Titmouse. \nMt. Wanda is part of the John Muir National Historic Site\, and this walk is hosted jointly by Mt. Diablo Bird Alliance and the National Park Service. \nMDBA has binoculars to loan for use on our trips! If you need binos just tell the trip leaders beforehand\, so they know to bring an extra pair. \nHike Rating: 3\, Vigorous (by birding standards). About 2.5 miles walking on fire roads and single track trails\, with 475′ elevation gain.\nLeader: Cheryl Abel\, 925-957-6229\nMeet: Parking lot at the Mt. Wanda Trailhead\, intersection of Alhambra Ave and Franklin Canyon Rd in Martinez.\nDirections: From Hwy 4 westbound take the Alhambra Ave. exit in Martinez. Turn left back under Hwy 4. Franklin Canyon Rd. is the next right\, parking lot immediately on the left side of Franklin Canyon Rd. Bring water and binoculars. \nThis hike is limited to 15 participants.
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/mt-wanda-sep-2024/
LOCATION:Mount Wanda Trailhead\, XVQ9+QW\, Martinez\, CA\, 94553\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240509T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240509T130000
DTSTAMP:20260522T214859
CREATED:20240319T203102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240423T045008Z
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SUMMARY:MDBA Field Trip -- West Briones Regional Park
DESCRIPTION:A visit to the west entrance of Briones Regional Park in the spring offers views of spring wildflowers and spring birds. Lazuli Buntings are often present\, along with flycatchers\, vireos\, and many other species. Bring water and snacks. It might be warm by mid-day. \nRating: Category 2 – moderate hiking over dirt and gravel trails with mild slopes.\nElevation change: 200 feet\nLeaders: Matt Tarlach & Cheryl Abel – MDBAFieldtrips@gmail.com\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. Participants must acknowledge the MDBA Liability Waiver (available during registration).\nRegister HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/birding-west-briones-regional-park-tickets-861185367617 \n(Lazuli Bunting photo by Beth Branthaver)
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/west-briones-regional-park-may-2024/
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:MDBA Field Trip -- North Briones
DESCRIPTION:This walk begins in oak woodlands with lots of spring wildflowers and birds. We then continue through grasslands ending at Sindicich Lagoons. We return the way we came\, with about 3 miles round trip over hilly dirt trails. Bring liquids & a snack if you wish. \nTrail Rating: Category 3 – hilly trails.\nElevation change: 300+ feet\nLeader: Cheryl Abel\, 925-957-6229\nMeet: Parking area at the north entrance of Briones Regional Park.\nDirections: Take Briones Road off Alhambra Valley Road and drive up this narrow\, winding road\, park at the end. \nThe field trip is limited to 15 participants. Participants must acknowledge the MDBA Liability Waiver.\nRegister HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/birding-north-briones-tickets-841317221457 \n(Photo of Red-tailed Hawk by Isaac Aronow)
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/north-briones-apr-2024/
LOCATION:Briones Regional Park (North)\, XV37+VX\, Martinez\, CA\, 94553\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230916T113000
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SUMMARY:MDAS Field Trip -- Mt. Wanda\, John Muir NHS\, Martinez
DESCRIPTION:This hike is especially for beginning birders! \nWe’ll walk through oak woodlands and oak savannah habitats\, climbing uphill on a rutted fire road with one steep section. Then we’ll walk a single track trail back to the fire road\, about 2.5 miles total. We should have excellent views of acorn woodpeckers\, likely views of red-tailed and red-shouldered hawks\, towhees\, and oak titmouse. Mt. Wanda is part of the John Muir NHS\, and this walk is hosted jointly by Mt. Diablo Audubon and the National Park Service. \nMDAS has binoculars to loan for use on our trips! If you need binos just tell the trip leaders beforehand\, so they know to bring an extra pair. \nHike Rating: 3\, Vigorous (by birding standards). About 2.5 miles walking on fire roads and single track trails with substantial elevation gain.\nElevation change: 475 feet\nLeader: Cheryl Abel\, 925-957-6229 \nMeet: Parking lot for the Mt. Wanda Trailhead\, intersection of Alhambra Ave and Franklin Canyon Rd in Martinez.\nDirections: From Hwy 4 westbound take the Alhambra Ave. exit in Martinez. Turn left back under Hwy 4. Franklin Canyon Rd. is the next right\, parking lot immediately on the left side of Franklin Canyon Rd. Bring water and binoculars. \nThis hike 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-mt-wanda-john-muir-nhs-martinez-tickets-695151235057
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/mt-wanda-sep-2023/
LOCATION:Mount Wanda Trailhead\, XVQ9+QW\, Martinez\, CA\, 94553\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230404T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230404T120000
DTSTAMP:20260522T214859
CREATED:20230217T023732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230217T023949Z
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SUMMARY:MDAS Field Trip -- North Briones
DESCRIPTION:North Briones\nTuesday April 4\, 8:30 – Noon \nThis walk begins in oak woodlands with lots of spring wildflowers and birds. We then continue through grasslands ending at Sindicich Lagoons. We return the way we came\, making about a 3 miles round trip with some climbing. Bring liquids & a snack if you wish. \nRating: Category 3 – uphill climb\nElevation change: 300+ feet\nLeader: Cheryl Abel\, 925-957-6229\nMeet: Top of Briones Rd. \nDirections: Meet 8:30 AM in the parking area at the north entrance of Briones Regional Park. Take Briones Road off Alhambra Valley Road and drive up this narrow\, winding road\, park at the end. \nThe field trip is limited to 15 participants. Participants must acknowledge the MDAS liability waiver\, and all MDAS Field Trips are subject to applicable COVID-19–related restrictions in place for our area.\nRegister here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/north-briones-tickets-544651345837 \n(Wrentit photo by Jerry Britten)
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/north-briones-apr-2023/
LOCATION:Briones Regional Park (North)\, XV37+VX\, Martinez\, CA\, 94553\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220405T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220405T120000
DTSTAMP:20260522T214859
CREATED:20220308T014255Z
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SUMMARY:MDAS Field Trip -- North Briones
DESCRIPTION:North Briones \nTuesday April 5\, 8:30 – Noon \nLeader: Cheryl Abel\, 925-957-6229 \nThis walk begins in oak woodlands with lots of spring wildflowers and birds. We then continue through grasslands ending at Sindicich Lagoons. We return the way we came with about 3 miles round trip. Bring liquids & a snack if you wish. \nRating: Category 3 -uphill climb \nElevation change: 300+ feet \nLeader: Cheryl Abel\, 925-957-6229 \nMeet: Top of Briones Rd. \nDirections: Meet 8:30 AM in the parking area at the north entrance of Briones Regional Park. Take Briones Road off Alhambra Valley Road and drive up this narrow\, winding road\, park at the end. \nThe field trip is limited to 12 participants. Register for this event HERE starting on 3/27. Participants must acknowledge the MDAS Liability Waiver (available during registration). \n(Wrentit photo by Jerry Britten)
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/north-briones-apr-2022/
LOCATION:Briones Regional Park (North)\, XV37+VX\, Martinez\, CA\, 94553\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200509T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200509T120000
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CREATED:20191110T160307Z
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SUMMARY:Mt. Wanda CANCELLED
DESCRIPTION:In light of the Stay-at-Home Order instituted for the State of California\, Mt. Diablo Audubon Society has canceled all field trips through May 31. If the timing of this order changes\, we will reassess the situation and send another message. Please check our website and our Facebook page for updates.
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/mt-wanda/
LOCATION:Mount Wanda Trailhead\, XVQ9+QW\, Martinez\, CA\, 94553\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200407T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200407T130000
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CREATED:20191108T012626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200316T235015Z
UID:3583-1586248200-1586264400@mtdiablobirds.org
SUMMARY:North Briones CANCELLED
DESCRIPTION:This event is cancelled due to shelter-in-place directives to contain the Coronavirus.  Please go birding on your own!
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/north-briones/
LOCATION:Briones Regional Park (North)\, XV37+VX\, Martinez\, CA\, 94553\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mtdiablobirds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/wrentit-8-mt-diablo.jpg
END:VEVENT
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