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SUMMARY:MDBA Field Trip -- East Contra Costa County
DESCRIPTION:Note: this itinerary is subject to change\, as migrating birds arrive and opportunities appear. Watch the May Quail\, and your email in the days before the outing\, for possible updates. \nWe plan to meet at Big Break/Delta Science Center. After birding there we’ll drive to Marsh Creek Trail and\, if time permits\, Bethel Island. These locations are usually good for waterfowl\, raptors and some passerines not easily found elsewhere in the county.\nIt may get hot by mid-day. \nHike Rating: 1-Easy\nElevation change: N/A\nLeaders: Randy Huey\, 925-518-8439\nMeet: Big Break parking lot in Oakley at 8 AM\nDirections: Take Highway 4 east toward Stockton/Pittsburg\, after Antioch take right Exit 30 toward CA-160/Sacramento/Rio Vista. Take Exit 1A\, East 18th/Main Street\, turn right at the bottom of the exit onto Main Street\, proceed east a little over 1 mile\, then turn left onto Big Break Road. Turn into Big Break Regional Shoreline/Delta Science Center just past the last houses on the right. \nThis field trip is limited to 20 participants. Register HERE:\nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/birding-eastern-contra-costa-county-tickets-1985236060498 \n(Photo: Western Kingbird by Mona Lange)
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/mdba-field-trip-east-contra-costa-county-may-2026/
LOCATION:Big Break Regional Shoreline\, 69 Big Break Road\, Oakley\, CA\, 94561\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251211T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251211T170000
DTSTAMP:20260523T021033
CREATED:20251127T012340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251127T013456Z
UID:9220-1765461600-1765472400@mtdiablobirds.org
SUMMARY:MDBA Field Trip -- Staten Island Road
DESCRIPTION:December is prime time for seeing lots of Sandhill Cranes along Staten Island Road in the Sacramento River Delta. Snow and White-fronted Geese and lots of other waterfowl are also assured. This trip is timed to spend a couple of hours viewing the grazing birds before a hoped for sunset flight of the whole flock from their roosting ponds. This is a must-see annual winter field trip. We will slowly drive the length of Staten Island Road\, and stop at the best road-side location to set up our scopes. \nHike rating: 1 – Easy. Little Walking.\nLeaders: Randy Huey 925-518-8439\nMeeting Point: Important! Eventbrite shows this trip located at Heather Farm but we will NOT be meeting there! That’s just MDBA home base.\nWe will assemble our car caravan at 2PM at the silo barn parking lot on the right side of N. Staten Island Road (a quarter mile after turning off of Walnut Grove – Thornton Road onto N. Staten Island Road).\nGPS for the meeting point: 38.2188471950274\, -121.50012206138071 \nRegister HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/birding-staten-island-road-tickets-1972955150967
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/mdba-field-trip-staten-island-road-dec-2025/
LOCATION:Staten Island Road\, 24700 N Staten Island Rd\, Thornton\, CA\, 95686
CATEGORIES:Birding,Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250508T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250508T130000
DTSTAMP:20260523T021033
CREATED:20250324T051155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250324T210005Z
UID:8928-1746691200-1746709200@mtdiablobirds.org
SUMMARY:MDBA Field Trip -- East Contra Costa County
DESCRIPTION:We will meet at Big Break/Delta Science Center. After birding there we’ll drive to Marsh Creek Trail and\, if time permits\, Bethel Island. These locations are usually good for waterfowl\, raptors and some passerines not easily found elsewhere in the county. It may get hot by mid-day. This trip is appropriate for birders of all experience levels. \nHike Rating: 1-Easy\nElevation change: N/A\nLeaders: Randy Huey\, 925-518-8439\nMeet: Big Break parking lot in Oakley at 8 AM\nDirections: Take Highway 4 east toward Stockton/Pittsburg\, after Antioch take right Exit 30 toward CA-160/Sacramento/Rio Vista. Take Exit 1A\, East 18th/Main Street\, turn right at the bottom of the exit onto Main Street\, proceed east a little over 1 mile\, then turn left onto Big Break Road. Turn right into Big Break Regional Shoreline/Delta Science Center\, just past the last houses. \nThis field trip is limited to 20 participants. \nRegister HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/birding-eastern-contra-costa-county-tickets-1292294049289 \n(Photo: Western Kingbird by Mona Lange)
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/east-contra-costa-county-may-2025/
LOCATION:Big Break Regional Shoreline\, 69 Big Break Road\, Oakley\, CA\, 94561\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240520T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240520T110000
DTSTAMP:20260523T021033
CREATED:20240424T053337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T055217Z
UID:8437-1716188400-1716202800@mtdiablobirds.org
SUMMARY:MDBA Field Trip -- East Contra Costa County
DESCRIPTION:Note the early starting time: we start this trip early as the location can become 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 on mostly level trails.\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. Sign up HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/886960732427 \n 
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/east-contra-costa-county-may-2024/
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:20240219T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240219T130000
DTSTAMP:20260523T021033
CREATED:20240121T015525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240423T045225Z
UID:8159-1708333200-1708347600@mtdiablobirds.org
SUMMARY:MDBA Field Trip — Grizzly Island & Rush Ranch
DESCRIPTION:Grizzly Island provides habitat for more than 200 species of birds and is home to a variety of threatened or endangered wildlife and plants. Our trip will begin at the Refuge Headquarters and continue for about 7 ½ miles along Grizzly Island Road\, which is unpaved and runs through the middle of the Wildlife Area. \nSince this trip will involve a car caravan through the wildlife preserve\, with limited roadside parking pulloffs\, we need to limit the size of our group to no more than 5 vehicles. Accordingly\, carpooling to the preserve is encouraged. In the event we arrive at the meeting point with more than 5 vehicles we will need to share cars from that point. There is parking available at the meeting point. \nSome things you may need for our outing at Grizzly Island: binoculars\, drinking water\, sun block\, insect repellent\, warm jacket\, and appropriate footwear. Also\, bring lunch and drinks. \nLeader: Randy Huey\, 925-518-8439\nHike Rating: Category 1-Easy\nElevation change: N/A \nMeet: Wildlife Refuge Headquarters\, 2548 Grizzly Island Road\, Suisun\, CA 94585\nhttps://maps.app.goo.gl/sMFsZbgnKacKHn8L9 \nDirections: From Central Contra Costa County\, take I-680 N toward Sacramento. Take Highway 12 off-ramp east toward Rio Vista. Turn onto Grizzly Island Road\, at the stoplight at Sunset Shopping Center. Hill Slough Wildlife Area is on both sides of Grizzly Island Road from Highway 12 to the first one-lane bridge. The Grizzly Island Complex Headquarters is 9.5 miles further on Grizzly Island Road. \nThe trip is limited to 15 participants. Sign up HERE:\nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/birding-at-grizzly-island-refuge-and-rush-ranch-tickets-797318841117
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/mdas-field-trip-grizzly-island-wildlife-area-feb-2024/
LOCATION:Grizzly Island Wildlife Area\, 2548 Grizzly Island Road\, Fairfield\, CA\, 94585\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240115T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240115T120000
DTSTAMP:20260523T021033
CREATED:20231216T071821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231216T073332Z
UID:8092-1705305600-1705320000@mtdiablobirds.org
SUMMARY:MDBA Field Trip -- American Canyon Wetlands
DESCRIPTION:A walk out to the wetlands\, ponds and sloughs along the Napa River produces many exciting birding opportunities. We expect plenty of waterfowl\, raptors\, waders\, shorebirds and passerines. It can be breezy and cold in this area\, so bring appropriate layers. Availability of rest rooms is uncertain. This trip is suitable for birders of all ages – including beginners! \nHike Rating: Category 2-Moderate\nDistance: We may walk 2-3 miles depending on the route decided.\nElevation change: none\nLeader: Randy Huey\, 925-518-8439\nMeet: Parking lot at the end of Eucalyptus Drive at 8 AM. \nDirections: Go north on I-680 to Benicia\, merge left onto I-780 west to Vallejo\, exit to I-80 East\, merge to Hwy 37 west (Exit 33). Exit at CA 29/Sonoma Blvd toward Napa. After 1.5 miles turn left on W American Canyon Road\, at end turn right on Wetlands Edge Road. Turn left on Eucalyptus Drive and into parking lot. \nThis field trip is limited to 20 participants. Sign up HERE:\nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/american-canyon-wetlands-tickets-77744574013 \nPhoto: Northern Harrier over the Napa River by Isaac Aronow.
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/mdba-field-trip-american-canyon-wetlands-jan-2024/
LOCATION:American Canyon Wetlands Edge Park\, 2 Eucalyptus Drive\, American Canyon\, CA\, 94503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240108T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240108T130000
DTSTAMP:20260523T021033
CREATED:20231216T070535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231216T073526Z
UID:8084-1704704400-1704718800@mtdiablobirds.org
SUMMARY:MDBA Field Trip -- East Contra Costa County
DESCRIPTION:We will be birding at Big Break/Delta Science Center\, Iron House Sanitary\, and possibly other places in East Contra Costa. This area is usually good for waterfowl\, raptors and some passerines. Dress warmly\, bring lunch and drinks. This trip is appropriate for birders of all experience levels\, including beginners. \nHike Rating: 1-Easy\nElevation change: N/A\nLeaders: Randy Huey 925-518-8439\, Mona Lange 510-414-2959\nMeet: Big Break parking lot in Oakley at 9 AM. \nDirections: Take Highway 4 east toward Stockton/Pittsburg\, after Antioch take right Exit 30 toward CA-160/Sacramento/Rio Vista. Take Exit 1A\, East 18th/Main Street\, turn right at the bottom of the exit onto Main Street\, proceed east a little over 1 mile\, then turn left onto Big Break Road. Turn into Big Break Regional Shoreline/Delta Science Center just past the last houses on the right. \nThis field trip is limited to 12 participants. Sign up HERE:\nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/birds-of-east-contra-costa-county-tickets-777436723167 \nPhoto: Pied-billed Grebe by Isaac Aronow
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/mdba-field-trip-east-contra-costa-county-jan-2024/
LOCATION:Big Break Regional Shoreline\, 69 Big Break Road\, Oakley\, CA\, 94561\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231121T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231121T120000
DTSTAMP:20260523T021033
CREATED:20231024T043442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231024T052155Z
UID:7995-1700557200-1700568000@mtdiablobirds.org
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230515T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230515T120000
DTSTAMP:20260523T021033
CREATED:20230418T035516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230418T040510Z
UID:7711-1684134000-1684152000@mtdiablobirds.org
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:20230228T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230228T090000
DTSTAMP:20260523T021033
CREATED:20221115T072736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230131T043733Z
UID:7346-1677574800-1677574800@mtdiablobirds.org
SUMMARY:MDAS Field Trip — Grizzly Island Wildlife Area
DESCRIPTION:Grizzly Island Refuge\nTuesday\, February 28th\, 9 AM-1 PM \nGrizzly Island provides habitat for more than 200 species of birds and is home to a variety of threatened or endangered wildlife and plants. Our trip will begin at the Refuge Headquarters and continue for about 7 ½ miles along Grizzly Island Road\, which is unpaved and runs through the middle of the Wildlife Area. Some things you may need for our outing at Grizzly Island: binoculars\, drinking water\, sun block\, insect repellent\, warm jacket\, and appropriate footwear. Also\, bring lunch and drinks. \nLeader: Randy Huey\, 925-518-8439\nHike Rating: Category 1-Easy\nElevation change: N/A\nMeet: Wildlife Refuge Headquarters\, 2548 Grizzly Island Road\, Suisun\, CA 94585\nhttps://maps.app.goo.gl/sMFsZbgnKacKHn8L9 \nDirections: From Central Contra Costa County\, take I-680 N toward Sacramento. Take Highway 12 off-ramp east toward Rio Vista. Turn onto Grizzly Island Road\, at the stoplight at Sunset Shopping Center. Hill Slough Wildlife Area is on both sides of Grizzly Island Road from Highway 12 to the first one-lane bridge. The Grizzly Island Complex Headquarters is 9.5 miles further on Grizzly Island Road. \nThe trip is limited to 20 participants. Participants must acknowledge the MDAS Liability Waiver. Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/birding-the-grizzly-island-refuge-tickets-467258341277 \nPhoto: Tundra Swans over Grizzly Island by Isaac Aronow
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/mdas-field-trip-grizzly-island-wildlife-area-feb-2023/
LOCATION:Grizzly Island Wildlife Area\, 2548 Grizzly Island Road\, Fairfield\, CA\, 94585\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221206T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221206T130000
DTSTAMP:20260523T021033
CREATED:20221115T055254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221115T060801Z
UID:7318-1670317200-1670331600@mtdiablobirds.org
SUMMARY:MDAS Field Trip — The Sandhill Cranes of Staten Island\, plus Cosumnes Preserve
DESCRIPTION:NEW TRIP! \nThe Sandhill Cranes of Staten Island\, plus Cosumnes Preserve\nTuesday\, December 6th\, 9 AM-1 PM \nStaten Island is an excellent area to see Sandhill Cranes\, and Cosumnes Preserve provides habitat for more than 200 species of birds. We will meet and coordinate cars at the Walnut Grove Elementary School. From there\, our trip will begin with a drive along Staten Island Road\, primarily to view the migrating Sandhill Cranes. Next we will drive to the Cosumnes Wildlife Preserve for a walk along the several trails throughout the Preserve. Some things you may need for our outing: binoculars\, drinking water\, sun block\, insect repellent\, warm jacket\, and appropriate footwear. Also\, bring lunch and drinks. \nHike Rating: Category 1-Easy\nElevation change: N/A\nLeader: Randy Huey\,  925-518-8439\nMeet: Walnut Grove Elementary School\, 14181 Grove St\, Walnut Grove\, CA 95690\nhttps://maps.app.goo.gl/5TGTQoAfja2ubauU9 \nDirections: From Central Contra Costa County\, take I-680 N toward Sacramento.  Keep right at the fork to continue on CA-242 N\, follow signs for Concord/Pittsburg/State Route 242. Use the left 3 lanes to take the CA-4 E exit toward Stockton/Pittsburg. Take exit 30 for CA-160 toward Sacramento/Rio Vista. Continue straight onto Isleton Rd. Turn left to stay on Isleton Rd. Turn left onto River Rd. Turn right onto Depot Ln. Turn left onto Grove St. Turn right onto N South St. Arrive at Walnut Grove Elementary. \nThis trip is limited to 20 participants. Registration is required: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-sandhill-cranes-of-staten-island-plus-cosumnes-preserve-tickets-467255542907 \nPhoto: Sandhill Cranes at Staten Island by Paul Schorr.
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/mdas-field-trip-sandhill-cranes-staten-island-dec-2022/
LOCATION:Walnut Grove Elementary School\, 14181 Grove Street\, Walnut Grove\, CA\, 95690\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221122T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221122T120000
DTSTAMP:20260523T021033
CREATED:20221018T032112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221018T034346Z
UID:7160-1669107600-1669118400@mtdiablobirds.org
SUMMARY:MDAS Field Trip -- MVSD - McNabney & Moorhen Marshes
DESCRIPTION:MVSD – McNabney and Moorhen Marshes\nTuesday\, November 22\, 9am – Noon \nWe 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. \nHike Rating: 2 – Moderate. Almost entirely flat\, but over half a mile of walking around the ponds.\nElevation change: N/A\nLeader: Randy Huey\, please call to confirm: 925-518-8439\nMeet: Meet at Mt. View Sanitary Visitor Center at 9:00 AM \nThis hike is limited to 15 participants. All field trips require registration and participants must acknowledge the MDAS Liability Waiver (available during registration). Registration at this link\, beginning two weeks before and closing two nights before the trip:\nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/mt-view-sanitarymcnabney-marsh-tickets-440164603177 \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. \n \nExit 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. \n(Snowy Egret photo by Beth Branthaver)
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/mdas-field-trip-mvsd-mcnabney-moorhen-marshes-nov-2022/
LOCATION:Mountain View Sanitary District\, 3800 Arthur Rd\, Martinez\, CA\, 94553\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conservation,Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220430T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220430T130000
DTSTAMP:20260523T021033
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UID:6934-1651302000-1651323600@mtdiablobirds.org
SUMMARY:MDAS Field Trip -- East Contra Costa County
DESCRIPTION:East Contra Costa County\nSaturday\, April 30\, 7 AM to 1 PM\nLeader: Randy Huey\, 925-518-8439 \nThis is a trip which often can be very hot by the finish. 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 for this event HERE. Participants must acknowledge the MDAS Liability Waiver (available during registration).
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/east-contra-costa-county-apr-2022/
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:20220308T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220308T120000
DTSTAMP:20260523T021033
CREATED:20220217T074640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220217T215210Z
UID:6776-1646730000-1646740800@mtdiablobirds.org
SUMMARY:MDAS Field Trip -- Mt. View Sanitary and McNabney Marsh
DESCRIPTION:Mt. View Sanitary and McNabney Marsh\nTuesday March 8\, 9 AM to Noon\nLeader: Randy Huey\, 925-518-8439 \nStarting at the Mt. View Sanitation District Administration Building\, we will spend most of our outing walking around the several large ponds making up Moorhen Marsh. Parking is free\, and there are restrooms at the beginning of the walk. Winter birding at the Marsh has been excellent so far this year\, and hopefully\, March will be no exception. Some of the types of birds we should see include: swans\, pelicans\, ducks\, egrets\, herons\, coots\, grackle\, gulls\, and hawks. Following our walk around Moorhen\, we will drive the short distance over to the birding platform at McNabney Marsh\, and depending on how well and long our time goes\, we may end up the trip across the marsh at Waterbird Regional Preserve. \nRating: Category 1-Easy\nElevation change: N/A\nLeader: Randy Huey\nMeet: Mt. View Sanitary Administration Building parking lot \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 meet at the Administration Building\, which will be on the right. \n \nThe field trip is limited to 20 participants. Register for this event HERE starting on 2/20. Participants must acknowledge the MDAS Liability Waiver (available during registration). \n(Snowy Egret photo by Beth Branthaver)
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/mdas-field-trip-mt-view-sanitary-mcnabney-marsh-mar-2022/
LOCATION:Mountain View Sanitary District\, 3800 Arthur Rd\, Martinez\, CA\, 94553\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conservation,Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211123T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211123T120000
DTSTAMP:20260523T021033
CREATED:20210919T225727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220217T080505Z
UID:6454-1637661600-1637668800@mtdiablobirds.org
SUMMARY:MDAS Field Trip—Mt. View Sanitary/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. \nThis hike is limited to 20 participants. All Field Trips are first-registered\, first-served. Participants acknowledge the MDAS Liability Waiver (available during registration). \nRating: Moderate \nElevation change: N/A \nLeader: Randy Huey\, please call to confirm: 925-518-8439 \nMeet: Meet at Mt. View Sanitary Visitor Center at 10:00 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. \nRegister for this field trip HERE. \n(Snowy Egret photo by Beth Branthaver)
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/mdas-field-trip-mt-view-sanitary-mcnabney-marsh/
LOCATION:Mountain View Sanitary District\, 3800 Arthur Rd\, Martinez\, CA\, 94553\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conservation,Field Trips
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