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SUMMARY:MDBA Field Trip — Shadow Cliffs Rookeries
DESCRIPTION:Every year\, Herons and Cormorants nest in the tall trees within the park’s riparian area. We will visit these rookeries\, hopefully catching glimpses of chicks within the nests. The park also hosts several Wood Duck nest boxes; with luck\, we may spot ducklings and other young waterfowl as well. \nShadow Cliffs\, located in Pleasanton\, can get quite hot this time of year. Please dress appropriately (a broad-brimmed hat is highly recommended) and bring sunscreen and plenty of water. There is a restroom located near the trailhead. \nPlease factor in the potential for traffic when planning your departure. \nParking Fee: $5 per vehicle. \nTrail Rating: 2 – One hill to get onto the levee trail and just over a mile of walking with few places to sit.\nLeader: Elisa Fernandes-McDade (elisa.fernandesmcdade@gmail.com)\nMeet: Small shade structure near Levee Trail trailhead and next to the shaded/solar panel parking lot\nGPS: 37.9277763\, -122.0644239. Shadow Cliffs Regional Park\, 2500 Stanley Blvd\, Pleasanton\, CA 94566 USA\nDirections: From Walnut Creek\, take I-680 South. In Dublin\, take Exit 30 to merge onto I-580 East toward Stockton. Stay on the I-580 for about 3 miles\, then take Exit 47 for Santa Rita Rd toward Tassajara Rd. After about 1.5 miles\, take a left onto Valley Ave. After about 1 mile\, take another left onto Stanley Blvd. Continue for 1 mile\, then turn right into the Shadow Cliffs entrance. \nThere will be a large\, brown sign with white lettering. After paying at the entry kiosk and going through the roundabout\, turn right into the parking lot with solar panels near the base of the hills. \nThis trip is limited to 20 participants. Carpooling is encouraged! \nRegister here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/birding-shadow-cliffs-registration-1987575958195 \n(Photo of Great Blue Heron by Warren Regelmann)
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/mdba-field-trip-shadow-cliffs-rookeries-may-2026/
LOCATION:Shadow Cliffs Regional Recreation Area\, 2500 Stanley Blvd\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94566\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Field Trips
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ORGANIZER;CN="Elisa Fernandes-McDade":MAILTO:elisa.fernandesmcdade@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:MDBA Field Trip — Shadow Cliffs Rookeries
DESCRIPTION:Every year\, a few herons and cormorants nest in the tall trees in the riparian area of the park. We’ll take a look at the rookeries\, hopefully even catching views of chicks within the nests. \nShadow Cliffs\, being located in Pleasanton\, can get very hot this time of year! Please dress appropriately (broad-brimmed hat recommended)\, bring sunscreen and lots of water. Please also factor in the potential for southbound traffic when planning your departure. \nTrail Rating: 1 – Easy. Mostly level paths\, up to 1 mile walking\nLeader: Elisa Fernandes-McDade (elisa.fernandesmcdade@gmail.com)\nMeeting Point: Shadow Cliffs Regional Park\, 2500 Stanley Blvd\, Pleasanton\, CA 94566 USA \nThis trip is limited to 20 participants. Register here:\nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/birding-shadow-cliffs-registration-1378394889219
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/shadow-cliffs-rookeries-jun-2025/
LOCATION:Shadow Cliffs Regional Recreation Area\, 2500 Stanley Blvd\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94566\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Field Trips
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ORGANIZER;CN="Elisa Fernandes-McDade":MAILTO:elisa.fernandesmcdade@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:MDAS Field Trip — Shadow Cliffs Regional Park
DESCRIPTION:Shadow Cliffs Regional Park\nTuesday\, November 15\, 8:15am – Noon \nExpect to see a good variety of different birds. In years past Bald Eagles\, Osprey\, Herons\, Kingfishers\, various ducks; Owls\, Hawks\, Grackle and many smaller birds have all been seen here. \nHike rating: 1 – Easy\nElevation change: Minor\nLeader: Steve Taylor\, 925-828-8810\nMeet: at the park at 8:15am\, in the parking lot to the left side after passing the Kiosk. There is an entrance fee\, currently $6\, or you can use your East Bay Regional Park pass. \nThis hike is limited to 20 participants. All field trips require registration and participants must acknowledge the MDAS Liability Waiver (available during registration). Register for this event HERE:\nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/shadow-cliffs-regional-park-tickets-421091093797 \nDirections: To reach Shadow Cliffs drive South on Highway 680 and then East on Highway 580. Take the Santa Rita Exit and go right. Drive about a mile South to Valley Ave.. make a left on Valley Ave and in less than a half mile make a left on Stanley The park entrance will be on your right about a mile on Stanley. \n(Red-breasted Sapsucker photo by Isaac Aronow)
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/shadow-cliffs-regional-park-nov-2022/
LOCATION:Shadow Cliffs Regional Recreation Area\, 2500 Stanley Blvd\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94566\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Field Trips
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SUMMARY:Shadow Cliffs Regional Park
DESCRIPTION:New field trip this year! Gulls\, ducks\, grebes\, herons\, and raptors are possible. Carpool leaves at 7:30 AM from Sycamore Valley Road Park & Ride. Or meet at the park at 8 AM . Go south on I-680\, then east on I-580 toward Livermore. Exit at Santa Rita Road and turn right\, drive about 1 mile to Valley Avenue and turn left. Turn left onto Stanley after half-a-mile and then turn right into the park. Entry fee required at kiosk\, then turn left to parking lot. Bring lunch and liquids. Leader: Steve Taylor\, 925-828-8810. Category 2. \n 
URL:https://mtdiablobirds.org/event/shadow-cliffs-regional-park/
LOCATION:Shadow Cliffs Regional Recreation Area\, 2500 Stanley Blvd\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94566\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Field Trips
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