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SUMMARY:Rush Ranch & Grizzly Island Owl Prowl
DESCRIPTION:Sat. May 23 10am-4pm \nThis enormous state wildlife preserve (over 10\,000 acres) near Fairfield is renowned for a great variety of birds and wildlife\, with grasslands\, marshes and wetlands that stretch for miles to the distant hills. To the south\, far beyond the marshes\, majestic Mt. Diablo rises above the horizon. Raptors and hawks of all kinds and songbirds such as Loggerhead shrikes\, meadowlarks\, Red-wing and Brewer’s blackbirds\, are fairly common. Our first stop will be Rush Ranch (see www.solanolandtrust.org for more info)\, a complex of old-fashioned farm buildings with horses\, corrals\, steers and a massive old red barn. It is also home to several kinds of owls (Barn\, Horned and Burrowing)\, which can usually be found with a little searching. White-tailed kites\, Kestrels\, herons\, egrets and songbirds are present in the fields\, marshes and groves of trees. We will then explore Grizzly Island after lunch to see some of these exciting birds\, and we’ll search for the giant Tule Elk herd. Bring lunch and drinks. Allow an hour plus from the East Bay; take 80 to 12 (east)\, and enter the preserve in four miles (a right turn) at Grizzly Island Road. Meet at Rush Ranch\, which is the first right (1-2 miles) after the turn from 12\, enter on the right down the driveway\, meet at the parking lot by the big old Red Barn\, maybe 200 yards ahead. Great opportunities for landscape and wildlife photography.
URL:http://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/rush-ranch-grizzly-island-owl-prowl/
LOCATION:Rush Ranch\, 3521 Grizzly Island Rd\, Suisun City\, CA\, 94585\, United States
CATEGORIES:Day Tours
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200425T160000
DTSTAMP:20260507T105811
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SUMMARY:Magpies\, Orioles and Roadrunners: The Livermore-Mines Road Tour
DESCRIPTION:Sat. April 25\, 10am-4pm \nJourneying along Mines Road is a trip through wild and rugged country into the vanished past of old Alameda County. We meet and begin in Livermore at the Concannon Winery at 10am and drive through 30 miles of cattle ranches\, meandering creeks with huge sycamores\, oak woodlands and chaparral-covered hillsides. This wild country hosts a great assortment of birds\, including Golden Eagles\, Yellow-billed Magpies\, Phainopeplas\, Red-shouldered hawks\, orioles and Great Horned owls. Even hard-to-find Lawrence’s goldfinches\, Roadrunners and Lewis’ woodpeckers are possible! Bring drinks or lunch\, or buy one at the Junction Café around noon. We expect to see up to 50 species for the day. This tour is primarily roadside birding with very little walking. From the East Bay take 580 south-east to the North Livermore exit\, and proceed a mile or so through town\, when the road becomes South Livermore (but still the same road). Continue a short way to Tesla Road; Concannon Vinyard entrance is immediately on the left; park in the large lot next to the main building. (Google maps are useful for additional info on directions.) Make sure you have a full tank of gas for the 60-mile roundtrip journey from Livermore and back!
URL:http://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/magpies-orioles-and-roadrunners-the-livermore-mines-road-tour/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Day Tours
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200314T160000
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SUMMARY:Birds of Pescadero Village & the San Mateo Coast
DESCRIPTION:Sat. March 14\, 10am-4pm \nThe San Mateo coastline\, with its miles of rocky headlands and deep blue ocean\, small coves\, inlets and sandy beaches\, is one of the wonders of the Bay Area. The whole coastline from Pacifica to Santa Cruz is a national treasure for nature lovers! Perhaps the most diverse combination of these scenic natural areas is around Pescadero\, a charming village about 15 miles south of Half Moon Bay. Coastal birdlife is extremely diverse\, with shorebirds like curlews\, godwits\, Willets and plover\, and raptors such as Red-tails\, White-tailed Kites and harriers soaring over the inlets and lagoons. Many ducks\, three species of cormorants\, pelicans and songbirds (finches\, sparrows\, swallows) add additional excitement. Among the ocean headlands and crashing surf we can also find turnstones\, heron and egrets\, Oystercatchers and terns. Occasionally we spot rarities such as Snowy plovers or Harlequin ducks. We will break for lunch in the nearby village of Pescadero\, sampling the small shops and village atmosphere. Species total is usually about 40-50 for the day\, with minimal walking. Meet at Pescadero State Beach (in parking lot) at the junction of Hwy 1 and Pescadero Road\, which is about 15 miles south of Half Moon Bay; park in the lot on the right (ocean) side. Allow 1.5-2 hours driving time from the East Bay\, perhaps half this from San Francisco or Santa Cruz.
URL:http://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/birds-of-pescadero-village-the-san-mateo-coast/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Day Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200208T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200208T160000
DTSTAMP:20260507T105811
CREATED:20191029T034026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191029T034026Z
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SUMMARY:Bolinas Lagoon and Marin Coast Tour
DESCRIPTION:Sat. Feb. 8\, 10am-4pm \nThe secluded coastal village of Bolinas\, just south of Pt. Reyes National Seashore\, is our destination today. It is nestled between the Pacific coast and the Inverness Ridge\, in a spectacular location just north of Stinson Beach. This trip will combine birding along the lagoon and strolling along the beach with a tour of the village. We’ll visit the fascinating studio of the renowned bird artist Keith Hanson\, which doubles as a mini-museum. After lunch in the village we’ll take a stroll along the dramatic and beautiful coastline. Birds typically seen include a great many shorebirds\, herons and egrets\, ducks and songbirds\, with Osprey and Bald eagles possible. From the East Bay take the Richmond Bridge\, 101 north and go west at San Rafael to Sir Francis Drake Boulevard. This goes all the way to Olema near Pt. Reyes\, where we will meet at the parking lot of the Farm House Deli (at the base of a very steep hill). The Deli is at the junction of Hwy 1 and SFD Blvd in Olema. Moderate amounts of walking\, level terrain. Wonderful landscape and marine photographic opportunities. Allow 1.5 hours from the East Bay.
URL:http://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/bolinas-lagoon-and-marin-coast-tour-3/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Day Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200118T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200118T160000
DTSTAMP:20260507T105811
CREATED:20191029T033814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191029T033814Z
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SUMMARY:The Birds of Lake Solano and Putah Creek at Winters
DESCRIPTION:Sat. Jan. 18\, 10am-4pm \nThis day tour highlights several beautiful Sacramento Valley locations\, including Putah Creek and Lake Solano. It starts at Winters\, an old\, charming valley town several miles west of I80 near Davis. We’ll stop for a snack and a walk along lush Putah Creek\, looking for songbirds\, woodpeckers\, ducks\, egrets and perhaps Kingfishers. Then we’ll head off to nearby Lake Solano. Surrounded by stunningly beautiful hill country\, this wooded lake has a great variety of songbirds\, woodpeckers and ducks in the warm winter months. Commonly found are mergansers\, Bufflehead\, Wood ducks\, teal\, goldeneye and Wigeon\, together with grebes\, cormorants\, geese\, herons and egrets. Woodpeckers frequently include sapsuckers\, Nuttall’s\, Flickers and occasionally Lewis’. Hard-to-find Phainopeplas are also occasionally seen around the lake\, as are Lewis’ woodpeckers and Red-shouldered hawks. Totals for the day usually reach at least 40 different species\, of every variety. Opportunities for good water bird and landscape photography. Bring lunch and drinks for a picnic at the lake\, or purchase them in Winters when we arrive. Quickest route from the East Bay: take 80 to 505 north\, left at Winters exit\, and proceed to the center of town at Grant and Railroad Ave\, where we will meet at the Putah Creek Café\, 1 Main St.\, at 9am. Allow at least one hour for travel from San Francisco or the East Bay. You will love Winters and Lake Solano\, everyone does!
URL:http://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/the-birds-of-lake-solano-and-putah-creek-at-winters/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Day Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20191214T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20191214T160000
DTSTAMP:20260507T105811
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LAST-MODIFIED:20191029T033607Z
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SUMMARY:Birds of Bodega Bay and Sonoma Coast
DESCRIPTION:Sat. Dec. 14\, 10am-4pm \nScenic Bodega Bay\, nestled on the Sonoma coast west of Sebastopol\, is one of our most exciting Bay Area birding locations in the winter. In recognition of its migration hot-spot status\, it has been designated as an IBA (Important Bird Area) by the American Bird Conservancy. The great headlands overlooking the ocean and the marshes surrounding the bay protect great numbers and varieties of birds. These include Peregrine falcons\, Brant geese\, plovers\, loons\, shorebirds\, songbirds and many species of ducks. Rarities like Harlequin ducks or Red-necked Grebes also make an occasional appearance. We will circle the bay\, visiting locations such as Bodega Head\, Doran Beach\, Owl Canyon\, Spud Pt. Marina and Hole-in-the-Head. We expect to see 40-50 species of birds\, some in large numbers. Minimal walking; bring lunch (or purchase one locally) and drinks. Many opportunities for great outdoor and wildlife photography. Allow 1-2 hours driving time from the East Bay. On 101 north at Petaluma take Bodega Ave. west to Valley Ford Road\, continue north and west to Hwy 1. Continue several miles north on Hwy 1. Check Google maps for additional info re directions. Meet at Lucas Wharf Restaurant)\, 595 Hwy 1\, which is found on the water (on the left side) pretty quickly when you reach the coast.
URL:http://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/birds-of-bodega-bay-and-sonoma-coast/
LOCATION:Lucas Wharf Restaurant\, 595 Hwy 1\, Bodega Bay\, CA\, 94923
CATEGORIES:Day Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20191019T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20191019T160000
DTSTAMP:20260507T105811
CREATED:20191029T033412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191029T033412Z
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SUMMARY:Sandhill Cranes of the Sacramento Delta
DESCRIPTION:Sat. Oct. 19\, 10am-4pm \nA trip to the Sacramento delta during the fall and winter months is like returning to old California before the Gold Rush\, in the 1840’s\, when it teemed with wildlife of all kinds. In these pioneer days the valley was full of birds of every description and grizzlies\, elk\, beaver\, otters and Mule deer roamed the land. The grizzlies are gone\, but the Cosumnes River Preserve is still pretty close to paradise for bird-lovers! Located a few miles north of Lodi\, just off I5\, the preserve is home to tens of thousands of migratory birds from October to March. Ducks\, Tundra swans\, geese\, raptors (Red-tails\, harriers\, Kestrels)\, shorebirds and many songbirds are there in great numbers. These birds include the majestic Sandhill Cranes\, which spend the winter in the nearby fields and sloughs. They fly overhead in V- shaped patterns constantly bugling to one another. Songbirds\, including warblers\, swallows\, kinglets\, thrushes and finches\, flit in and out among the large trees along the river’s edge. Scaup\, Gadwall\, teal\, Shovelers\, Wigeon\, Pintail dabble among the wetlands pools and marshes. Even Great Horned Owls\, Bitterns and Peregrine falcons can sometimes be spotted! In the afternoon after lunch we’ll visit nearby Woodbridge Road to see even more cranes\, waterfowl and hawks. The trip is easy walking\, less than a mile. Bring lunch\, drinks and cameras for great photography. Allow for a two hour drive from the East Bay\, slightly more from San Francisco or the peninsula. Two main routes: from 580 to I5 north\, exit at Franklin Blvd. Slightly shorter route is directly through the delta: from 80 in the East Bay take 4 east to 160 north\, near Antioch; then take 12 north-east to I5\, and then north about 10 miles to Franklin Blvd. Exit\, make right and go several miles to the Visitor’s Center\, meet in the parking lot.
URL:http://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/sandhill-cranes-of-the-sacramento-delta/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Day Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170923T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170923T160000
DTSTAMP:20260507T105811
CREATED:20170901T164312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170901T164513Z
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SUMMARY:Beaches\, Boardwalks\, Surf and Shorelines: A Birder’s Tour of Santa Cruz
DESCRIPTION:Sat. Sept. 23\, 10am-4pm \nSanta Cruz\, located on the northern end of beautiful Monterey Bay (south of San Jose)\, is famed for its beaches\, boardwalk\, high surf and university. But with its many parks\, rocky cliffs and dramatic coastline\, this Coney Island of the West is also a favorite spot for birds. Its many wild areas include ocean headlands and inlets\, beaches and redwood forests. We will try to sample as many habitats as possible as we tour the city\, from the seacoast to hillside woodlands. We anticipate many birds of all kinds\, from ducks\, raptors and shorebirds to grebes\, pelicans and songbirds. We usually see about 40-50 different species in a day\, of all kinds. We will also visit two local sites to view thousands of over-wintering monarchs! Minimal walking\, less than a mile\, broken up by short drives to different parks. Bring or buy lunch there; meet at Natural Bridges State Beach entrance. Quickest route from the East Bay is 880 to 17 south to Santa Cruz\, then Hwy 1 west (Cabrillo Hwy) a short way to Natural Bridges State Beach. Meet at the entrance to the park.
URL:http://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/beaches-boardwalks-surf-and-shorelines-a-birders-tour-of-santa-cruz/
LOCATION:2531 W Cliff Dr\, Santa Cruz\, CA 95060\, 2531 W Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Day Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170121T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170121T160000
DTSTAMP:20260507T105811
CREATED:20160814T231402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160814T231402Z
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SUMMARY:Bodega Bay Tour\, Sonoma Coast
DESCRIPTION:Scenic Bodega Bay\, nestled on the Sonoma coast west of Sebastopol\, is one of our most exciting local birding locations\, designated an IBA (Important Bird Area) by the American Bird Conservancy. The great headlands\, coves and marshes surrounding the bay protect great numbers and varieties of birds\, such as Peregrine falcons\, Brant geese\, plovers\, loons\, shorebirds\, songbirds and many species of ducks. Numerous rarities have also turned up here\, such as the Emperor Goose and Red-throated Grebe. We will circle the bay\, visiting bird-filled and colorful locations such as Bodega Head\, Doran Beach and Owl Canyon. Minimal walking; bring lunch (or purchase one locally) and drinks. Great marine photography.
URL:http://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/bodega-bay-tour-sonoma-coast-2/
LOCATION:Bodega Bay\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Day Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20161210T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20161210T160000
DTSTAMP:20260507T105811
CREATED:20160814T231308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160814T231308Z
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SUMMARY:Davis Raptor Center\, Winters & Lake Solano
DESCRIPTION:This tour will highlight several beautiful locations: Winters\, a charming valley town\, the Davis Raptor center and Lake Solano. We’ll start at the Davis Raptor Center south of Sacramento in the morning for ducks\, raptors and woodpeckers along Putah Creek. At the center we frequently see Golden eagles\, Red-shouldered and Swainson’s Hawks\, Great Horned and Screech owls\, among others. After lunch at the historic little town of Winters\, we’ll head off to nearby Lake Solano. Surrounded by stunningly beautiful hill country\, this woodedlake has a great variety of songbirds\, woodpeckers and ducks in the spring. Commonly found species include mergansers\, Bufflehead\, Wood ducks\, teal\, goldeneye and Widgeon\, together with grebes\, cormorants\, geese\, herons and egrets. Woodpeckers usually include sapsuckers\, Nuttall’s\, Flickers\, Downies and occasionally Lewis’. We usually spy a total of 40-50 different species. Great water bird and landscape photography.
URL:http://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/davis-raptor-center-winters-lake-solano-3/
LOCATION:UC Davis Raptor Center\, 1340 Equine Ln.\, Davis\, CA\, 95616\, United States
CATEGORIES:Day Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20161105T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20161105T160000
DTSTAMP:20260507T105811
CREATED:20160814T231115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160814T231115Z
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SUMMARY:Merced National Wildlife Refuge Tour
DESCRIPTION:This wildlife preserve in the San Joaquin Valley totals more than 50\,000 acres of marshes and riparian woodlands\, and provides one of the greatest wildlife spectacles still found in California. In the winter\, the marshes hold countless thousands of geese\, raptors\, ibis\, ducks and great flocks of shorebirds\, all in constant motion. This profusion of wildlife is one that greeted early explorers of California almost 200 years ago. Thousands of wildfowl\, from Bufflehead to Snow geese to Tundra swans\, dabble and swim through the ponds. Sandhill cranes in large numbers\, as well as numerous varieties of shorebirds\, wade through the marshes. Raptors abound\, including Great Horned owls\, Marsh harriers and Kestrels\, and even Bald eagles occasionally make an appearance. And in the afternoon we’ll visit refuge headquarters to see herds of the magnificent Tule elk. Fifty to sixty bird species are usually observed during the day. Bring lunch and drinks; tour is mostly by car\, with minimal walking. Outstanding wildlife and bird photography opportunities.
URL:http://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/merced-national-wildlife-refuge-tour/
LOCATION:Merced National Wildlife Refuge\, Merced\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Day Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20161022T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20161022T160000
DTSTAMP:20260507T105811
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SUMMARY:Bolinas Lagoon and Marin Coast Tour
DESCRIPTION:Well-known to nature lovers\, the Marin coast is one of the Bay Area’s natural and cultural treasures. This day trip to the secluded village of Bolinas will demonstrate why: the soaring Bolinas Ridge and the pristine Pacific coastline\, thick coastal woodlands and the lagoon itself\, with Osprey\, harriers\, terns\, shorebirds\, ducks and grebes swimming and flying over the marshes. After walking a riparian trail alive with songbirds and noting the heron rookery near the village\, we’ll stop for lunch at the Coastal Café. Later we’ll drop by noted local artist Keith Hansen’s studio filled with extraordinary bird paintings. Moderate amounts of walking\, level terrain. Great nature and landscape photography opportunities.
URL:http://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/bolinas-lagoon-and-marin-coast-tour-2/
LOCATION:Bolinas Lagoon\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Day Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160507T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160507T160000
DTSTAMP:20260507T105811
CREATED:20160224T043709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160224T043709Z
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SUMMARY:Eagles\, Magpies & Roadrunners: A Mines Road Journey
DESCRIPTION:A tour of Mines Road (south of Livermore) is a trip into the nearly forgotten 19th-century world of the Bay Area. Mines Road begins near Murrieta’s Well winery\, where we hope to find Great Horned owls\, White-tailed kites\, Yellow-billed magpies and Acorn woodpeckers. And it wanders for many miles past cattle ranches\, creeks with great twisted sycamores\, grazing horses\, pine and oak woodlands and chaparral-covered hillsides. It is wild and beautiful country\, with a legendary assortment of birds. Among the 50 or so species we usually see are Golden Eagles\, Phainopeplas\, Red-shouldered Hawks\, Cliff swallows\, Roadrunners\, orioles and Lewis’ woodpeckers. We’ll navigate the serpentine road 30 miles through the hills to the Junction Café\, delighting in the ever-changing landscape. Joining our function at the Junction will be bikers\, birders\, wrens\, hummingbirds and goldfinches (Lawrence’s!) Bring drinks and lunch\, or buy one there. This is an all-day tour\, primarily roadside birding\, with little walking\, although we will make many stops. Make sure you have a full tank of gas for the roundtrip journey!
URL:http://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/eagles-magpies-roadrunners-a-mines-road-journey/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Day Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160402T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160402T160000
DTSTAMP:20260507T105811
CREATED:20160224T043551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160224T043551Z
UID:482-1459591200-1459612800@www.birdingwithted.com
SUMMARY:Condor Quest at Pinnacles National Park
DESCRIPTION:Casting large shadows over the rugged landscape of the Pinnacles are the legendary California Condors! These immense but shy scavengers\, among the largest of North America\, soar through the mountain air with a wingspan of nearly 10 feet! The Pinnacles\, south of Hollister\, are one of the few places in northern California where these great “flying coffee tables” can still be seen. This newly-created 23\,000 acre national park is composed of rugged volcanic peaks with chaparral-dotted hillsides\, oak woodlands and riparian corridors. The park teems with many birds in addition to the Condors (the checklist includes 181 species observed)\, including falcons\, quail\, hummingbirds\, finches\, blackbirds and woodpeckers. Spring wildflowers and butterflies will add extra sparkle to the countryside. We will meet at the Visitor’s Center at the Eastern entrance. Relaxed hiking on level or low-grade trails. Great opportunities for landscape photography. Bring lunch and plenty of drinks; parking fee.
URL:http://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/condor-quest-at-pinnacles-national-park/
LOCATION:Pinnacles National Park\, 5000 California 146\, Paicines\, CA\, 95043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Day Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160319T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160319T160000
DTSTAMP:20260507T105811
CREATED:20160224T043357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160224T043758Z
UID:480-1458378000-1458403200@www.birdingwithted.com
SUMMARY:Davis Raptor Center\, Winters & Lake Solano
DESCRIPTION:This day tour will highlight several beautiful locations\, a charming valley town and a great variety of birds. We’ll start at the UC Davis Raptor Center south of Sacramento in the morning for ducks\, raptors and woodpeckers along Putah Creek. At the center we frequently see Golden eagles\, Red-shouldered and Swainson’s Hawks\, Great Horned and Screech owls\, among others. After lunch at the historic little town of Winters\, we’ll head off to nearby Lake Solano. Surrounded by stunningly beautiful hill country\, this woodedlake has a great variety of songbirds\, woodpeckers and ducks in the spring. Commonly found species include mergansers\, Bufflehead\, Wood ducks\, teal\, goldeneye and Widgeon\, together with grebes\, cormorants\, geese\, herons and egrets. Woodpeckers include sapsuckers\, Nuttall’s\, Flickers\, Downies and occasionally Lewis’. Totals for the day usually total 40-50 different species. Opportunities for great water bird and landscape photography.
URL:http://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/davis-raptor-center-winters-lake-solano-2/
LOCATION:California Raptor Center\, 1340 Equine Ln\, Davis\, 95616\, United States
CATEGORIES:Day Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160227T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160227T160000
DTSTAMP:20260507T105811
CREATED:20160224T042206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160225T162007Z
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SUMMARY:San Luis/Merced National Wildlife Refuge Tour
DESCRIPTION:This large wildlife preserve in the San Joaquin Valley totals more than 50\,000 acres of marshes and riparian woodlands\, and provides one of the greatest wildlife spectacles still found in California. In the winter\, the marshes hold countless thousands of geese\, raptors\, ibis\, ducks and great flocks of shorebirds\, all in constant motion. This profusion of wildlife is one that greeted early explorers of California almost 200 years ago. Thousands of wildfowl\, from Bufflehead to Snow geese to Tundra swans\, dabble and swim through the ponds. Sandhill cranes in large numbers\, as well as numerous varieties of shorebirds\, wade through the marshes. Raptors abound\,  including Great Horned owls\, Marsh harriers and Kestrels\, and even Bald eagles occasionally make an appearance. And in the afternoon we’ll visit refuge headquarters to see herds of the magnificent Tule elk. Fifty to sixty bird species are usually observed during the day. Bring lunch and drinks; tour is mostly by car\, with minimal walking. Outstanding wildlife and bird photography opportunities.
URL:http://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/san-luismerced-national-wildlife-refuge-tour-2/
LOCATION:Merced National Wildlife Refuge\, 7376 Wolfsen Rd\, Merced\, CA\, 95341\, United States
CATEGORIES:Day Tours
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20151212
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20151213
DTSTAMP:20260507T105811
CREATED:20150620T210112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150620T210112Z
UID:359-1449878400-1449964799@www.birdingwithted.com
SUMMARY:San Luis/Merced National Wildlife Refuge
DESCRIPTION:This great wildlife preserve in the San Joaquin Valley\, two hours south of the East Bay\, totals more than 50\,000 acres of marshes and riparian woodlands. It also provides one of the greatest wildlife spectacles still found in California. In the winter\, the marshes hold countless thousands of geese\, raptors\, ibis\, ducks and great flocks of shorebirds\, all in constant motion. Sandhill cranes give their long trumpeting calls as they fly overhead; thousands of Snow geese suddenly rise up with a great honking and clattering of wings. We see Great Horned owls sitting silently in the willows. Over the course of the day\, we usually observe fifty or more species of birds\, and occasionally mammals such as otter\, elk\, cottontails or deer. Bring lunch and drinks; tour is mostly by car\, with minimal walking. Outstanding opportunities for bird photography.
URL:http://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/san-luismerced-national-wildlife-refuge/
LOCATION:Merced National Wildlife Refuge\, Merced\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Day Tours
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20151107
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20151108
DTSTAMP:20260507T105811
CREATED:20150620T210016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150620T210016Z
UID:357-1446854400-1446940799@www.birdingwithted.com
SUMMARY:Davis Raptor Center\, Winters & Lake Solano
DESCRIPTION:This day tour of the central valley will feature a wide variety of birds\, beginning with the UC Davis Raptor Center. We’ll search for ducks\, raptors\, woodpeckers and flycatchers along Putah Creek before viewing the many species of raptors and owls at the center. These frequently include Golden eagles\, Swainson’s Hawks\, Great Horned and Screech owls. After a refreshing lunch at the little town of Winters\, we’ll head off to nearby Lake Solano. This woodland lake typically has a great variety of songbirds\, woodpeckers and ducks in the fall. Several species of mergansers\, Bufflehead\, Wood ducks\, teal\, goldeneye\, Widgeon and several others swim over the placid lake’s surface\, together with grebes\, cormorants\, geese\, herons and egrets. Woodpeckers include sapsuckers\, Nuttall’s\, Flickers\, Downies and frequently Lewis’. Wild peacocks\, with their shrill calls\, also enliven the scene. Occasionally we spot Phainopeplas and (rarely) the elusive Pygmy owl. The lake is surrounded by oak woodlands and scenic hills\, making the location idyllic for birding\, picnics and kayaking. A total of 40-50 different species is our usual count. This is one of our most delightful tours\, not to be missed! Great water bird and landscape photography.
URL:http://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/davis-raptor-center-winters-lake-solano/
LOCATION:UC Davis Raptor Center\, 1340 Equine Ln.\, Davis\, CA\, 95616\, United States
CATEGORIES:Day Tours
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20151024
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20151025
DTSTAMP:20260507T105811
CREATED:20150620T205841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150620T205841Z
UID:356-1445644800-1445731199@www.birdingwithted.com
SUMMARY:Bodega Bay & Sonoma Coast Tour 
DESCRIPTION:Bodega Bay\, nestled on the Sonoma coast west of Sebastopol\, is one of our most exciting local birding locations\, designated an IBA (Important Bird Area) by the American Bird Conservancy. The towering headlands\, coves and marshes surrounding the bay protect great numbers and varieties of birds\, such as Peregrine falcons\, Brant geese\, plovers\, loons\, numerous shorebirds\, songbirds and many species of ducks. Numerous rarities have also turned up here\, such as the Emperor Goose and Red-throated Grebe. We will circle the bay\, visiting locations such as Bodega Head\, Doran Beach\, Owl Canyon and Spud Pt. Marina. Minimal walking; bring lunch (or purchase one locally) and drinks. Good photographic opportunities.
URL:http://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/bodega-bay-sonoma-coast-tour/
LOCATION:Bodega Bay\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Day Tours
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150926
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150927
DTSTAMP:20260507T105811
CREATED:20150620T205755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150620T205755Z
UID:355-1443225600-1443311999@www.birdingwithted.com
SUMMARY:Monterey Bay\, Elkhorn Slough & Moss Landing
DESCRIPTION:Elkhorn Slough\, situated in the middle of Monterey Bay at Moss Landing\, has one of the greatest concentrations of marine mammals (Sea otters and Sea Lions) and birdlife anywhere in California. The Elkhorn River and coastline have a great variety of pelicans\, ducks\, shorebirds and terns\, plus raptors\, cormorants\, Oystercatchers\, turnstones\, grebes and occasionally owls. If you can find it in your fieldguide\, it’s likely here. On one memorable trip we were treated to a Sea Otter mother with a baby nestled on her chest\, not fifty feet away. We typically observe over fifty species of birds\, plus Sea otters and Sea lions\, while we explore several different inland and coastal sites. Bring (or buy at Moss Landing) lunch and drinks. Walking is at a casual pace\, about two miles. Excellent photo opportunities for birds\, sea mammals and scenery.
URL:http://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/monterey-bay-elkhorn-slough-moss-landing/
LOCATION:Elkhorn Slough Safari Nature\, 8022 Moss Landing Road\, Moss Landing\, CA\, 95039\, United States
CATEGORIES:Day Tours
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150725
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150726
DTSTAMP:20260507T105811
CREATED:20150620T205700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150620T205700Z
UID:354-1437782400-1437868799@www.birdingwithted.com
SUMMARY:Pescadero Village & San Mateo Coast Birding
DESCRIPTION:The rugged San Mateo coastline\, studded with great headlands and huge waves crashing on the beaches\, is one of the Bay Area’s most dramatic and beautiful sights. Just south of Half Moon Bay we find Pescadero\, a tiny 19th century village “that the decades cannot improve.” Nearby are numerous wonderful coastal birding sites. On our walk along the white sandy beaches we can observe Heerman’s and Western gulls\, Western grebes\, terns\, various shorebirds and possibly Snowy plover. Next stop will be the high rocky headlands\, with Brown pelicans\, Willets\, turnstones and Oystercatchers flying among the sea stacks. We’ll search for Surfbirds and Alcids also. After a visit to the village for lunch and a quick visit to the remarkable Harley Goat Farm (Killdeer\, swallows\, Red-tails\, blackbirds)\, we’ll head out to the coastal marshes for herons\, egrets\, ducks\, sparrows\, harriers and White-tailed kites. This is a visit to a spectacular and rugged coastline and a secluded\, historic village\, both with great birding opportunities. Moderate walking\, spectacular scenery\, great ocean photography.
URL:http://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/pescadero-village-san-mateo-coast-birding/
LOCATION:Pescadero Marsh Natural Preserve\, Pescadero\, CA\, 94060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Day Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20150627T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20150627T160000
DTSTAMP:20260507T105811
CREATED:20141230T000453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20141230T000453Z
UID:285-1435395600-1435420800@www.birdingwithted.com
SUMMARY:Bolinas Lagoon Birding Tour
DESCRIPTION:Sat. June 27\, 9am-4pm \nSimply put\, Bolinas and the Marin coast are Bay Area natural and cultural treasures. This West Marin day trip to the secluded village of Bolinas will demonstrate why: the soaring Bolinas Ridge and the pristine Pacific coastline\, thick coastal woodlands and the lagoon itself\, with Osprey\, terns\, shorebirds\, ducks and grebes swimming and flying over the marshes. After hiking a riparian trail and noting the heron rookery near the village\, we’ll stop for lunch at the Coastal Café. In the afternoon we’ll drop by noted local artist Keith Hansen’s studio filled with extraordinary bird paintings. Low to moderate amounts of walking\, level terrain. Good nature photography opportunities.
URL:http://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/bolinas-lagoon-birding-tour/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Day Tours
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20150509T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20150509T160000
DTSTAMP:20260507T105811
CREATED:20141230T000419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20141230T000419Z
UID:284-1431162000-1431187200@www.birdingwithted.com
SUMMARY:Magpies\, Orioles and Roadrunners: The Mines Road Tour
DESCRIPTION:Sat. May 9\, 9am-4pm \nMines Road is a trip through wild and rugged country into the vanished landscape  of Alameda County. It begins at the Concannon Winery in Livermore\, and winds past sycamore-lined creeks\, oak woodlands and chaparral-covered hillsides. It boasts a legendary assortment of birds\, including Golden Eagles\, Yellow-billed Magpies\, Phainopeplas\, Roadrunners\, Red-shouldered hawks\, orioles and Great Horned owls. Even Lawrence’s goldfinches and Lewis’ woodpeckers are possible. Bring drinks or lunch\, or buy one at the Junction Café. We expect to see at least 50 species for the day. This tour is primarily roadside birding\, with very little walking. Meet at Concannon Winery in Livermore\, 9am.
URL:http://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/magpies-orioles-and-roadrunners-the-mines-road-tour/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Day Tours
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20150404T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20150404T160000
DTSTAMP:20260507T105811
CREATED:20141230T000335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20141230T000335Z
UID:283-1428138000-1428163200@www.birdingwithted.com
SUMMARY:Elkhorn Slough Estuarine Preserve at Moss Landing
DESCRIPTION:Sat. April 4\, 9am-4pm \nElkhorn Slough\, situated in the middle of Monterey Bay near Moss Landing\, has a fabled reputation as one of the greatest concentrations of marine mammals (large numbers of Sea otters and Sea Lions) and birdlife anywhere in California. The Elkhorn River mouth and coastline have a great variety of pelicans\, ducks\, shorebirds and terns\, plus raptors\, cormorants\, grebes and occasionally owls. On one memorable trip we were treated to a Sea Otter mother with a baby nestled on her chest\, not fifty feet away. We typically observe fifty species or more bird species. Bring (or buy at Moss Landing) lunch and drinks. Walking is at a casual pace\, about two miles. Excellent photo opportunities.
URL:http://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/elkhorn-slough-estuarine-preserve-at-moss-landing/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Day Tours
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20150321T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20150321T160000
DTSTAMP:20260507T105811
CREATED:20141230T000226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20141230T000226Z
UID:282-1426928400-1426953600@www.birdingwithted.com
SUMMARY:Bodega Bay Tour\, Sonoma Coast
DESCRIPTION:Sat. March 21\, 9am-4pm \nScenic Bodega Bay\, nestled on the Sonoma coast west of Sebastopol\, is one of our most exciting local birding locations\, designated an IBA (Important Bird Area) by the American Bird Conservancy. The great headlands\, coves and marshes surrounding the bay protect great numbers and varieties of birds\, such as Peregrine falcons\, Brant geese\, plovers\, loons\, shorebirds\, songbirds and many species of ducks. Numerous rarities have also turned up here\, such as the Emperor Goose and Red-throated Grebe. We will circle the bay\, visiting locations such as Bodega Head\, Doran Beach\, Owl Canyon\, Spud Pt. Marina and Hole-in-the-Head. Minimal walking; bring lunch (or purchase one locally) and drinks. Good photographic opportunities. Optional dinner after the tour.
URL:http://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/bodega-bay-tour-sonoma-coast/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Day Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20150221T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20150221T160000
DTSTAMP:20260507T105811
CREATED:20141230T000144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20141230T000144Z
UID:281-1424509200-1424534400@www.birdingwithted.com
SUMMARY:Raptors of Panoche Valley & Mercey Hot Springs
DESCRIPTION:Sat. Feb. 21\, 9am-4pm (NEW) \nDeep in the inner coastal range 20 miles south-west of Los Banos\, lies Panoche Valley. This very wild and scenic country is home to many varieties of exciting birds\, including Golden Eagles\, Prairie falcons\, bluebirds\, Rock and Canyon wrens\, Lawrence’s goldfinches\, Chukars (large colorful partridges) and Mountain plover. Our destination on this tour is Mercey Hot Springs\, a resort known for its Long-eared and Barn owls. The $30 resort day-use fee (additional) includes optional hot-tub or heated pool break. Bring lunch\, drinks and a full tank of gas. Overnight accommodations at the resort are usually available to extend your stay. Nearby are Mission San Juan Bautista and Pinnacles National Park (home to California condors)\, both also wonderful places to visit. Good opportunities for nature and bird photography.
URL:http://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/raptors-of-panoche-valley-mercey-hot-springs/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Day Tours
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20150117T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20150117T160000
DTSTAMP:20260507T105811
CREATED:20141230T000055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20141230T000055Z
UID:280-1421485200-1421510400@www.birdingwithted.com
SUMMARY:San Luis/Merced National Wildlife Refuge Tour
DESCRIPTION:Sat. Jan. 17\, 9am-4pm \nThis large wildlife preserve in the San Joaquin Valley totals more than 50\,000 acres of marshes and riparian woodlands\, and provides one of the greatest wildlife spectacles still found in California. In the winter\, the marshes hold countless thousands of geese\, raptors\, ibis\, ducks and great flocks of shorebirds\, all in constant motion. Sandhill cranes give their long trumpeting calls as they fly overhead\, and thousands of Snow geese suddenly fly up from the ponds. Great Horned owls sit silently in the willows. Over the course of the day\, we usually observe fifty or more species of birds\, and occasionally mammals such as otters\, elk or deer. Bring lunch and drinks; tour is mostly by car\, with minimal walking. Outstanding opportunities for bird photography.
URL:http://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/san-luismerced-national-wildlife-refuge-tour/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Day Tours
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20141213T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20141213T160000
DTSTAMP:20260507T105811
CREATED:20140519T190207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140519T190207Z
UID:239-1418461200-1418486400@www.birdingwithted.com
SUMMARY:Sandhill Crane Tour\, Cosumnes Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Sat. Dec. 13\, 9am-4pm  \nLocated in the Sacramento Delta (at Galt\, north of Lodi)\, this wetland preserve has enormous numbers of migratory waterfowl\, Tundra swans\, raptors (Red-tails\, harriers\, kestrels)\, shorebirds and songbirds. Sandhill Cranes are everywhere this time of year\, their gargling yodels carrying over the marshes for great distances as they fly over. Walking along the Cosumnes River we can see warblers\, kinglets\, thrushes\, finches and wrens flitting through the trees. Wildfowl such as scaup\, Gadwall\, teal\, Shovelers\, Wigeon and Pintail hide among the reeds dotting the wetlands. Occasionally Peregrine falcons\, Great Horned Owls and bitterns can be spotted. In the afternoon we’ll visit Woodbridge Road for even more waterfowl and raptors. Minimal walking. Bring lunch and drinks for a picnic lunch at the Cosumnes Visitor’s Center. \n 
URL:http://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/sandhill-crane-tour-cosumnes-preserve/
LOCATION:Cosumnes Preserve\, 13501 Franklin Blvd\, Galt\, CA\, 95632\, United States
CATEGORIES:Day Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20141129T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20141129T160000
DTSTAMP:20260507T105811
CREATED:20140519T190017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140519T190017Z
UID:237-1417251600-1417276800@www.birdingwithted.com
SUMMARY:Davis Raptor Center and Lake Solano
DESCRIPTION:Sat. Nov. 29\, 9am-4pm  \nThis fall tour begins at the Raptor Center at UC Davis\, where we’ll view Great Horned Owls\, Golden Eagles\, accipiters and several species of hawks. At nearby Putah Creek we’ll search for Red-tails\, Western bluebirds\, warblers\, kinglets\, finches and blackbirds. Heading west to Winters\, we’ll lunch at a local diner. Then it’s off to Lake Solano where birds include many kinds of ducks (including mergansers and Wood ducks)\, woodpeckers and songbirds. Along the lake shore we’ll search for elusive Phainopeplas and Pygmy owls. Finally we head up to dramatic Lake Berryessa for White-throated swifts\, raptors and wrens\, among others. This is an exciting tour with a constantly changing landscape\, wonderful scenery and many birds. Walking is minimal.
URL:http://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/davis-raptor-center-and-lake-solano/
LOCATION:UC Davis\, Davis\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Day Tours
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20141004T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20141004T160000
DTSTAMP:20260507T105811
CREATED:20140519T185821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140519T185821Z
UID:235-1412413200-1412438400@www.birdingwithted.com
SUMMARY:Merced National Wildlife Refuge\, Merced\, Central Valley
DESCRIPTION:Sat. Oct. 4\, 9am-4pm  \nMerced NWR is one of several San Joaquin Valley wildlife refuges that comprise the San Luis National Wildlife Refuge. Together they total more than 50\,000 acres. This combination of marshes\, ponds\, riparian areas and farmlands host many thousands of birds each fall and winter. Ducks\, owls\, geese\, swans\, shorebirds\, Sandhill Cranes\, raptors of all kinds\, songbirds and waders are in such numbers and variety it takes your breath away. In the afternoon we’ll visit another refuge in the area. Bring lunch and drinks\, there is no local place to buy them. This is primarily a car tour\, with minimal walking. \n 
URL:http://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/merced-national-wildlife-refuge-merced-central-valley/
LOCATION:Merced National Wildlife Refuge\, 7376 Wolfsen Rd\, Merced\, CA\, 95341\, United States
CATEGORIES:Day Tours
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