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SUMMARY:Yosemite\, Mono Lake & Eastern Sierras Tour
DESCRIPTION:Tues- Friday\, July 28-31 \nThis Eastern Sierra tour has become one of our most popular four-day trips! It includes visits to Tuolumne Meadows at Yosemite\, ancient Mono Lake\, the Eastern Sierra forests and the legendary ghost-town of Bodie. The nearby 10\,000-foot mountains and forests make for spectacular scenery\, together with high desert sagebrush and volcanic landscapes that roll on for miles. We’ll explore Mono Lake and its tufa towers\, Lee Vining village\, Bodie ghost-town (now a state park)\, have lunch at the old pioneer village of Bridgeport\, see Mammoth Lakes and hunt for warblers at Lee Vining Canyon. Mono is a magnet for several hundred bird species\, including phalaropes\, shorebirds\, grebes\, pelicans\, ducks\, woodpeckers and raptors. These include Osprey\, Mt. Bluebird\, Pygmy nuthatches\, Clark’s Nutcracker\, Wood ducks\, Audubon’s warblers\, Yellow-headed Blackbirds\, Red-breasted Sapsuckers and hundreds of others. Walking the sagebrush-covered hills at Bodie we’ll search for the enormous Sage Grouse\, one of the great birds of the Western high desert. We meet Tuesday afternoon at Boulder Lodge on June Lake\, 10 miles south of Lee Vining village\, right off H395. The Lodge has a pool\, barbeque area and lakeside boating; rooms are large\, accommodate several people and have kitchenettes. Visit www.boulderlodgejunelake.com for more info. The spectacular mountain peaks\, Mono Lake and pioneer-era villages are great for photography of all kinds. Easiest route from San Francisco and the Bay Area: take 120 across the valley to Yosemite\, go over Tioga Pass and then south 10 miles on 395 to June Lake and Boulder Lodge. Tour begins after check-in Tuesday afternoon. Allow at least six hours from the Bay Area to June L
URL:http://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/yosemite-mono-lake-eastern-sierras-tour-3/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200714
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200718
DTSTAMP:20260507T105545
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SUMMARY:Monterey Birds\, Beaches & Heritage Tour
DESCRIPTION:Tues-Friday\, July 14-17 \nThe stunning natural beauty\, museums\, beaches\, Aquarium and historic adobes of old Monterey are only two and a half hours away from San Francisco and the Bay Area. Over three days and two nights\, we will sample the best of these cultural and wildlife treasures\, including Elkhorn Slough for shorebirds and Sea Otters\, the Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History\, the Steinbeck Center in nearby Salinas\, Pt. Lobos coastal preserve and stroll the spectacular Monterey beaches. Among many local birds\, we’ll search for terns\, shorebirds\, Oystercatchers\, Avocets\, ducks\, cormorants and many songbirds. A half-day cruise for whale-watching is another possibility. Other potential late-afternoon sites to investigate include old Spanish churches\, the Robert Louis Stevenson House\, restaurants and galleries! Nature\, historic and marine life photography opportunities galore! Accommodations: world-class and beach-front resorts\, hotels and Airbnb rentals blanket the area. One favorite of ours\, one block from the ocean\, is the Monterey Bay Lodge (go to www.montereybaylodge.com) for more information on amenities such as their pool and restaurant. All in all\, this is a weekend pretty close to paradise!
URL:http://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/monterey-birds-beaches-heritage-tour-2/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200625
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200629
DTSTAMP:20260507T105545
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SUMMARY:Sierra Valley Tour: Woodlands\, Birds & Wildflowers of the Sierras
DESCRIPTION:Thurs-Sunday\, June 25-28 \nThe Sierra Valley\, a secluded mountain area with miles of sagebrush\, forests and marshes\, is only a half hour drive north of I80 and Tahoe. For the last several years we have provided this tour (four days and three nights) to explore the valley’s wilderness and observe many different birds and wildflowers. Among 60-70 species of birds often seen are Sandhill cranes\, White-faced Ibis\, Bald eagles\, Snipe\, Osprey\, Horned larks\, Yellow-headed Blackbirds and many ducks\, hummingbirds\, woodpeckers and songbirds. We will visit the Iron Bridge marsh\, Lake Davis\, the village of Sierraville\, the Feather River\, Yuba Pass and the SFSU Field station near Bassett’s. We frequently stay in the little town of Portola at the north end of the valley\, with many shops\, museums\, restaurants and even golf courses at nearby Blairsden. The tour package includes one class (optional) in Berkeley prior to the trip\, on Weds. June 24th\, 9-12am. Local campgrounds include Plumas-Eureka State Park\, one of the best. Our favorite spot to stay in Portola\, convenient to everything: the Sleepy Pines Motel; see www.sleepypinesmotel.com for more info. There are also many other motels and resorts in the area to choose from. Tour starts at Sierraville village at 1pm Thursday\, and right after lunch we begin our tour of the valley. We say good-bye Sunday at noon to head home. Allow four hours travel from the Bay Area to Sierraville\, right at the south entrance of the valley.
URL:http://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/sierra-valley-tour-woodlands-birds-wildflowers-of-the-sierras/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200605
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200608
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SUMMARY:Mountain Birds of the Tahoe Sierras at Strawberry Lodge
DESCRIPTION:Fri-Sunday\, June 5-7 \nHistoric Strawberry Lodge (from 1858) is located two hours east of Sacramento\, on Route 50 at Kyburz village\, portal to the Sierras. It’s located in the Crystal Basin Recreation Area and is part of the 85\,000 acre Eldorado National Forest\, just south of Lake Tahoe. This dramatic landscape of mountain lakes (Wright’s\, Echo & Loon among many) and forests of gigantic pine and fir will be our HQ for this mid- summer mountain tour. Bird life and wildflowers will be at their peak\, with sunny weather and warm temps. The area includes many resorts and campgrounds\, with boating\, fishing\, hiking\, horseback riding and canoeing as additional options for non-birding pals and partners. Mountain specialties include Western tanagers\, Red-breasted sapsuckers\, Townsend’s warblers\, Nighthawks\, Clark’s nutcrackers\, Mt. bluebirds\, Green-tailed towhees\, Black-backed and Lewis’ woodpeckers\, Evening grosbeaks and Mt. chickadees are among more than 50-60 species typically seen. We will also visit nearby South Lake Tahoe for water birds and vistas of the great lake at Emerald Bay\, with shops and restaurants to sample. Birding will be primarily by car\, with hikes leisurely and short. Re amenitites and prices at the lodge\, go to www.strawberrylodge.com\, or call (530) 659-7200. The tour is three days and two nights\, meeting at 1pm Friday at the lodge.
URL:http://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/mountain-birds-of-the-tahoe-sierras-at-strawberry-lodge/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200515
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200518
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SUMMARY:Mendocino Seacoast Weekend Tour
DESCRIPTION:Fri-Sunday\, May 15-17 \nMendocino County\, three hours north of the Bay Area\, is renowned for its rugged seacoast\, rural charm and deep wild forests. Great headlands are pounded by enormous Pacific breakers\, and unspoiled rivers like the Navarro and Albion meet the sea to create expansive beaches. The town of Mendocino itself appears to be a small\, transplanted New England village. State parks embrace the coastline\, including McKerricher\, Van Damme and Russian Gulch. These parks are home to many forms of wildlife\, birds and marine mammals. Loons\, Black oystercatchers and turnstones\, together with many species of ducks and songbirds\, gulls and cormorants\, patrol the oceans and forests. Among the headlands and crashing surf we’ll look for Surfbirds and other shorebirds\, Pelagic cormorants\, guillemots\, mergansers and the elusive Harlequin\, a spectacular sea duck. Off the coast we may spot whales on their epic migration north. Inland\, we’ll search the deep conifer woodlands for warblers\, thrushes and kinglets\, and note colorful mushrooms on the forest floor. The whole Mendocino area has a unique 19th century feeling with wonderful restaurants\, bookstores and craft shops. Nature photography opportunities are everywhere. We’ll be staying at the Beach House Inn in nearby Ft. Bragg\, but there are many B&Bs available in the area. Lodging and meals are not included in the tour cost. Spectacular marine\, coastline and woodland photography.
URL:http://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/mendocino-seacoast-weekend-tour-3/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200319
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200323
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SUMMARY:Klamath Basin Wildlife Refuge Tour
DESCRIPTION:Thurs-Sunday\, March 19-22 \nEvery year at the great Klamath National Wildlife Refuge on the California-Oregon border\, hundreds of thousands of migrating wildfowl\, shorebirds and raptors pass through or spend the winter. This country is very wild\, open and rugged\, with wilderness sightlines extending to the horizon! The refuge alone covers many thousands of acres of marshes\, forests and lakes. Experienced birders agree that fall at the Klamath NWR is the greatest spectacle of migrating birds on the West Coast\, and all within sight of the snow-capped 12\,000-foot peak of Mt. Shasta to the south. Endless varieties of birds\, such as Sandhill cranes\, Snow\, White-fronted and Ross’ geese\, shorebirds\, Tundra swans\, Gray Jays\, ducks of every description\, Bald Eagles\, owls and many kinds of songbirds throng the area. Each day will provide new refuges\, lakes and opportunities to view wildlife and birds. Total bird species observed for the weekend are typically at least 70-80. Walking is minimal\, on level terrain. Group accommodations will be at the Shilo Inn in nearby Klamath Falls\, Oregon. Tour begins Thursday afternoon after check-in at the Inn\, and continues to noon Sunday morning. From the Bay Area drive time is about 6-7 hours\, and car-pooling is recommended. Amtrak service to Klamath Falls and van transportation on site is available. Lodging\, transportation and meals are additional.
URL:http://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/klamath-basin-wildlife-refuge-tour/
LOCATION:Klamath Refuge\, tule lake\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekend Trips
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200221
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200224
DTSTAMP:20260507T105545
CREATED:20191029T035045Z
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SUMMARY:Steinbeck Country\, the Pinnacles & Old San Benito Tour
DESCRIPTION:Fri-Sunday\, Feb. 21-23 \nAnother one of our exciting trips this year will be a weekend tour of San Benito County to experience its many historic and wildlife treasures. This very rural area east of Monterey has a wonderful variety of birds\, historic sites and great mountain scenery! This three-day\, two night tour is packed with recreational\, cultural and wildlife adventures: Pinnacles National Park\, Mercey Hot Springs Spa\, Mission San Juan Bautista and Elkhorn Preserve at Moss Landing (just north of Monterey). The area has some of the most exciting birding in California\, including Long-eared\, Barn and Great Horned owls\, California condors (at Pinnacles National Park)\, Golden eagles\, Chukers (very large colorful partridges)\, Mountain plover and Lawrence’s goldfinches\, just for starters! We’ll meet Friday at 11am to begin the tour at the legendary Andersen’s Restaurant at Santa Nella\, near Los Banos and I5. After lunch we’ll take off through the hills to Mercey Hot Springs. This old-fashioned spa is a hot-spot (literally and figuratively) for birds\, with Lawrence’s gold-finches and several owl species (Great Horned\, Long-eared\, Barn). And of course their signature hot-tubs and heated pool. Depending on your preference\, you can take a relaxing soak or search for owls. (Go to www.merceyhotsprings.com for a virtual tour.) Later in the afternoon we’ll drive through the dramatic Gabilan Mountains and stay overnight in Hollister\, with several choices of lodging\, either at the local Marriott or splendid old Victorian B&Bs. Saturday will be devoted to exploring the Pinnacles National Park\, with its imposing volcanic spires and California condors circling overhead! Many other birds grace the skies here: Prairie falcons\, Acorn woodpeckers and many songbirds. Returning to Hollister for the evening\, on Sunday we will travel over to nearby Mission San Juan Bautista. This is one of the most atmospheric of the old missions\, with the 200-year old Baroque chapel still in use. About noon we will continue north for our last stop\, Elkhorn Slough near Moss Landing. Among its wonderful wildlife are Sea Otters\, seals and Sea Lions and a great selection of birds\, such as loons\, ducks\, egrets\, shorebirds\, cormorants\, gulls and turnstones. Elkhorn is where we’ll take our leave in the early afternoon. There will be many great chances for nature\, landscape and bird photography. Most tours observe 60 or more bird species over the weekend. Directions to Andersen’s from San Francisco and the East Bay: take 580 to I5\, drive south to Santa Nella\, exit left\, look for their trademark windmill (only one in the area)! Allow 2-2.5 hours from Oakland; from Santa Barbara or LA take I5 north and allow 3-4 hours. Additional Hollister accommodations and directions provided at registration. It should be a great adventure\, combining cultural history\, exciting wildlife sightings and landscapes of remarkable natural beauty.
URL:http://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/steinbeck-country-the-pinnacles-old-san-benito-tour/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200124
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200127
DTSTAMP:20260507T105545
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SUMMARY:Monterey Birds\, Beaches & Heritage Tour
DESCRIPTION:Fri-Sunday\, Jan. 24-26 \nMonterey\, with its fabulous beaches\, art museums\, restaurants\, Aquarium and old Spanish adobes\, is famous throughout the world. These unique features combine to make it a perfect weekend holiday\, slightly more than a two-hour drive from San Francisco and the Bay Area. During this three day and two night weekend we’ll sample the best of these cultural and wildlife treasures\, including Elkhorn Slough for shorebirds and Sea Otters\, the Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History\, the Steinbeck Center in nearby Salinas\, Pt. Lobos coastal preserve and the endless Monterey beaches. We’ll search for terns\, shorebirds\, Oystercatchers\, Avocets\, ducks\, cormorants and many songbirds both inland and along the coast. A half-day ocean cruise to see whales is another option. Other potential late-afternoon sites to investigate include old Spanish churches\, the Robert Louis Stevenson House\, restaurants and galleries! Nature\, old colonial-era architecture and marine life photographic opportunities are everywhere. World-class and beach-front resorts\, hotels and Airbnb rentals blanket the area. One favorite of ours\, one block from the ocean\, is the Monterey Bay Lodge (831) 372-8057. Visit their website at www.montereybaylodge.com for information on rates\, pool\, restaurant and other amenities. See you for a weekend in paradise!
URL:http://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/monterey-birds-beaches-heritage-tour/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200102
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200106
DTSTAMP:20260507T105545
CREATED:20191029T034819Z
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SUMMARY:Salton Sea and Anza-Borrego Desert Tour
DESCRIPTION:Thurs- Sunday\, Jan. 2-5 \nThe immense Salton Sea (343 square miles)\, located in southern California in the Imperial Valley\, is a winter hot-spot for thousands of birds of all kinds\, including ducks\, rails\, egrets\, pelicans\, ibis\, cranes\, geese\, gulls and raptors. Over 400 species have been recorded around the sea and the surrounding Colorado Desert palm oases and preserves! These include Costa’s hummingbird\, Greater Roadrunner\, Cattle egret\, Phainopepla\, Cactus Wren\, Verdin\, Ladder-backed woodpecker\, Le Conte’s thrasher\, Gila woodpeckers\, Gambel’s quail and many others. Raptors such as Osprey\, Merlin and Peregrine falcon are found locally\, as well as Great Horned and Burrowing owls. Other desert wildlife we may spy includes Kit fox\, Blacktailed jackrabbit\, Zebratail lizards\, Kangaroo Rats and Desert tortoise\, among many. This four-day\, three night tour will provide many opportunities to explore and observe the exciting birds and wildlife in many sites\, often in great numbers. The Calipatra Inn\, just south of the Salton Sea in Calipatra\, will be our group HQ for the weekend\, but you may choose from many other lodging options in the area. We anticipate observing at least 75 bird species during the four day stay\, including many local desert specialties. Temps should be mild\, in the 60s and 70s. Among many sites we plan to visit are the Sonny Bono NWR\, Algodones Dunes\, Coachella Valley Bird Center and Anza-Borrego Desert State Park. Our adventure begins Thursday at noon at the Calipatra Inn. Check with me for ground transportation options on the tour\, including pick up at the San Diego airport.
URL:http://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/salton-sea-and-anza-borrego-desert-tour/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191206
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191209
DTSTAMP:20260507T105545
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SUMMARY:Migratory Birds of the Central Valley at the San Luis National Wildlife Refuge
DESCRIPTION:Fri- Sunday\, Dec. 6-8 \nThis weekend tour of the San Luis NWR near Los Banos and Merced will provide an encyclopedic look at wintering birds of the Central Valley. The refuge is made up of several different preserves\, including Merced\, Grasslands and Los Banos\, and together they total over 50\,000 acres of wetlands and marshes. From October to March they host hundreds of thousands of ducks\, geese\, shorebirds and raptors. Hawks of all kinds\, from Red-tails and harriers to kites and falcons\, are common. At the Sandy Mush Road preserve near Merced\, Great Horned owls are always present\, and even Bald eagles are occasionally seen. Sandhill cranes\, Snow and Ross’ geese are scattered over the nearby fields\, usually several thousand. Seeing the herds of giant Tule Elk near the refuge HQ will be another highlight of the tour on Saturday. This three day\, two night tour is primarily by car\, with minimal walking. Bird species seen per day typically are 40- 50\, from raptors to wrens\, Willets to warblers\, Flickers to finches. We will meet 11am Friday at the Sandy Mush preserve west of Merced; allow 2-plus hours driving time from the East Bay and bring drinks and lunch. Quickest route from the Bay Area is 580 to I5 south\, where you exit for 140 going east. Continue across the valley on 140 toward Merced\, and use local roads to reach the preserve on Sandy Mush Road. We will meet in the parking lot near the entrance next to the viewing platform. After several hours of spectacular birding we will head over to La Quinta Inn in Los Banos\, which will be our HQ for two nights during this Central Valley tour. (You may select other accommodations in the area\, of course\, but Los Banos is centrally located between most of the local wildlife preserves.) Contact me for any additional info on birds\, hotels or directions that you may wish.
URL:http://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/migratory-birds-of-the-central-valley-at-the-san-luis-national-wildlife-refuge/
CATEGORIES:Weekend Trips
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191111
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SUMMARY:A Birder’s Tour of Santa Cruz: Beaches to Redwoods\, Shorebirds to Songbirds
DESCRIPTION:Fri-Sunday\, Nov. 8-10 \nSanta Cruz\, located just south of San Jose\, is known for its beaches\, amusement park\, surfers and university. But with its dramatic coastline and many parks\, this college town is also known for its great birding\, especially in the fall and winter. Among the ocean headlands\, beaches and forests you can find many ducks\, raptors\, shorebirds\, grebes\, pelicans and songbirds. On a typical day we see 40 or more species\, from Peregrine falcons\, Willets and Varied Thrushes to Black turnstones\, phoebes\, Oystercatchers and Bufflehead. Over this weekend we’ll explore many different areas\, including Natural Bridges State Beach\, Lighthouse Point\, Seacliff State Beach in nearby Aptos\, Neary Lagoon and many others. We’ll also visit two sites to view swarms of over-wintering monarch butterflies! Hikes are at a moderate pace\, less than a mile per day\, broken up by short drives to different parks. Tour is three days and two nights\, and will begin noon Friday at the Santa Cruz Mission Inn\, our headquarters for the weekend. The tour continues through early Sunday afternoon\, when we take our leave of this memorable weekend. Driving directions provided at registration.
URL:http://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/a-birders-tour-of-santa-cruz-beaches-to-redwoods-shorebirds-to-songbirds/
CATEGORIES:Weekend Trips
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160731T170000
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SUMMARY:Yosemite\, Mono Lake & Eastern Sierras Tour
DESCRIPTION:This has become one of our most popular weekend tours\, and no wonder: a vast and ancient lake on the eastern slope of Yosemite\, Mono is famous for its unique tufa formations that surround its waters. Snow-capped Sierra peaks\, forests\, high desert country and volcanic geological features all combine to give a feeling of a vast wilderness. The lake and Eastern Sierra woodlands are a magnet to several hundred bird species\, including phalaropes\, plovers\, grebes\, pelicans\, swifts\, raptors and several species of ducks. Local songbirds include warblers\, nuthatches\, thrushes\, kinglets\, woodpeckers\, shrikes and flycatchers. Osprey\, Mt. Bluebird\, Sage Grouse\, Black-billed Magpie\, Clark’s Nutcracker\, Audubon’s warblers\, Red-breasted Sapsucker and Townsend’s  Solitaire are among a total of 80-90 species frequently observed. Our tour begins at Thurs. afternoon at June Lake\, south of Lee Vining on 395. Our lodging will be at Boulder Lodge\, right on the shores of June Lake. The tour ends Sunday at 1pm. Among many locations we will explore are Tuolomne Meadows\, Mono Lake\, the ghost town of Bodie\, Bridgeport Reservoir and Lee Vining Canyon. Great opportunities for nature and landscape photography. Tour cost does not include lodging or meals. Information on directions\, birding resources and other information will be provided at registration.
URL:http://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/yosemite-mono-lake-eastern-sierras-tour-2/
LOCATION:June Lake\, June Lake\, CA\, 93529\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekend Trips
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SUMMARY:Monterey Bay Weekend Birding and Coast Tour
DESCRIPTION:Monterey Bay is renowned as one of the most scenic areas of the central California coastline\, with an extraordinary concentration of wildlife. This wildlife includes an endless wealth of birds\, Sea otters and migrating whales. Outstanding beaches\, headlands and state parks dot the area: Elkhorn Slough and Moss Landing\, the Salinas and Carmel River estuaries\, Monterey beach\, Pt. Lobos and Julia Pfeiffer State Park in nearby Big Sur\, among many. During this exciting weekend we can expect to see Sea otters and Sea Lions as well as pelicans\, plovers\, herons and egrets\, raptors\, and many kinds of shorebirds\, ducks and songbirds. Eighty to ninety different species of birds\, some in great numbers\, is typical during a weekend. We meet noon Thurs. at Elkhorn Slough (at Moss Landing\, south of Santa Cruz)\, and the tour ends Sunday in Monterey. It includes a half-day bay cruise for whales and pelagic birds Friday (additional fee). Lodging and most meals are not included in the tour price. We will stay at the Monterey Bay Lodge\, very close to the Monterey beachfront. Information on directions and birds will be provided at registration. Excellent wildlife and bird photography opportunities.
URL:http://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/monterey-bay-weekend-birding-and-coast-tour/
LOCATION:Monterey Bay\, Monterey\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekend Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160609T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160612T170000
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SUMMARY:Sierra Valley Weekend Birding Tour and Class
DESCRIPTION:For John Muir the Sierras were the peak experience of California wilderness. These great forests of pine and fir\, pure streams and rivers\, mountain lakes and soaring peaks are a revelation of the nature of American wilderness. Our headquarters for these natural history weekends will be the Sierra Valley\, an area about 25 miles north of Lake Tahoe. The area’s grasslands\, lakes and forests provide homes to a extraordinary variety of birds\, butterflies\, wildflowers and small mammals. We will visit nearby Lake Davis\, the Sierra Valley marshes\, the Feather River\, Yuba Pass\, Plumas-Eureka State Park and other locations. In this spectacular setting we expect to see between 80-100 species of birds\, including sapsuckers and other woodpeckers\, numerous warblers\, kinglets\, Yellow-headed Blackbirds\, Osprey\, White Pelicans\, Mt. Bluebirds\, White-faced Ibis\, Sandhill Cranes\, Black–billed Magpies\, Nighthawks\, Clark’s Nutcrackers\, ducks\, hummingbirds and many other songbirds. The weekend trip begins at noon Thursday in Sierraville and ends Sunday at noon in Portola. I will provide a list of local accommodations for your stay. We typically visit two locations per day\, break for lunch and share dinner in the evenings. Lodging and most meals are not included in the tour price. (The tour may be taken together with a class on Sierra birds and ecology meeting May 18 and 25 in Berkeley. The class is included in the tour price.)
URL:http://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/sierra-valley-weekend-birding-tour-and-class/
LOCATION:Unnamed Venue\, Sierraville\, CA\, 96126\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20151120T080000
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UID:363-1448006400-1448211600@www.birdingwithted.com
SUMMARY:Merced/San Joaquin Valley Birding Tour
DESCRIPTION:The complex of wildlife refuges near Los Banos and Merced in the Central Valley (two hours south of the East Bay) comprise over 50\,000 acres of preserved wetlands and grasslands. They are one of the few remaining places to see California wildlife and birds in their original splendor prior to Anglo settlement 200 years ago. Refuges such as Merced\, West Bear Creek\, San Luis and Kesterson are the winter quarters for tens of thousands of ducks\, raptors and shorebirds\, which include Sandhill Cranes\, Snow and Ross’ geese\, Ferruginous hawks\, Cinnamon and Green-wing Teal\, Great Horned owls\, Boat-tail Grackles\, Water pipits and Bald eagles. Mammals also make their homes here\, such as Coyotes\, cottontails\, river otter and Tule Elk. Typically we see 80-90 bird species at these refuges over the weekend\, some in the thousands. The tour begins at noon Friday at the Merced Refuge\, continues Saturday at Los Banos and Sunday morning we’ll visit the Tule Elk at San Luis. En route we’ll stop at refuge HQ near Los Banos\, not far from our hotel\, to view their graphic displays\, maps and specimens. This classic valley wildlife tour will provide wonderful photographic and birding opportunities. Lodging\, directions and birding information provided at registration. Tour cost does not include lodging or meals.
URL:http://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/mercedsan-joaquin-valley-birding-tour/
LOCATION:Merced National Wildlife Refuge\, Merced\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekend Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20151029T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20151101T170000
DTSTAMP:20260507T105546
CREATED:20150625T191417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150625T191417Z
UID:362-1446105600-1446397200@www.birdingwithted.com
SUMMARY:Klamath Refuge Fall Weekend Tour
DESCRIPTION:For wilderness and wildlife this one can’t be beat! In a nutshell\, hundreds of thousands of migrating shorebirds\, wildfowl and raptors pass through the Klamath Basin on the California-Oregon border every fall. The refuge\, a series of lakes\, forests and marshes totaling thousands of acres\, is surrounded by wild and rugged country. To top it off\, the 12\,000- foot snow-capped peak of Mt. Shasta rises above the horizon to the south! All in all\, it is one of the greatest spectacles of migrating birds on the West Coast. They include Sandhill cranes\, Snow and White-fronted geese\, shorebirds\, Tundra swans\, Gray Jays\, ducks of every description\, Bald Eagles\, several species of owls and many kinds of songbirds. Each day will provide new refuges and opportunities to view wildlife. Typically we observe between 30-40 species per day\, 75-85 total. Walking is minimal\, on level terrain. A resort in nearby Klamath Falls\, Oregon\, will provide our accommodations. Tour begins Thurs. afternoon after check-in\, and continues through noon Sunday. From the Bay Area drive time is about 6-7 hours\, and car-pooling is recommended. Amtrak service to Klamath Falls and van transportation on site is available. Lodging and travel information provided at time of registration. Tour cost does not include transportation\, lodging or meals. Spectacular wildfowl\, wilderness and landscape photography.
URL:http://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/klamath-refuge-fall-weekend-tour/
LOCATION:Klamath Refuge\, tule lake\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekend Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20151002T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20151004T170000
DTSTAMP:20260507T105546
CREATED:20150625T191251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150625T191251Z
UID:361-1443772800-1443978000@www.birdingwithted.com
SUMMARY:Mendocino Seacoast Weekend Tour
DESCRIPTION:Mendocino County is renowned for its great northern seacoast\, rural charm and deep wild forests. Rugged headlands are pounded by enormous breakers; unspoiled rivers like the Navarro and Albion meet the sea to create expansive beaches. The town of Mendocino itself appears to be a transplanted New England village. State parks protect the coast\, including McKerricher\, Van Damme and Russian Gulch\, and are home to many forms of wildlife\, birds and marine mammals. Loons\, Black oystercatchers and turnstones\, together with many species of ducks and songbirds\, gulls and cormorants\, patrol the oceans and forests. Among the headlands and crashing surf we’ll search for Surfbirds\, mergansers and the elusive Harlequin\, a spectacular sea duck. Inland\, as we search the woodlands for warblers\, thrushes and kinglets\, we will also note colorful fungi that bring the forest floor to life. Mendocino is part of the heritage of old-time California\, a paradise for nature photographers. We will be staying at the Beach House Inn in Ft. Bragg\, but nearby there are also many old-fashioned B&Bs. Lodging and meals are not included in the tour cost. Spectacular marine and woodland photography.
URL:http://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/mendocino-seacoast-weekend-tour-2/
CATEGORIES:Weekend Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20150814T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20150816T170000
DTSTAMP:20260507T105546
CREATED:20150625T191113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150625T191113Z
UID:360-1439539200-1439744400@www.birdingwithted.com
SUMMARY:Monterey Bay Weekend Tour
DESCRIPTION:Known as a world-class destination for wildlife\, the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary and its great panorama of marine life\, including birds\, sea mammals and migrating whales\, is very special\, even within California. Due to its unique undersea canyons and conservation programs\, the bay teems with life. Many parks\, preserves and beaches grace the area\, such as Elkhorn Slough and Moss Landing\, the Salinas and Carmel River estuaries\, Pt. Lobos and Julia Pfeiffer State Park\, among many. During this exciting weekend we can expect to see Sea otters and Sea Lions as well as pelicans\, egrets\, raptors\, shorebirds\, ducks and songbirds. From 70 to 90 species of birds is typical during a weekend. We have also scheduled a three-hour cruise with Monterey Bay Whale Watch for dolphin\, whale\, Sea otter and pelagic bird viewing. (The cruise is optional\, with an additional fee). The tour starts noon Friday at Elkhorn Slough at Moss Landing and ends Sunday afternoon in Monterey. Tour fee does not include meals or accommodations. We will stay at the Monterey Bay Lodge\, very close to the sea. Information on directions\, birdlife and whale-watching cruise will be provided at registration. Many excellent wildlife and bird photography opportunities.
URL:http://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/monterey-bay-weekend-tour/
LOCATION:Monterey Bay\, Monterey\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekend Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150716
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150720
DTSTAMP:20260507T105546
CREATED:20141230T000914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20141230T000914Z
UID:291-1437004800-1437350399@www.birdingwithted.com
SUMMARY:Yosemite\, Mono Lake & Eastern Sierras Tour
DESCRIPTION:Thurs.-Sun. July 16-19 \nThis has become our most popular weekend trip\, and no wonder: a vast and ancient lake on the eastern slope of Yosemite\, Mono is famous for its unique tufa formations that surround its waters. Snow-capped Sierra peaks\, forests\, high desert country and volcanic geological features all combine to give a feeling of a vast wilderness. The lake and Eastern Sierra woodlands are a magnet to several hundred bird species\, including phalaropes\, plovers\, grebes\, pelicans\, swifts\, raptors and several species of ducks. Local songbirds include warblers\, nuthatches\, thrushes\, kinglets\, woodpeckers\, shrikes and flycatchers. Osprey\, Mt. Bluebird\, Sage Grouse\, Black-billed Magpie\, Clark’s Nutcracker\, Audubon’s warblers\, Red-breasted Sapsucker and Townsend’s Solitaire are among a total of 75-80 species usually observed. Our tour begins at Thurs. afternoon at June Lake\, south of Lee Vining. Our lodging will be at Boulder Lodge\, right on the shores of June Lake. The tour ends Sunday at 1pm. Among many locations we will explore are Mono Lake\, the ghost town of Bodie\, Bridgeport Reservoir and Lee Vining Canyon. Great opportunities for nature photography. Tour cost does not include accommodations\, meals or transportation. Lodging\, directions and birding information provided at registration.
URL:http://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/yosemite-mono-lake-eastern-sierras-tour/
CATEGORIES:Weekend Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150605
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150608
DTSTAMP:20260507T105546
CREATED:20141230T000837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150625T190753Z
UID:290-1433462400-1433721599@www.birdingwithted.com
SUMMARY:Sierra Nevada/Sierra Valley Weekend Tour
DESCRIPTION:Fri.-Sun. June 5-7 \nWhen you visit the Sierras and see these unspoiled forests\, sparkling rivers\, lakes and magnificent peaks\, you understand John Muir’s inspiration. Our headquarters for this summer weekend will be the Sierra Valley\, 25 miles north of Lake Tahoe. It is a vast and wild landscape of forests\, lakes\, mountains and small villages. The area provides homes for a extraordinary variety of wildlife\, including birds\, butterflies\, wildflowers and giant conifer cathedrals. We will visit Lake Davis\, the Iron Bridge marshes\, the Feather River\, Yuba Pass\, Plumas-Eureka State Park and several other locations. Common summer birds include sapsuckers\, warblers\, Yellow-headed Blackbirds\, Bald Eagles\, Osprey\, White Pelicans\, Mt. Bluebirds\, White-faced Ibis\, Sandhill Cranes\, Black–billed Magpies\, Nighthawks\, ducks and hummingbirds. Common songbirds include flycatchers\, finches\, swallows\, nuthatches and thrushes. We typically see 80-100 species over the weekend. The trip begins at noon Friday in Sierraville and ends Sunday at noon. Spectacular nature photography opportunities. Tour cost does not include accommodations\, meals or transportation. Lodging\, directions and birding information will be provided at registration.
URL:http://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/sierra-nevadasierra-valley-weekend-tour/
CATEGORIES:Weekend Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150515
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150518
DTSTAMP:20260507T105546
CREATED:20141230T000717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20141230T000717Z
UID:288-1431648000-1431907199@www.birdingwithted.com
SUMMARY:Monterey Bay Weekend Birding Tour
DESCRIPTION:Fri.-Sun. May 15-17 \nEven considering the spectacular coastline of California\, Monterey and Big Sur stand out. With its unique marine ecology\, Monterey Bay has a great concentration of wildlife: birds\, overwintering monarch butterflies\, sea mammals and migrating whales. Outstanding wildlife locations dot the area: Elkhorn Slough and Moss Landing\, Salinas and Carmel River estuaries\, Pt. Lobos and Julia Pfeiffer State Park\, among many. During this exciting weekend we can expect to see Sea otters and Sea Lions as well as pelicans\, plovers\, herons and egrets\, raptors\, and many kinds of shorebirds\, ducks and songbirds. From 80 to 90 species of birds is typical during a weekend. We meet noon Friday at Elkhorn Slough (at Moss Landing\, south of Santa Cruz)\, and the tour ends Sunday in Monterey. Tour includes half-day bay cruise for whales and pelagic birds (additional). Tour fee does not include meals\, accommodations or transportation. We will stay at the Monterey Bay Lodge\,  not far from the beach. Information on directions and birds will be provided at registration. Many excellent wildlife and bird photography opportunities.
URL:http://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/monterey-bay-weekend-birding-tour-2/
CATEGORIES:Weekend Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150327
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150330
DTSTAMP:20260507T105546
CREATED:20141230T000800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20141230T000800Z
UID:289-1427414400-1427673599@www.birdingwithted.com
SUMMARY:Gray Lodge/Sacramento Refuge Wildfowl Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Fri.-Sun. March 27-29 \nThis weekend tour of several of the Central Valley’s legendary birding areas should produce great numbers of raptors\, ducks\, geese\, swans\, shorebirds\, Sandhill cranes and songbirds. More than 300 species of birds and mammals\, both resident and migratory\, use the refuges of the Sacramento Valley\, including almost half of the Pacific flyway’s waterfowl population. Several million ducks and geese migrate through the area during the fall\, and many stay to overwinter. The tour will begin at 1pm Friday at the Sacramento NWR and continue Saturday at Gray Lodge. Sunday morning we will visit nearby Colusa refuge and depart by early afternoon. Local accommodations will be in Yuba City. Lodging\, directions and birding information provided at registration. Cost does not include transportation\, lodging or meals. Great bird photography opportunities.
URL:http://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/gray-lodgesacramento-refuge-wildfowl-weekend-2/
CATEGORIES:Weekend Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150313
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150316
DTSTAMP:20260507T105546
CREATED:20141230T000630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20141230T000630Z
UID:287-1426204800-1426463999@www.birdingwithted.com
SUMMARY:Monterey Bay Weekend Birding Tour
DESCRIPTION:Fri.-Sun. March 13-15 \nEven considering the spectacular coastline of California\, Monterey and Big Sur stand out. With its unique marine ecology\, Monterey Bay has a great concentration of wildlife: birds\, overwintering monarch butterflies\, sea mammals and migrating whales. Outstanding wildlife locations dot the area: Elkhorn Slough and Moss Landing\, Salinas and Carmel River estuaries\, Pt. Lobos and Julia Pfeiffer State Park\, among many. During this exciting weekend we can expect to see Sea otters and Sea Lions as well as pelicans\, plovers\, herons and egrets\, raptors\, and many kinds of shorebirds\, ducks and songbirds. From 80 to 90 species of birds is typical during a weekend. We meet noon Friday at Elkhorn Slough (at Moss Landing\, south of Santa Cruz)\, and the tour ends Sunday in Monterey. Tour includes half-day bay cruise for whales and pelagic birds (additional). Tour fee does not include meals\, accommodations or transportation. We will stay at the Monterey Bay Lodge\,  not far from the beach. Information on directions and birds will be provided at registration. Many excellent wildlife and bird photography opportunities.
URL:http://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/monterey-bay-weekend-birding-tour/
CATEGORIES:Weekend Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150227
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150302
DTSTAMP:20260507T105546
CREATED:20141230T000536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20141230T000536Z
UID:286-1424995200-1425254399@www.birdingwithted.com
SUMMARY:Mendocino Seacoast Weekend Tour
DESCRIPTION:Fri.-Sat. Feb. 27- March 1 \nMendocino County is renowned for its great northern seacoast\, rural charm and deep wild forests. Rugged headlands are pounded by enormous breakers; unspoiled rivers like the Navarro and Albion meet the sea to create expansive beaches. The town of Mendocino itself appears to be a transplanted New England village. State parks protect the coastline\, including McKerricher\, Van Damme and Russian Gulch\, and are home to many forms of wildlife\, birds and marine mammals. Loons\, Black oystercatchers and turnstones\, together with many species of ducks and songbirds\, gulls and cormorants\, patrol the oceans and forests. Among the headlands and crashing surf we’ll search for Surfbirds\, mergansers and the elusive Harlequin\, a spectacular sea duck. Inland\, as we search the woodlands for warblers\, thrushes and kinglets\, we will also note colorful fungi that bring the forest floor to life. Mendocino is part of the heritage of old-time California\, a paradise for nature photographers. We will be staying at the Beach House Inn in Ft. Bragg\, but nearby there are also many comfortable B&Bs. Transportation\, lodging and meals are not included in the tour cost.
URL:http://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/mendocino-seacoast-weekend-tour/
CATEGORIES:Weekend Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20141226T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20141228T170000
DTSTAMP:20260507T105546
CREATED:20140519T191236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140519T191236Z
UID:248-1419580800-1419786000@www.birdingwithted.com
SUMMARY:San Joaquin Valley Birding Tour
DESCRIPTION:Fri.-Sun. Dec. 26-28\, 2014 \nThe great complex of San Joaquin wildlife refuges near Los Banos\, including Merced\, West Bear Creek\, Kesterson and San Luis\, comprise over 50\,000 acres of wetlands\, teeming with migratory birds. They are the winter quarters for tens of thousands of raptors\, ducks\, egrets and shorebirds. Sandhill Cranes\, Snow and Ross’ geese\, Ferruginous hawks\, Cinnamon and Green-wing Teal\, Great Horned Owls\, Boat-tail Grackles\, Water Pipits and Bald eagles are only a few of the many species. Mammals also make their homes here\, such as Coyotes\, cottontails\, river otter and Tule Elk. Typically we see 80-90 bird species at these refuges\, some in the thousands. The tour begins at noon Friday at the Merced Refuge\, continues Saturday at Los Banos and Sunday morning we’ll search for the Tule Elk at San Luis. En route we’ll stop at refuge HQ near Los Banos\, not far from our hotel. This classic valley wildlife tour will provide wonderful photographic and birding opportunities. Lodging\, directions and birding information provided at registration. Cost does not include transportation\, lodging or meals.
URL:http://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/san-joaquin-valley-birding-tour/
CATEGORIES:Weekend Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20141114T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20141116T170000
DTSTAMP:20260507T105546
CREATED:20140519T191034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140519T191034Z
UID:247-1415952000-1416157200@www.birdingwithted.com
SUMMARY:Gray Lodge/Sacramento Refuge Wildfowl Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Fri.-Sun. Nov. 14-16\, 2014 \nThis weekend tour of several of the Central Valley’s legendary birding areas should produce great numbers of raptors\, ducks\, geese\, swans\, shorebirds\, Sandhill cranes and songbirds. More than 300 species of birds and mammals\, both resident and migratory\, use the refuges of the Sacramento Valley\, including almost half of the Pacific flyway’s waterfowl population. Several million ducks and geese migrate through the area during the fall. The tour will begin at 2pm Friday at the Sacramento NWR and continue Saturday at Gray Lodge. Sunday morning we will visit nearby Colusa refuge and depart by early afternoon. Local accommodations will be in Yuba City. Lodging\, directions and birding information provided at registration. Cost does not include transportation\, lodging or meals .
URL:http://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/gray-lodgesacramento-refuge-wildfowl-weekend/
CATEGORIES:Weekend Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20141023T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20141026T170000
DTSTAMP:20260507T105546
CREATED:20140519T190924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140519T190924Z
UID:245-1414051200-1414342800@www.birdingwithted.com
SUMMARY:Klamath Refuge Weekend Tour
DESCRIPTION:Thurs.-Sun. Oct. 23-26\, 2014 \nEvery year hundreds of thousands of migrating wildfowl\, shorebirds and raptors pass through the great Klamath Basin refuge on the California-Oregon border. This is very wild\, open and rugged country. The refuge covers many thousands of acres of marshes\, forests and lakes. Fall at Klamath is the greatest spectacle of migrating birds on the West Coast\, with the snow-capped peak of Mt. Shasta to the south. A great variety of birds\, such as Sandhill cranes\, Snow\, White-fronted and Ross’ geese\, shorebirds\, Tundra swans\, Gray Jays\, ducks of every description\, Bald Eagles\, owls and many kinds of songbirds. Each day will provide new refuges and opportunitiesto view wildlife and birds. Typical bird species observed are between 70-80. Walking is minimal\, on level terrain.Thursday through Saturday accommodations will be in nearby Klamath Falls\, Oregon. Tour begins Thurs. afternoon\, after check-in\, and continues to noon Sunday morning. From the Bay Area drive time is about 6-7 hours\, car-pooling recommended. Amtrak service to Klamath Falls and van transportation on site is available. Lodging and travel information provided at time of registration. Cost does not include transportation\, lodging or meals.
URL:http://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/klamath-refuge-weekend-tour/
LOCATION:Klamath Refuge\, tule lake\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekend Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20140822T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20140824T170000
DTSTAMP:20260507T105546
CREATED:20140519T190408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140519T190408Z
UID:242-1408694400-1408899600@www.birdingwithted.com
SUMMARY:Monterey Bay Weekend Birding Tours
DESCRIPTION:Fri.-Sun. Aug. 22-24\, 2014 \nMonterey and nearby Big Sur are two of the most spectacular coastlines of California. Monterey Bay\, with its unique marine ecology\, has a great concentration of wildlife: birds\, monarch butterflies\, sea mammals and migrating whales. The list of outstanding spots to see birds and mammals is long: Elkhorn Slough and Moss Landing\, the Salinas and Carmel River estuaries\, Pt. Lobos and Julia Pfeiffer State Park\, among many. During this exciting weekend we can expect to see Sea otters as well as pelicans\, terns\, plovers\, herons and egrets\, raptors and many kinds of shorebirds and songbirds. Totals bird species usually seen ranges from 80- 100. The weekend begins at noon Friday at Elkhorn Slough (near Moss Landing on Hwy 1) and ends at 1pm Sunday in Monterey. Tour fee does not include accommodations\, meals or transportation. Lodging\, directions and birding information provided at registration.
URL:http://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/monterey-bay-weekend-birding-tours-2/
LOCATION:Monterey Bay\, Monterey\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekend Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20140717T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20140720T170000
DTSTAMP:20260507T105546
CREATED:20140519T190738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140519T190738Z
UID:244-1405584000-1405875600@www.birdingwithted.com
SUMMARY:Mono Lake/Eastern Sierras Weekend Tour
DESCRIPTION:Thurs.-Sun. July 17-20\, 2014 \nA vast and ancient lake on the eastern slope of Yosemite\, Mono is famous for its unique tufa formations that rise from its shoreline. Snow-capped Sierra peaks\, forests\, high desert country and volcanic geology all combine to give a feeling of a vast wilderness shaped by great natural forces. The lake and Sierra woodlands are a magnet to several hundred bird species\, including phalaropes\, plovers\, grebes\, pelicans\, swifts\, raptors\, ducks and woodpeckers. Local songbirds include warblers\, nuthatches\, thrushes\, kinglets\, corvids\, shrikes and flycatchers. Osprey\, Mt. Bluebird\, Sage Grouse\, Black-billed Magpie\, Clark’s Nutcracker\, Audubon’s warblers\, Red-breasted Sapsucker and Townsend’s Solitaire are among a total of 75-80 species usually observed. Our tour begins at Thurs. afternoon at June Lake\, south of Lee Vining (HQ at Boulder Lodge) and ends Sunday at noon. Over the weekend\, among many locations we will explore are Mono Lake\, the ghost town of Bodie\, Bridgeport Reservoir and Lee Vining Canyon. Tour cost does not include accommodations\, meals or transportation. Lodging\, directions and birding information provided at registration.
URL:http://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/mono-lakeeastern-sierras-weekend-tour/
LOCATION:Mono Lake\, CA\, 93541\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekend Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20140606T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20140608T170000
DTSTAMP:20260507T105546
CREATED:20140519T190618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140519T190618Z
UID:243-1402041600-1402246800@www.birdingwithted.com
SUMMARY:Sierra Nevada Weekend Birding Tour
DESCRIPTION:Fri.-Sun. June 6-8\, 2014 \nWhen you visit the Sierras you understand why John Muir devoted his life to them: these great forests\, pure rivers\, lakes and soaring peaks are a revelation. Our headquarters for this summer weekend getaway will be the Sierra Valley\, 25 miles north of Lake Tahoe. It is a vast and wild landscape dotted with little villages like Portola\, Blairsden and Sierraville. The valley’s wetlands and forests provide homes to a extraordinary variety of birds\, butterflies\, wildflowers\, trees and mammals. We will visit Lake Davis\, the valley marshes\, the Feather River\, Yuba Pass\, Plumas-Eureka State Park and other locations. Likely birds will include sapsuckers\, warblers\, Yellow-headed Blackbirds\, Bald Eagles\, Osprey\, White Pelicans\, Mt. Bluebirds\, White-faced Ibis\, Sandhill Cranes\, Black–billed Magpies\, Nighthawks\, ducks and hummingbirds. Songbirds include flycatchers\, finches\, swallows\, nuthatches and thrushes. We typically see 80-100 species. The trip begins at noon Friday in Sierraville on Hwy 89 and ends Sunday at noon. Tour cost does not include accommodations\, meals or transportation. Lodging\, directions and birding information provided at registration.
URL:http://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/sierra-nevada-weekend-birding-tour/
CATEGORIES:Weekend Trips
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