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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:https://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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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:https://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:20260622T021111
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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:https://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:20260622T021111
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LAST-MODIFIED:20160224T043551Z
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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:https://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:20260622T021111
CREATED:20160224T043357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160224T043758Z
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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:https://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:20260622T021111
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:https://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:20260622T021111
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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:https://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:20260622T021111
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:https://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:20260622T021111
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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:https://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/bodega-bay-sonoma-coast-tour/
LOCATION:Bodega Bay\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Day Tours
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150926
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150927
DTSTAMP:20260622T021111
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:https://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:20260622T021111
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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:https://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:20260622T021111
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:https://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/bolinas-lagoon-birding-tour/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Day Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20150509T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20150509T160000
DTSTAMP:20260622T021111
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:https://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/magpies-orioles-and-roadrunners-the-mines-road-tour/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Day Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20150404T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20150404T160000
DTSTAMP:20260622T021111
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:https://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/elkhorn-slough-estuarine-preserve-at-moss-landing/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Day Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20150321T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20150321T160000
DTSTAMP:20260622T021111
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:https://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:20260622T021111
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:https://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:20260622T021111
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:https://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:20260622T021111
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:https://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:20260622T021111
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:https://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:20260622T021111
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:https://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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20140920T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20140920T160000
DTSTAMP:20260622T021111
CREATED:20140519T185651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140519T185651Z
UID:233-1411203600-1411228800@www.birdingwithted.com
SUMMARY:Bodega Bay Bird Tour\, Sonoma
DESCRIPTION:Sat. Sept. 20\, 9am-4pm \nBodega Bay\, nestled on the Sonoma coast west of Sebastopol\, is one of the best birding locations of the North Bay\, designated an IBA (Important Bird Area) by the American Bird Conservancy. The marshes\, headlands\, coves and willow thickets that surround the bay host great numbers and varieties of birds. Peregrine falcons\, Snowy plovers\, loons\, shorebirds\, turnstones\, perhaps a late osprey\, songbirds\, ducks and wildfowl swim and dive in the calm waters. Rarities occasionally turn up\, such as the Steller’s Eider\, Emperor goose and Red-throated Grebe. We will spend the day circling the bay\, visiting Bodega Head\, Doran Beach\, Owl Canyon\, Spud Pt. Marina and Hole-in-the-Head. Minimal walking; bring lunch (or purchase one) and drinks.
URL:https://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/bodega-bay-bird-tour-sonoma/
LOCATION:Bodega Bay\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Day Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20140816T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20140816T160000
DTSTAMP:20260622T021111
CREATED:20140519T185502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140519T185502Z
UID:231-1408179600-1408204800@www.birdingwithted.com
SUMMARY:Bolinas Lagoon Birding Tour\, Bolinas
DESCRIPTION:Sat. Aug. 16\, 9am-4pm \nBolinas Lagoon and the Marin coast are two natural treasures of the Bay Area\, luckily preserved for wildlife and people alike. Along this spectacular coast we can expect to see many ducks\, shorebirds\, raptors\, songbirds\, terns\, cormorants and egrets. After a picnic lunch in Bolinas\, we’ll explore the village\, visit wildlife artist Keith Hansen’s studio and hike the beach. Low to moderate amounts of walking\, level terrain. \n 
URL:https://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/bolinas-lagoon-birding-tour-bolinas/
LOCATION:Bolinas Lagoon\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Day Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20140726T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20140726T160000
DTSTAMP:20260622T021111
CREATED:20140519T185335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140519T185335Z
UID:229-1406365200-1406390400@www.birdingwithted.com
SUMMARY:Surf to Redwoods Tour\, Santa Cruz
DESCRIPTION:Sat. July 26\, 9am-4pm  \nSanta Cruz\, on the northern end of Monterey Bay\, is famed as a friendly college town. But it is also studded with wonderful parks and bordered by rocky shorelines\, all with great numbers of birds. Natural areas include ponds\, ocean headlands and inlets\, wetlands\, beaches and redwood forests. We will try to sample as many areas as possible. Ducks\, raptors\, shorebirds\, grebes\, pelicans\, woodpeckers and songbirds are numerous in different locations. Minimal walking\, broken up by short drives to different areas.
URL:https://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/surf-to-redwoods-tour-santa-cruz/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Day Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20140621T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20140621T160000
DTSTAMP:20260622T021111
CREATED:20140519T185024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140519T185024Z
UID:227-1403341200-1403366400@www.birdingwithted.com
SUMMARY:Elkhorn Slough Estuarine Preserve\, Moss Landing
DESCRIPTION:Sat. June 21\, 2014\, 9am-4pm \nElkhorn Slough\, situated south of Santa Cruz\, has a fabled reputation as one of the greatest concentrations of marine mammals and birdlife found anywhere on the California coast. This estuarine preserve and the surrounding area has a great variety of wetlands\, seacoast\, ponds\, beaches and woodlands\, all of which harbor an enormous gathering of birds and mammals. We can expect to see pelicans\, gulls and terns\, plus numerous kinds of raptors\, cormorants\, grebes\, shorebirds\, songbirds and perhaps owls and loons. Great numbers of birds and sea mammals such as Harbor seals and Sea otters give a continuous rush of excitement to our wildlife observations. Lunch at Moss Landing\, bring a sandwich and drinks or buy some.
URL:https://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/elkhorn-slough-estuarine-preserve-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:20140517
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20140518
DTSTAMP:20260622T021111
CREATED:20140519T184914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140519T184914Z
UID:225-1400284800-1400371199@www.birdingwithted.com
SUMMARY:Mines Road\, Livermore
DESCRIPTION:Sat. May 17\, 2014\, 9am-4pm \nMines Road is a trip into the forgotten past of old Alameda County. The trip begins at the Concannon vineyards on the outskirts of Livermore\, and proceeds for 30 miles\, past horse ranches\, sycamore-lined creeks\, pine/oak woodlands and chaparral-covered hillsides. It is wild and beautiful country\, with a legendary assortment of birds\, such as Golden Eagles\, Yellow-billed Magpies\, Phainopeplas\, Roadrunners\, orioles\, owls\, woodpeckers\, songbirds of all kinds and many raptors. Bring drinks or lunch\, or buy one at the Junction Café. This is an all-day tour\, primarily roadside birding\, with very little walking. Fill your tank for the 60-mile roundtrip journey from and back to Livermore.
URL:https://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/mines-road-livermore/
LOCATION:Concannon vineyards\, 590 Tesla Rd\, Livermore\, CA\, 94550\, United States
CATEGORIES:Day Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20131214T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20131214T160000
DTSTAMP:20260622T021111
CREATED:20130404T225421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130531T225804Z
UID:108-1387011600-1387036800@www.birdingwithted.com
SUMMARY:Cosumnes Preserve\, Galt (north of Lodi)
DESCRIPTION:Located near the Sacramento Delta\, this preserve of woodlands\, marshes and farmland has enormous numbers of waterfowl\, Tundra swans\, raptors (Red-tails\, harriers\, kestrels)\, shorebirds and songbirds. Sandhill Cranes are generally in good numbers this time of year. Walking along the Cosumnes River we can see all manner of songbirds (warblers\, kinglets\, thrushes\, finches\, etc.) flitting through the trees. Scaup\, gadwall\, teal\, Hundreds of Shovelers\, Wigeon and Pintail are placidly moving about in the many wetlands. Occasionally Peregrines\, Great Horned Owls and bitterns can be spotted. In the afternoon we’ll visit Woodbridge Road for more cranes\, waterfowl and raptors. Minimal walking. Bring lunch and drinks.
URL:https://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/cosumnes-river-preserve/
LOCATION:Cosumnes River Preserve\, Galt\, CA\, 95632\, United States
CATEGORIES:Day Tours
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20131116
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20131117
DTSTAMP:20260622T021111
CREATED:20130404T225305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130702T173649Z
UID:106-1384560000-1384646399@www.birdingwithted.com
SUMMARY:Merced/San Luis National Wildlife Refuge
DESCRIPTION:Merced NWR is one of several San Joaquin Valley preserves that comprise the San Luis National Wildlife Refuge. Together the refuges total more than 50\,000 acres. This combination of marshes\, ponds\, riparian areas and farmlands host many thousands of birds\, such as ducks\, owls\, geese\, shorebirds\, Sandhill Cranes\, raptors and songbirds. One of the most exciting wildlife concentrations in the valley. Bring lunch and drinks; tour is mostly by car\, with minimal walking. 9am – 4pm.
URL:https://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/merced-nat-wildlife-refuge/
LOCATION:Merced National Wildlife Refuge\, Merced\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Day Tours
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130921
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130922
DTSTAMP:20260622T021111
CREATED:20130404T224931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130520T224248Z
UID:102-1379721600-1379807999@www.birdingwithted.com
SUMMARY:Pt. Reyes Seashore Tour
DESCRIPTION:This visit to magnificent Pt. Reyes National Seashore\, one of the greatest natural assets of the Bay Area\, will combine birding\, a visit to McClure’s Beach and observations of the Tule Elk at Tomales Point. We will stop at the Bear Valley Visitor’s Center and other points of interest. Bring lunch or buy one in Olema. 8am – 4pm.
URL:https://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/pt-reyes-seashore-tour/
LOCATION:Pt. Reyes National Seashore\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Day Tours
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130811
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130812
DTSTAMP:20260622T021111
CREATED:20130404T224624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130520T223145Z
UID:98-1376179200-1376265599@www.birdingwithted.com
SUMMARY:Pescadero Marsh/San Mateo Coast
DESCRIPTION:The magnificent San Mateo coastline harbors many inlets\, beaches\, rocky headlands and marshes. Perhaps the finest combination is around Pescadero\, a quaint village about 15 miles south of Half Moon Bay that “time forgot and the ages cannot improve.” Birds are extremely diverse\, from raptors such as Great Horned Owls\, White-tailed Kites and harriers to many kinds of wildfowl\, shorebirds and songbirds. Waterbirds usually include turnstones\, heron and egrets\, oystercatchers and terns. Lunch is in picturesque Pescadero. 9am – 4pm.
URL:https://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/pescadero-marshsan-mateo-coast/
LOCATION:Pescadero Marsh Natural Preserve\, Pescadero\, CA\, 94060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Day Tours
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130716
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130717
DTSTAMP:20260622T021111
CREATED:20130404T224145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130701T223400Z
UID:95-1373932800-1374019199@www.birdingwithted.com
SUMMARY:Bolinas Lagoon/Coast Birding
DESCRIPTION:This day trip to the secluded and fabled village of Bolinas in West Marin is sponsored by the Albany Senior Center\, and transportation and lunch are included in the fee. We will bird along the lagoon\, explore the village shops\, have lunch at the Bolinas Café\, and bird along the beach. Many species of ducks\, shorebirds\, raptors\, terns\, grebes and cormorants\, among others\, are found in the lagoon and along the coastline. To register\, call the center directly at (510) 524-9122. 8am- 4pm.
URL:https://www.birdingwithted.com/news/event/bolinasseacoast-tour/
LOCATION:Bolinas\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Day Tours
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