Fox Sparrow; © Zane Pickus
Fall migration is largely over and the winter birds are settling in. Join Bart Wickel and Zane Pickus for a local jaunt around Yolo County on Saturday, October 22, from 8 AM until around 3 PM. The challenge: to find as many species of sparrows as possible. To further the fun of this trip, participants will be able to check sparrows off of a bingo card!
As believers in the rule that when you search for one bird, you discover another, expect anything on this trip– the sparrows are just the excuse to get out and about. This will also be a good trip to practice birding by ear. The route will be determined as conditions warrant. There will be short walks, some on moderately uneven terrain.
The trip is limited to 20 people in 5 cars. All participants are expected to be vaccinated against Covid-19. Drivers and passengers will decide whether masks are required while in the vehicles.
Bring binoculars, scopes, cameras, snacks, lunch, and beverages. High winds or a significant rainstorm cancel this trip.
Contact John Hansen at jjhindavis@yahoo.com for more details and to reserve a spot .