Mountain Plover ©Frank Severson
Trip Leaders: Sharon Kirkpatrick
Description:
Join us for a trip to the pastures of southeastern Solano County to search for overwintering raptors & other winter visitors. The fields in the vicinity of Robinson and Flannery Roads can be a fantastic location to observe locally uncommon grassland species. We will search fields, perches and farm equipment for raptors, and scan pastures for Mountain Plovers, Horned Larks, and Burrowing Owls. Prior trips have also seen Prairie Falcons, Merlins, Golden Eagles, Ferruginous Hawks, and Rough-legged Hawks. We hope to see these and many more species during this trip.
Accessibility:
Most birding will be done by car, with frequent stops to get out and scan for birds. There may be a few short walks along the gravel roads, but they will be on level ground. Bathrooms are unavailable at this location.
Meeting Location and Registration:
Birders of all ages and skill levels are welcome! Please bring binoculars, water, snacks or lunch (though we don’t stop for this), and layers for winter weather. A spotting scope is worth bringing if you have one. High winds or significant rain will cancel this trip. The trip will return to its meeting location by mid-afternoon.
The Robinson Road field trip will be limited to 11 people in 3 cars. Since this is a popular trip and spaces fill up fast, sign-up early if you are interested. Once you have signed up the meeting location will be confirmed. Please contact Zane Pickus with any questions or to sign-up at yolobirdalliance@gmail.com
Yolo Bird Alliance field trips are free and open to the public. Carpooling is highly encouraged, but all rides are private arrangements between drivers and riders.