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SUMMARY:(Late) Spring Migration at Willowbank Ditch
DESCRIPTION:Warbling Vireo; © Zane Pickus\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThis walking trip focuses on the migrating songbirds passing through Davis. Willowbank Ditch in South Davis has a fantastic mix of mature trees\, dense understory\, and diverse fruiting and flowering plants. Early May is at the tail end of sparrow migration\, but still in the heart of warbler and flycatcher migration through the area. We will hope for foraging groups of warblers and flycatchers as we practice learning the songs and calls of an array of local songbirds. Some targets will include Wilson’s\, Yellow\, and MacGillivray’s Warblers\, Western Wood-Pewee\, Western Tanager\, and Lazuli Bunting. We will also practice thinking from a birds-eye view\, discussing habitat\, food sources\, and tips and tricks for predicting the best spots to find migrating songbirds. \n\n\n\nThe trip will leave from the junction of Almond Lane and Rosario Street in Davis.  There is street parking on streets by this junction\, and this intersection has a walking path that leads to the footbridge over the Willowbank Ditch.  We will meet at 7am and the trip will end around 9 or 9:30am.  Expect ~1 mile of walking\, although we will never be more than 1/2 of a mile from the meeting spot. Please bring binoculars as well as any desired snacks and water. Heavy rain will cancel the trip. \n\n\n\nFor more information contact trip leader Rob Furrow at robertfurrow@gmail.com or 610-715-9123.
URL:https://yolobirdalliance.org/event/late-spring-migration-at-willowbank-ditch/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230430T180000
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SUMMARY:Capay Open Space Park - Lesser Nighthawks
DESCRIPTION:Lesser Nighthawk; © Zane Pickus\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nNighthawks are a family of cryptically colored\, primarily nocturnal bird species that are a favorite of many birders. Cache Creek is the summer home of the Lesser Nighthawk\, which winters in Central and South America before returning to California’s Central Valley to breed. Lesser Nighthawks primarily feed on insects under the cover of darkness\, but in the spring they routinely engage in dusk courtship rituals. Capay Open Space Park is the perfect place to observe nighthawks as they chase each other in acrobatic flights and sing their eerie trilled songs. \n\n\n\nYou can learn more about Lesser Nighthawks and listen to their song here: https://www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/Lesser_Nighthawk/overview.  Join Zane Pickus and Frank Fabbro in a dusk birding trip to Capay Open Space Park. While this trip will be focused on the nighthawks\, there should be plenty of other birds to see. California Thrashers\, though inconspicuous\, nest here. Western Meadowlarks\, California Quail\, and a variety of swallows will be abundant. Given the date\, we could encounter a neotropical migrant or two! \n\n\n\nWe’ll meet at 6:00pm at the Marketplace Shopping Center (near Big 5 Sporting Goods\, 1301 W.Covell\, just east of Hwy 113). We will plan to bird until dark\, and should return to Davis between 8:30pm and 9:00pm. Bring binoculars\, cameras\, snacks\, and water. The trip will include a short walk along the gravel creekbed. High winds or a significant rainstorm will cancel the trip. Yolo Audubon Society field trips are free and open to the public. Carpooling is strongly encouraged\, but all rides are private arrangements between driver and riders. \n\n\n\nTrip leaders: Frank Fabbro and Zane Pickus. \n\n\n\nContact Zane for more information – zanep987@gmail.com
URL:https://yolobirdalliance.org/event/capay-open-space-park-lesser-nighthawks/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230416T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230416T073000
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SUMMARY:Bobcat Ranch Tour
DESCRIPTION:House Finch; © Kelli O’Neill\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nJoin Yolo Audubon Society for birds and wildflower tour of Bobcat Ranch. This sprawling blue oak woodland property sits in the hills of the coastal range just north of Berryessa Gap. The hills are green\, flowers are blooming\, and we should have some early spring migrants showing up. Bobcat Ranch is great for spotting woodpeckers\, raptors\, and the occasional resident bald eagle as well as lupine\, blue dicks\, and a variety of other wildflowers. We will climb to a natural spring where warblers and small passerines are often abundant.  \n\n\n\nThis trip will involve moderate-strenuous hiking with portions of sustained uphill on uneven\, unpaved surfaces. We will hike a loop approximately 2 miles long and gain about 300-400 feet in elevation. Bring binoculars\, plenty of water\, snacks\, hiking poles if needed\, and sturdy hiking shoes. Dress in layers as it can be cool in the morning and warm in the afternoon. Trails may be muddy depending on the weather. Heavy rains or high winds cancels the trip. \n\n\n\nWe’ll meet at 7:30 a.m. and likely return to Davis by noon. Location and further details will be provided to those who have reserved a spot on the trip. \n\n\n\nTrip leaders are Ryan Janke and Sonjia Shelly. \n\n\n\nThis trip has limited space. Please reserve a spot by emailing Ryan Janke (rhjanke29@gmail.com).
URL:https://yolobirdalliance.org/event/bobcat-ranch-tour-2/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230401T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230401T110000
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SUMMARY:City of Davis' South Fork Preserve
DESCRIPTION:South Fork Preserve; © Marc Hoshovsky\n\n\n\nEvent postponed to April 1 due to poor weather predicted on original date – March 15.  \n\n\n\nPlease join Marc Hoshovsky\, a local volunteer naturalist\, for a guided interpretive walk at the  City of Davis’ South Fork Preserve. \n\n\n\nThe Preserve is located along the South Fork of Putah Creek\, a few miles southeast of Davis. Almost 200 acres in size\, it is one of the best stands of riparian and floodplain forest along Putah Creek\, with some old trees over 5 feet in diameter! The Preserve’s 30-year-old restored oak woodland nicely demonstrates how fast woodlands can recover\, given a nearby creek and some loving care. This nice diversity attracts a lot of birds and other wildlife\, so visitors will be sure to enjoy themselves. \n\n\n\nMarc will explain how the South Fork became the new course of Putah Creek in historical times and how the Creek has been restored since then; help visitors learn about the creek’s aquatic and upland ecosystem; describe the City’s continued investments in the Preserve; and highlight the ongoing conservation challenges of Putah Creek. \n\n\n\nThe walk will be a relatively slow paced one-mile loop walk (all flat)\, allowing plenty of birding opportunities. The first few hundred feet is on a wheelchair accessible gravel path to a new observation deck over the creek. The walk then continues through the riparian forest on a single-track dirt path\, returning on an old farm road along the restored oak woodland to the parking lot. \n\n\n\nThis hike is appropriate for all ages. Please prepare for the weather and variable conditions by bringing water and snacks\, and wearing sturdy shoes. The tour may be rescheduled in the event of heavy rain. A camera and binoculars are recommended. \n\n\n\nWe will meet in the Preserve parking lot 2.3 miles south of Interstate 80 along Mace Boulevard.   \n\n\n\nContact Ryan Janke rhjanke29@gmail.com for additional information. No signup required.
URL:https://yolobirdalliance.org/event/city-of-davis-south-fork-preserve/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230129T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230129T073000
DTSTAMP:20260424T135912
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SUMMARY:Raptor Ramble - Event Full
DESCRIPTION:Burrowing Owl; © Kelli O’Neill\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nCalifornia’s Central Valley has one of the largest wintering raptor populations in the country. Our goal will be to see how many species of raptors we can find on this annual trip.  Highlights of past trips include Ferruginous Hawk\, Rough-legged Hawk\, Golden Eagle\, Peregrine Falcon\, Merlin\, Bald Eagle and Prairie Falcon. \n\n\n\nBirders of all ages and skill levels are welcome! Please bring binoculars\, a spotting scope if have one\, lunch\, plenty of liquids\, layers of clothes and be prepared for a full day trip. \n\n\n\nThis trip is limited to 15 people on a first-come\, first-serve basis. Please contact Ryan Janke (rhjanke29@gmail.com) to reserve your spot and to receive information on where to meet. \n\n\n\n Call the leader Kevin Guse (916-616-8835) or email harpy12@icloud.com for more details.
URL:https://yolobirdalliance.org/event/raptor-ramble-3/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230121T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230121T080000
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SUMMARY:Robinson Road\, Hawks & Plovers
DESCRIPTION:Red-tailed Hawk; © Kelli O’Neill\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThis trip is by reservation only.  There will be a maximum of 12 people in 4 cars.  Sharon Kirkpatrick will lead us on a trip to the pastures of southeastern Solano County to search for overwintering raptors & other winter visitors.  We will search fields\, perches and farm equipment.  Prior trips have seen prairie falcons\, merlins\, golden eagles\, ferruginous hawks\, rough-legged hawks and mountain plovers.  We hope to see these and many more species during this trip.  \n\n\n\nBeginning birders are welcome.  Bring binoculars\, water\, snacks or lunch (though we don’t stop for this) and layers for winter weather.  Please bring a spotting scope if you have one.  Rain or high winds will cancel the trip. \n\n\n\nThe group will meet at 8:00 am\, returning by early afternoon.  This trip involves mostly driving and stopping\, little walking is anticipated. \n\n\n\nPlease contact John Hansen at jjhindavis@yahoo.com for reservations.
URL:https://yolobirdalliance.org/event/robinson-road-hawks-plovers-2/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230114T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230114T070000
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SUMMARY:COSUMNES RIVER PRESERVE - Trip Cancelled
DESCRIPTION:EVENT CANCELLED \n\n\n\n\n\nSnowy Egret; © Kelli O’Neill\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThe preserve is currently closed and\, given the forecast\, it seems highly unlikely to reopen before the trip.  \n\n\n\nIf you have any questions\, contact your leader\, Kevin Guse at (916) 616-8835 or harpy12@icloud.com . \n\n\n\nYolo Audubon Society field trips are free and open to the public. Heavy rain or high winds may cancel any trip.
URL:https://yolobirdalliance.org/event/cosumnes-river-preserve/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221113T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221113T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T135912
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SUMMARY:Cosumnes River Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Snowy Egret; © Kelli O’Neill\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThe Cosumnes River Preserve has an array of important valley floor bird habitats including wetlands\, floodplains\, agricultural land\, and rare valley oak riparian. Birding at the interface of these habitats provides a unique opportunity to view a diverse list of species with relative ease. We will follow the flat and well-maintained walking trails through these habitats to view woodpeckers\, raptors\, wetland birds\, wintering sparrows\, ducks\, geese\, and shorebirds. We will also bird the agricultural fields along Desmond Road which is renowned for Sandhill Cranes. \n\n\n\nExpect two to three hours of walking in the preserve plus standing for shorebird viewing. This trip welcomes all levels of birding experience\, especially beginners. Please bring binoculars\, plenty of fluids\, and dress in layers for cooler temperatures expected at this time of year\, especially in the morning. We expect to finish in the early afternoon. We will not have a planned lunch break\, but if you want to enjoy your lunch at the preserve\, there are picnic tables at the visitor center good birding-while-eating opportunities. Bathrooms available at the visitor center. \n\n\n\nWe will depart at 7:00am from the Park & Ride behind Ikeda’s in Davis. Please arrive beforehand and carpool when possible. Heavy rain cancels the trip. \n\n\n\nTrip Leader: Ryan Janke (rhjanke29@gmail.com)
URL:https://yolobirdalliance.org/event/2022-11-13-cosumnes-river-preserve/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221029T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221029T140000
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SUMMARY:Lake Solano County Park & Putah Creek
DESCRIPTION:Lewis’s Woodpecker at Lake Solano; © Ann Brice\n\n\n\nOn this trip we will visit Lake Solano County Park where Putah Creek runs between Yolo and Solano Counties.  We will be looking for resident species as well as those that spend the winter in the area.  The oak woodland\, riparian habitat and creek can result in bird sightings that include Osprey\, Phainopepla and Wood Duck. There could be some surprises like Lewis’s Woodpecker\, Red-breasted Sapsucker and Bald Eagle.  \n\n\n\nParticipants will meet at Lake Solano County Park when the park opens at 8:00 am. Park in the day use area near the boat dock.  A $8.00/car fee will be needed for parking in the day use lot.  \n\n\n\nAll levels of birders are welcome.  Trip will conclude early afternoon.  Bring water\, binoculars and spotting scopes if you have one. We will not be stopping for a designated lunch break.  There is some walking on uneven terrain but for the most part it is flat.  Rain and strong wind cancels trip. NO reservations are necessary. \n\n\n\nMore info: Sharon Kirkpatrick (530) 220-3735 (cell) or sckirkpa@gmail.com
URL:https://yolobirdalliance.org/event/2022-10-29-lake-solano-county-park/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221022T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221022T150000
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SUMMARY:Sparrow Bingo
DESCRIPTION:Fox Sparrow; © Zane Pickus\n\n\n\nFall 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!  \n\n\n\nAs 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. \n\n\n\nThe 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.  \n\n\n\nBring binoculars\, scopes\, cameras\, snacks\, lunch\, and beverages. High winds or a significant rainstorm cancel this trip.  \n\n\n\nContact John Hansen at jjhindavis@yahoo.com for more details and to reserve a spot .
URL:https://yolobirdalliance.org/event/2022-10-22-sparrow-bingo/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221016T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221016T170000
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SUMMARY:Bodega Bay
DESCRIPTION:Red Knot; © Kevin Gusé\n\n\n\nYou are cordially invited to join us for a trip to one of the crown jewels of Northern California birding\, Bodega Bay.  We will be looking for fall migrant passerines as well as shorebirds\, loons\, grebes\, ducks\, raptors and wading birds. Birders of all skill levels are welcome! There will be short walks on fairly level terrain.  \n\n\n\nThis outing will be limited to 12 people in 3 cars. It will be an all-day trip\, beginning at 6:30 AM. Please bring a lunch\, sunscreen\, water and layers of clothing. To sign up\, please contact John Hansen at jjhindavis@yahoo.com. Contact the leader\, Kevin Guse at 916-616-8835\, for more information. 
URL:https://yolobirdalliance.org/event/2022-10-16-bodega-bay/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220918T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220918T180000
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SUMMARY:Point Reyes
DESCRIPTION:This is the annual Terry Colborn Memorial trip to Pt. Reyes. This is an all-day trip limited to 3 vehicles and no more than 12 participants. Fall migration at Pt. Reyes can be spectacular and makes this area a well-deserved birding hot spot. Depending on the weather\, the numbers and diversity of songbirds passing through the “Outer Point” can be impressive. In addition to the passerines there are usually plenty of raptors\, other migrants\, and several species of mammals to enjoy. \n\n\n\nAll participants are expected to be vaccinated. Masks are not required while out of doors but may be required in vehicles depending on preferences of the driver and passengers.  \n\n\n\nPlease bring a lunch\, plenty of fluids and dress in layers. Be prepared for cool temperatures\, wind and maybe fog\, though Pt. Reyes can also be warm at this time of year. There will be easy walks and possible bird photo opportunities on the trip.  \n\n\n\nTrip Leader: Kevin Guse. \n\n\n\nFor reservations contact John Hansen at jjhindavis@yahoo.com
URL:https://yolobirdalliance.org/event/2022-09-18-point-reyes/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220604T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220604T200000
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SUMMARY:Sierra Valley
DESCRIPTION:Yellow-headed Blackbird; © Deb Ford\n\n\n\nPlease note: This trip was initially planned as an overnight\, two-day trip but due to changed circumstances it has been rescheduled for one day only\, Saturday June 4th. \n\n\n\nPlease join us on this one-day trip to the Sierra Valley. We will be looking for special mountain birds including Williamson’s Sapsucker\, White-headed  Woodpecker\, and Calliope Hummingbird. In Sierra Valley\, we will be treated to the spectacle of dozens of displaying Yellow-headed Blackbirds as well as Great Basin nesting species such as Sage Thrasher\, Vesper Sparrow and Brewer’s Sparrow. \n\n\n\nPlease bring several layers of clothing\, sunscreen\, insect repellent\, plenty of water and food enough at least for breakfast and lunch.  \n\n\n\nThis trip will be limited to 12 participants and spaces will be filled on a first come/first served basis\, so please sign up early. You can make a reservation by contacting johnmottsmith@comcast.net. \n\n\n\nTrip leaders are Kevin Guse and Mary Scheidt. We will meet at the Ikeda Market Park-N-Ride Lot in South Davis (off of Mace Blvd) at 6:00 AM on Saturday\, June 4th.
URL:https://yolobirdalliance.org/event/2022-06-sierra-valley/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220528T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220528T100000
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SUMMARY:Cache Creek Nature Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Wood Duck; © JoAnne Fillatti\n\n\n\n\n\nWestern Kingbird; © Deb Ford\n\n\n\n\n\nOn this trip we will visit Cache Creek Nature Preserve\, a private/non-profit outdoor preserve that has gone through more than 25 years of habitat restoration work located just off the Cache Creek Watershed in Woodland\, CA. We will be looking for resident species and those that breed here in the area. A combination of wetland\, riparian forest\, creek\, and grassland habitats will provide an opportunity to see a variety of birds such as Wood Ducks\, Tree Swallows\, Western Kingbirds\, Pied-billed Grebes\, and lots of Red-winged Blackbirds. There are also occasional sightings of Ash-throated Flycatchers\, American White Pelicans\, White-faced Ibises\, and Common Gallinules.  \n\n\n\nMeet at 7:00 AM at the parking lot of Cache Creek Nature Preserve\, 34199 Co Rd 20\, Woodland\, CA. All levels of birders are welcome. Trip will conclude at around 10:00 AM.  \n\n\n\nBring water\, binoculars and spotting scopes if you have one. We will also provide additional binoculars\, but it’s STRONGLY RECOMMENNDED to bring your own. There won’t be much walking on uneven terrain. Much of the walk will be on established trails that are mostly flat. Rain and strong winds will cancel trip.  \n\n\n\nMore info: Harnawaz Boparai (916) 871-9093 (cell) or hsboparai@ucdavis.edu
URL:https://yolobirdalliance.org/event/2022-05-cache-creek-nature-preserve/
LOCATION:Cache Creek Nature Preserve\, 34199 County Rd 20\, Woodland\, California\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220508T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220508T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T135912
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SUMMARY:Bobcat Ranch
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Mother’s Day morning of hiking at Audubon California’s Bobcat Ranch\, located in the foothills of the Coast Range just west of Winters.  Our moderately easy hike will be roughly two miles round-trip\, following ranch roads through the Blue Oak grasslands.  The final route for the hike has not been set\, but no matter where we go\, it will be a treat to wander around this working ranch that is not normally open to the public. \n\n\n\nWe will meet in Winters at Steady Eddy’s Coffeehouse in Winters at 8:00 am on Sunday\, May 8\, 2022. We should be done hiking by 1:00 pm\, and there are lots of great lunch options in Winters for that after-hike snack.  Space is limited to 12 people.  May be muddy – come prepared to possibly get dirty if it has been raining. Significant rain on the day\, or heavy rain prior to the day of the hike will cancel.  \n\n\n\nPlease contact Stan Hunter for more details and to sign up for this hike at stanton.hunter@gmail.com
URL:https://yolobirdalliance.org/event/2022-05-bobcat-ranch/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220507T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220507T093000
DTSTAMP:20260424T135912
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SUMMARY:Spring Migration at Willowbank Ditch
DESCRIPTION:This walking trip focuses on the migrating songbirds passing through Davis. Willowbank Ditch in South Davis has a fantastic mix of mature trees\, dense understory\, and diverse fruiting and flowering plants. Early May is at the tail end of sparrow migration\, but still in the heart of warbler and flycatcher migration through the area. We will hope for foraging groups of warblers and flycatchers as we practice learning the songs and calls of an array of local songbirds. Some targets will include Wilson’s\, Yellow\, and MacGillivray’s Warblers\, Western Wood-pewee\, Western Tanager\, and Lazuli Bunting. We will also practice thinking from a birds-eye view\, discussing habitat\, food sources\, and tips and tricks for predicting the best spots to find migrating songbirds. \n\n\n\nThe trip will leave from the junction of Almond Lane and Rosario Street in Davis.  There is street parking on streets by this junction\, and this intersection has a walking path that leads to the footbridge over the Willowbank Ditch.   \n\n\n\nWe will meet at 7am and the trip will end around 9 or 9:30am.  Expect ~1 mile of walking\, although we will never be more than 1/2 of a mile from the meeting spot. Please bring binoculars as well as any desired snacks and water. Heavy rain will cancel the trip. For more information contact Rob Furrow at robertfurrow@gmail.com or 610-715-9123. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRob’s Writeup from the Fieldtrip\n\n\n\nWe had 25 participants on our Willowbank Ditch trip\, and things started off strong with a flock of White-faced Ibis passing over the neighborhood.  Within the park we focused our efforts on native plants like valley oaks and blue elderberries.  We enjoyed great looks at several Black-headed Grosbeaks and had a neck-aching encounter with two Great Horned Owls perched high in a tall eucalyptus tree.  \n\n\n\nThe trip was somewhat focused on flycatchers\, so a cooperatively perched Western Wood-pewee was a highlight. We also managed brief encounters with some of the hard-to-ID small flycatchers in the genus Empidonax\, including a Dusky Flycatcher making its characteristic “whit” call and a cagey Hammond’s Flycatcher. A final treat was encountering a family of Dark-eyed Juncos — this species is common in Davis in Winter\, but is a rare breeder anywhere in the Central Valley. \n\n\n\nChecklist (with photos) from the day: https://ebird.org/checklist/S109283120
URL:https://yolobirdalliance.org/event/spring-migration-at-willowbank-ditch/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220319T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220319T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T135912
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SUMMARY:eBirding the Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area
DESCRIPTION:Northern Harrier; © Zane Pickus\n\n\n\nThis trip will focus on the ins and outs of the eBird app. Since its inception in 2002\, eBird has become the largest citizen science project in the world. It has tremendous value to birders of all levels\, and the app makes it easy to create checklists and log bird sightings wherever you go. Leaders Emmett Iverson and Zane Pickus will be gearing the trip towards those with little eBird experience\, specifically the benefits of using the eBird app. \n\n\n\nAs for birds\, spring is just arriving and the Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area is a wonderful place to witness the changing season. Ducks will be be lingering\, shorebirds will be arriving\, and there should be plenty of raptors and songbirds to enjoy. \n\n\n\nWe will meet at the Davis park-and-ride at 7:00am\, and the trip should conclude by 12pm.  Please bring water\, snacks\, sunscreen\, and dress appropriately.  \n\n\n\nTrip leaders ask that participants have created an eBird account and download the eBird app for iOS or Android prior to the trip. Information on how to do this will be presented at Emmett and Zane’s eBird presentation\, on Wednesday\, January 16. \n\n\n\neBird app on iPhone\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\neBirding the Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area Trip Reportby Zane Pickus & Emmett Iverson\n\n\n\nOn Saturday\, March 19\, 2022\, nine birders joined Emmett Iverson and Zane Pickus to visit the Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area. The trip focused on helping participants become more familiar with the eBird app. Those who attended were able to practice creating and submitting eBird checklists of the birds they observed\, as well as gain experience with counting and estimating flocks of birds. Despite some intermittent rain and an overcast morning\, the group powered on to see a total of 61 species.  \n\n\n\nThe indisputable highlight was the incredible flocks of Yellow-headed Blackbirds\, staging at the Bypass before they continue on to their breeding grounds. An estimated 235 Yellow-headeds were seen throughout the morning. The group was able to pick out 6 Ross’s Geese among flocks of flyover Snow Geese\, and a few were able to get views of a distant Bald Eagle. The eagle\, an apparent first- or second-year bird\, is a very unusual species at the Bypass. Everyone had great looks at Blue-winged Teal\, of which 9 were observed. This is a regular but difficult to detect species at the Bypass. Shorebirds were beginning to arrive\, and Dunlin\, Long-billed Dowitchers\, and Greater Yellowlegs were all seen well in good numbers. Finally\, a female Great Horned Owl sitting on a nest was a treat.  \n\n\n\nIt was a fun morning at the Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area. Thanks to all who attended. A full eBird checklist of species is here: https://ebird.org/checklist/S105223561
URL:https://yolobirdalliance.org/event/2022-03-ebirding-yolo-bypass-wildlife-area/
LOCATION:Park-N-Ride (Meeting Place)\, 26295 Mace Boulevard\, Davis\, CA\, 95618\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220312T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220312T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T135912
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SUMMARY:North Davis Ponds
DESCRIPTION:Greater Yellowlegs; © Josh Greenfield\n\n\n\n\n\nSora; © Ann Brice\n\n\n\n\n\nThe pond at Northstar Park and the Julie Partansky Pond (North Area Drainage Basin) attract a variety of land birds as well as water birds year-round\, especially after runoff from surrounding neighborhoods has filled the Partansky Pond.  \n\n\n\nMeet at 9 am in the 3500 Anderson Road parking lot for a slow-moving stroll around the ponds to see what’s there\, catering to beginners as well as intermediate-level birders. Bring your binoculars. Will finish no later than 12 noon. \n\n\n\nContact Chris Dunford with any questions (christopher.j.dunford@gmail.com). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChris Dunford’s Field Trip Report\n\n\n\nNorth Area Drainage Pond\, Yolo\, California\, USMar 12\, 2022 8:45 AM – 12:20 PMProtocol: Traveling1.2 mile(s) \n\n\n\nChris Dunford and Josh Greenfield led a Yolo Audubon Society field trip to the North Davis Ponds. Clear sky\, moderate wind\, temps in 50s and 60s F.  This is the combined checklist for the two subgroups\, covering the ponds\, the Upland Habitat Area\, the nature trail\, and the soccer fields. 43 species (+2 other taxa). 24 participants. \n\n\n\nThis checklist is also available online at: https://ebird.org/checklist/S104700148 \n\n\n\nCanada Goose (moffitti/maxima)  9American Wigeon  4Mallard  6Rock Pigeon (Feral Pigeon)  1Mourning Dove  2Anna’s Hummingbird  6Sora  2Common Gallinule  1American Coot  2American Coot (Red-shielded)  1Killdeer  2Larus sp.  3Great Egret  1White-tailed Kite  1Sharp-shinned Hawk  1Cooper’s Hawk  1Swainson’s Hawk  1Red-tailed Hawk  1Red-breasted Sapsucker  1Nuttall’s Woodpecker  2Northern Flicker (Red-shafted)  2Black Phoebe  6Say’s Phoebe  1California Scrub-Jay  4American Crow  5Tree Swallow  12Barn Swallow  1Bushtit  5Ruby-crowned Kinglet  6Northern Mockingbird  6Western Bluebird  4American Robin  10Cedar Waxwing  45House Finch  6Purple Finch  1Pine Siskin  3Lesser Goldfinch  30American Goldfinch  5Dark-eyed Junco (Oregon)  5White-crowned Sparrow (Gambel’s)  8Golden-crowned Sparrow  9Savannah Sparrow  3Spotted Towhee  1Red-winged Blackbird (California Bicolored)  8Yellow-rumped Warbler (Audubon’s)  17
URL:https://yolobirdalliance.org/event/2022-03-north-davis-ponds/
LOCATION:3500 Anderson Road\, 3500 Anderson Road\, Davis\, California\, 95616
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220219T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220219T180000
DTSTAMP:20260424T135912
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SUMMARY:Bodega Bay
DESCRIPTION:Common Loon; © Ann Brice \n\n\n\nAll-day trip limited to 12 participants – priority given to those with some birding experience but unfamiliar with common winter birds of the Pacific coast and/or with birding at Bodega Bay\, a world-class birding location. Harbor mudflats\, ocean beach\, and rocky headland for ducks\, grebes\, loons\, gulls and shorebirds in one compact area – Bodega Bay\, Harbor and Head\, and Doran Beach.  \n\n\n\nWinter weather can be surprisingly good\, but be prepared for cold and wet with layers\, hat and gloves. Only major wind or rainstorm will cancel the trip. Easy walks and good bird photo opportunities around the harbor. All participants should be vaccinated.  \n\n\n\nContact leader Chris Dunford [530-753-9073; christopher.j.dunford at gmail.com] to reserve a seat and for details of lunch\, transport options and meeting time/location. From Davis\, a two-hour drive each way; you should be back by 6 pm.
URL:https://yolobirdalliance.org/event/bodega-bay-7/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220129T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220129T140000
DTSTAMP:20260424T135912
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SUMMARY:Cosumnes River Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Sandhill Cranes; © Joanne Fillatti\n\n\n\nCranes\, geese\, swans\, ducks\, shorebirds and of course … lots of sparrows. In the morning we will leisurely bird the trails through the riparian forest near the visitor center and in the adjacent marsh. After lunch on the deck of the visitor’s center\, we will be roadside birding by marshes and fields along Desmond and Bruceville Roads watching for the Peregrine Falcon that frequents a nearby microwave tower. \n\n\n\nMeet at 7:00 a.m. in the Park-and-Ride lot off Mace Boulevard (northeast of Highway 80 and just down from Ikeda’s Market). Bring your lunch\, binoculars\, and spotting scope if you have one. Dress appropriately for the weather that day which could range from warm and sunny to cool and foggy. Let’s hope for no rain. We expect to finish by midafternoon. \n\n\n\nIf you have any questions\, contact your leader\, Sid England at (530) 756-7882 or asenglnd@pacbell.net. \n\n\n\nYolo Audubon Society field trips are free and open to the public. Car-pooling is encouraged\, but all rides are private arrangements between driver and riders. Heavy rain or high winds may cancel any trip. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCOSUMNES RIVER PRESERVE FIELD TRIP REPORTby Sid England and Randy Beaton \n\n\n\nTo paraphrase the singer-songwriter\, Johnny Nash\, it was a bright\, bright sun-shiny day with nothing but blue sky when about 15 birders convened at the Cosumnes River Preserve for a spectacular morning of birding. We first walked the Boardwalk trail out to the observation deck and back then completed the milelong Wetlands Walk Trail before having lunch and finished up at the ponds along Desmond and Bruceville Roads. \n\n\n\nJust being out on such a wonderful day was the highlight of the trip\, but there were many notable birds. Perhaps the best was an extremely cooperative Prairie Falcon that flew right in front of us and over our heads at low elevation not once\, but twice. What a treat! Another favorite of the group was a flock of Tundra Swans that flew low very near us. And of course\, the many thousands of waterfowl especially clouds of Snow Geese were crowd pleasers\, too. \n\n\n\nFollowing is a list of species and estimated numbers seen before lunch. After lunch along Desmond and Bruceville Roads\, we added many thousands of waterfowl along with Ruddy Duck\, Red-shouldered Hawk\, and American Kestrel for a day total of 55 species.  \n\n\n\n\n\nSPECIES and COUNT \n\n\n\nSnow Goose 5\,000 \n\n\n\nGreater White-fronted Goose 1\,500 \n\n\n\nCanada Goose 30 \n\n\n\nTundra Swan 12 \n\n\n\nNorthern Shoveler 150 \n\n\n\nGadwall 8 \n\n\n\nAmerican Wigeon 80 \n\n\n\nMallard 2 \n\n\n\nNorthern Pintail 300 \n\n\n\nGreen-winged Teal 200 \n\n\n\nRing-necked Duck 24 \n\n\n\nBufflehead 12 \n\n\n\nCommon Goldeneye 4 \n\n\n\nAnna’s Hummingbird 1 \n\n\n\nAmerican Coot 120 \n\n\n\nSandhill Crane 15 \n\n\n\nBlack-necked Stilt 18 \n\n\n\nKilldeer 6 \n\n\n\nDunlin 40 \n\n\n\nLeast Sandpiper 24 \n\n\n\nLong-billed Dowitcher 20 \n\n\n\nWilson’s Snipe 1 \n\n\n\nGreater Yellowlegs 8 \n\n\n\nRing-billed Gull 4 \n\n\n\nHerring Gull 8 \n\n\n\nAmerican White Pelican 1 \n\n\n\n\n\nSPECIES and COUNT \n\n\n\nGreat Egret 1 \n\n\n\nTurkey Vulture 5 \n\n\n\nNorthern Harrier 3 \n\n\n\nRed-tailed Hawk 2 \n\n\n\nDowny Woodpecker 1 \n\n\n\nPrairie Falcon 1 \n\n\n\nBlack Phoebe 6 \n\n\n\nSay’s Phoebe 1 \n\n\n\nCalifornia Scrub-Jay 4 \n\n\n\nAmerican Crow 2 \n\n\n\nCommon Raven 2 \n\n\n\nTree Swallow 45 \n\n\n\nRuby-crowned Kinglet 6 \n\n\n\nMarsh Wren 50 \n\n\n\nEuropean Starling 5 \n\n\n\nWestern Bluebird 2 \n\n\n\nHouse Sparrow 8 \n\n\n\nWhite-crowned Sparrow 40 \n\n\n\nGolden-crowned Sparrow 30 \n\n\n\nSavannah Sparrow 2 \n\n\n\nLincoln’s Sparrow 3 \n\n\n\nWestern Meadowlark 3 \n\n\n\nRed-winged Blackbird 100 \n\n\n\nBrewer’s Blackbird 30 \n\n\n\nCommon Yellowthroat 2 \n\n\n\nYellow-rumped Warbler 30
URL:https://yolobirdalliance.org/event/cosumnes-river-preserve-2022-01/
LOCATION:Park-N-Ride (Meeting Place)\, 26295 Mace Boulevard\, Davis\, CA\, 95618\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220122T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220122T140000
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SUMMARY:Robinson Road: Raptors & Mountain Plovers
DESCRIPTION:Burrowing Owl; © JoAnne Fillatti\n\n\n\nJoin us for a trip to the pastures of southeastern Solano County to search for resident and overwintering raptors & Mountain Plovers.  We will search fields\, perches and farm equipment.  Prior trips have spotted Prairie Falcon\, Merlin\, Golden Eagle\, Ferruginous Hawk\, Rough- legged Hawk\, Burrowing Owl and Mountain Plovers. We hope to see these and many more species during this trip.  Little walking is anticipated.  Wear appropriate winter wear\, the area is generally windy.  Bring water\, snacks and/or lunch on the go. Bring binoculars and a spotting scope\, if you have one.  STRONG winds or heavy rain cancels the trip.  All levels of birders are welcome. \n\n\n\nDue to parking issues on narrow roads\, and to respect private property\, this trip is limited to 4 vehicles. The trip will begin at 8:00 AM\, returning by early to mid-afternoon. The leader is Sharon Kirkpatrick. \n\n\n\nTo reserve a spot contact John Mott-Smith at johnmottsmith@comcast.net or (530) 400-7622. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTrip Report: This field trip had to be cancelled due to high wind conditions.
URL:https://yolobirdalliance.org/event/robinson-road-2022-01/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220115T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220115T170000
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SUMMARY:Raptor Ramble
DESCRIPTION:Ferruginous Hawk; © Ann Brice\n\n\n\nPlease come join us to try and find as many raptor species as possible.  We will focus on Yolo County\, but we may visit adjacent counties as well in our quest. In addition to the more common species\, our targets will include Bald Eagle\, Ferruginous Hawk\, Golden Eagle\, Merlin\, Peregrine Falcon\, Prairie Falcon and Rough-legged Hawk.   \n\n\n\nThe trip leader is Kevin Guse. Bring binoculars\, lunch\, plenty of liquids and dress in layers.  If you have one\, a spotting scope would be really helpful. The trip will begin at 8 AM. Please be prepared for a full day of birding. Very high winds or significant storms may cancel the trip. \n\n\n\nThe trip is limited to 4 cars. All participants are expected to be vaccinated. Drivers and their passengers will decide whether masks are required while in vehicles. To reserve a spot contact John Mott-Smith at johnmottsmith@comcast.net or (530) 400-7622.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTrip Report provided by leader Kevin Guse: \n\n\n\n12 persons in 4 vehicles were on the trip\, a very comfortable number. \n\n\n\n73 species were seen\, including 13 raptors: Bald Eagle\, Golden Eagle\, Prairie Falcon\, Northern Harrier\, Red-tailed HawkRed-shouldered Hawk\, American Kestrel\, Cooper’s Hawk\, Sharp-shinned Hawk\, Pygmy-Owl\, Burrowing Owl\, Osprey\, and Turkey Vulture. \n\n\n\nOther key bird sightings included Loggerhead Shrike\, California Thrasher\, Red-breasted Sapsucker\, and a flock of Mountain Bluebirds.
URL:https://yolobirdalliance.org/event/raptor-ramble-2022-01/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211211T071500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211211T100000
DTSTAMP:20260424T135912
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SUMMARY:Cache Creek Nature Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Wood Duck: © Joanne Fillatti\n\n\n\n\n\nGreat Horned Owl; © Joanne Fillatti\n\n\n\n\n\nOn this trip we will visit Cache Creek Nature Preserve\, a private/non-profit outdoor preserve that has gone through more than 25 years of habitat restoration work located just off the Cache Creek Watershed in Woodland\, CA. We will be looking for resident species and those that winter here in the area.  \n\n\n\nA combination of wetland\, riparian forest\, creek\, and grassland habitats will provide an opportunity to see a variety of birds such as Wood Ducks\, Great-Horned Owls\, Ruby-crowned Kinglets\, Northern Flickers\, and many sparrows. There are also occasional sightings of Ospreys\, American White Pelicans\, American Bitterns\, and Soras.  \n\n\n\nMeet at 7:15 AM at the parking lot of Cache Creek Nature Preserve\, 34199 Co Rd 20\, Woodland\, CA. All levels of birders are welcome. Trip will conclude at around 10:00 AM. Bring water\, binoculars and spotting scopes if you have one. We will also provide additional binoculars\, but it’s STRONGLY RECOMMENNDED to bring your own.  \n\n\n\nThere won’t be much walking on uneven terrain. Much of the walk will be on established trails that are mostly flat. Rain and strong wind will cancel trip.  \n\n\n\nCall or email for directions or more info: Harnawaz Boparai (916)-871-9093 (cell) or hsboparai@ucdavis.edu \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCache Creek Nature Preserve Yolo Audubon Field Trip Summary\n\n\n\nby Harnawaz Boparai \n\n\n\nThe field trip occurred on December 11\, 2021 at the Cache Creek Nature Preserve starting at 7:15 AM and ending at 10:00 AM roughly\, however some attendees stayed until 11:00 AM. There were a total of 17 field trip attendees (not including the field trip leader and two other staff from the Cache Creek Conservancy/Nature Preserve). We started at the parking lot of the nature preserve and walked parallel with the wetland going through the tending gathering garden; before taking a slope up to the levee and continued walking adjacent to the wetland. After the wetland\, we took a turn into the riparian forest area that runs parallel with the Cache Creek watershed. We hiked along that for a good duration of time (almost an hour) before coming up to a dried up slough. We crossed over that slough to reach the grasslands region of the nature preserve. From the grasslands\, we hiked through the oak woodland trail heading back to the front entrance of the nature preserve. By the time we reached the front of the Cache Creek Nature Preserve it was slightly past 10:00 AM. Some people already decided to leave at that point\, while others chose to stay and look over the wetland for some more time. \n\n\n\nThere was a diversity of birds observed over the course of the entire field trip. Each habitat type featured a different plethora of birds. The wetland habitat was spotlighted by a flock of over two dozen American White Pelicans foraging for aquatic prey throughout our time in the wetland. Other wetland species observed were Common Mergansers\, Northern Mockingbirds\, and even a Hermit Thrush (observed towards the end of the field trip). The riparian habitat also hosted a wide variety of species such as California Towhees\, Golden-crowned Sparrows\, and a Blue-gray Gnatcatcher. The grassland habitat witnessed our first Black Phoebe sighting of the field trip. The woodland habitat hosted Downy and Nuttall’s Woodpeckers\, as well as a Rufous-crowned Sparrow. Shortly before finishing up the woodland area of the preserve\, we found a large collection of Great Horned Owl feathers near the entrance of the nature preserve. We’re not quite sure what the cause of it was\, but looked to be it most likely was caused by predation. But of what remains unclear.  \n\n\n\nThe overall diversity of birders present during the field trip was interesting. About half to two-thirds of the attendees had high-definition cameras to take good quality photographs of the birds and other wildlife present throughout the entire field trip. This actually was quite helpful on several occasions over the field trip; particularly with birds that even the most experienced birders were having a hard time confirming what species was being observed. Two examples of this were the Blue-Gray Gnatcatcher from the riparian forest and the Rufous-crowned Sparrow from the woodland. Both species when viewed with binoculars\, most of us were still unsure if it was the selected species\, but then the photographers took photographs and shared it with us; which helped confirm our guesses. Also\, about half the attendees were well-rounded birders with years of birding experience. While the other half had recently gotten into birding in the last couple of years and wanted to start coming out on these field trips to become better birders and seek advice from experienced birders that were attending these field trips. 
URL:https://yolobirdalliance.org/event/cache-creek-nature-preserve-2021/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211204T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211204T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T135912
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SUMMARY:Bobcat Ranch
DESCRIPTION:Bobcat Ranch; © Stan Hunter\n\n\n\nJoin us for a morning of hiking at Audubon California’s Bobcat Ranch\, located in the foothills of the Coast Range just west of Winters.  Our moderately easy hike will be roughly two miles round-trip\, following ranch roads through the Blue Oak grasslands.  The final route for the hike has not been set\, but no matter where we go\, it will be a treat to wander around this working ranch that is not normally open to the public. \n\n\n\nSpace is limited to 12 people.  May be muddy – come prepared to possibly get dirty if it has been raining. Significant rain on the day\, or heavy rain prior to the day of the hike will cancel. Participants are expected to be vaccinated. \n\n\n\nPlease contact Stan Hunter for more details and to sign up for this hike at stanton.hunter@gmail.com \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBobcat Ranch Field Trip Report\n\n\n\nText by Stanton HunterPhotos by JoAnne Fillatti \n\n\n\nOn Saturday\, December 4\, a group of hikers and birders was able to take a tour of Audubon California’s Bobcat Ranch\, in the foothills of the Coast range\, just west of Winters\, CA. The hike was sponsored by Yolo Audubon Society\, and was led by Joe Zinkl\, Sonjia Shelly and Stan Hunter. \n\n\n\nThe day started out with fairly heavy valley fog in Winters. The group began the hike in the parking lot at the ranch\, watching a group of White-crowned\, Golden-crowned Sparrows and Spotted Towhees flitting about in piles of brush\, and Acorn Woodpeckers flying from tree to tree around the ranch house. We then headed west along a fire road\, with our destination an area known as Black Rock Basin (for the large clusters of dark rock that are found in the area)\, a distance of about a mile and a half away. Along the way\, we saw a Say’s Phoebe\, several Western Meadowlarks\, and ranch regulars Oak Titmice\, White-breasted Nuthatches\, Yellow-rumped Warblers (Audubon’s variety)\, Dark-eyed Juncos (Oregon variety)\, Ruby-crowned Kinglets and Lesser Goldfinches. The fog was starting to burn off\, and small patches of blue were showing through the clouds. \n\n\n\nBut the real starts of the show on that hike were the numerous Lewis’s Woodpeckers that were flying around\, landing in trees\, and calling to one another. As has been experienced recently at Bobcat Ranch\, we saw more Lewis’s Woodpeckers than Acorn Woodpeckers in the Blue Oak trees along the fire road\, which is normally an unusual occurrence. In the past\, it would be normal to occasionally see a Lewis’s fly over\, but to see so many of them feeding and congregating in the trees was an unusual and pleasant surprise.  \n\n\n\nAt the top of the road\, we were able to find several Savannah Sparrows\, an American Kestrel and several Common Ravens. By this time\, the fog had burned off and it was clear and sunny\, but it was not to last long; after we had been in Black Rock Basin for around 20 minutes\, the fog started blowing in and it once again got cold and damp. We thought we may have seen a Loggerhead Shrike on a barbed wire fence\, but as the fog blew in\, and visibility diminished\, our view of the bird went away before we could confirm its identification. \n\n\n\nWe decided it was time to start back\, slowly walking back the fire road to the parking lot. By the time we returned to our cars\, we had covered over two and a half miles in about three hours of walking\, and had seen 21 species of birds. It may not have been the most spectacular day at Bobcat Ranch\, but it was certainly very pleasant to take a relaxed hike through the grass-covered hills studded with Blue Oaks\, and take in the quiet beauty that is Bobcat Ranch. \n\n\n\nBobcat Ranch is a 6800-acre working ranch in the Coast Range west of Winters. The ranch is normally closed to the public\, for preservation purposes\, but the ranch occasionally allows public hikes\, along with a variety of scientific studies\, wildlife surveys\, and other nature-based research. Thanks to Audubon California\, and Dash Weidhofer\, the ranch manager\, for their help in putting this hike together.  \n\n\n\n\n\nGolden-crowned Sparrow\n\n\n\nSavannah Sparrow\n\n\n\nSpotted Towhee\n\n\n\n\n\nLewis’s Woodpecker\n\n\n\nSavannah Sparrow\n\n\n\nWhite-crowned Sparrow
URL:https://yolobirdalliance.org/event/2021-12-bobcat-ranch/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211127T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211127T235959
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SUMMARY:Sacramento & Colusa Wildlife Refuges
DESCRIPTION:Sacramento NWR; © Diane Colborn\n\n\n\nThis post-Thanksgiving trip will feature iconic Central Valley wintering birds at two national wildlife refuges.  Depending on water conditions\, in late November the Sacramento and Colusa National Wildlife Refuges typically host hundreds of thousands of wintering geese and ducks\, as well as many other birds.  We will also have good chances of seeing bald eagles and other raptors.  We will bird the auto loops at both refuges\, stopping at the observation tower in Sacramento NWR and the observation deck at Colusa.  Depending on weather\, we may take a short trail walk.  We will also make a side stop in Maxwell to see if the Vermillion Flycatcher has returned to the cemetery this year. \n\n\n\nAll participants are expected to be vaccinated.  Masks may be required in vehicles depending on preferences of drivers and passengers.  Current health guidelines will be followed. \n\n\n\nPlease bring a lunch and water and dress in layers.  Participants are responsible for arranging their own transportation.  Driving time from Davis is approximately one hour each way.   \n\n\n\nPlease contact Diane Colborn at tlcgdc@gmail.com\, or 916-764-5796\, to register and for details regarding meeting time and location. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nField Trip Report\n\n\n\nby Diane Colborn \n\n\n\nWe identified 58 species.  I just submitted the list to ebird and “shared” it with yoloaudubon. Below is a simple summary of the trip.  \n\n\n\nThe Yolo Audubon Society post-Thanksgiving field trip to Sacramento and Colusa National Wildlife Refuges on November 27\, 2021 had 17 participants who enjoyed clear sunny weather and collectively identified 58 species of birds.  Highlights included close up spectacular views of an estimated 100\,000 snow geese both on the water and flying overhead.  Smaller numbers of Ross’s Geese\, White-fronted Geese and Cackling Geese were also seen.  Other highlights included drive away views of a Peregrine Falcon\, who perched on a telephone pole for photos\, and good looks at an immature Bald Eagle who circled overhead.  We also saw eight Wilson’s Snipe and had good looks at a Sora\, who are more often heard than seen.  All in all a beautiful Central Valley Fall day. \n\n\n\nHere is the list: \n\n\n\nSnow GooseRoss’s GooseGreater White-fronted GooseCackling GooseNorthern ShovelerGadwallAmerican WigeonMallardNorthern PintailGreen-winged TealRing-necked DuckBuffleheadRuddy DuckRing-necked PheasantPied-billed GrebeEurasian Collared DoveAnna’s Hummingbird SoraAmerican CootBlack-necked StiltKilldeerWestern SandpiperLong-billed DowitcherWilson’s SnipeGreater YellowlegsCalifornia GullGreat Blue HeronGreat EgretSnowy Egret Turkey VultureBald Eagle (immature)Northern HarrierCooper’s HawkRed-shouldered HawkRed-tailed HawkGreat-horned OwlBelted KingfisherNuttall’s WoodpeckerNorthern FlickerAmerican KestrelMerlinPeregrine FalconBlack PhoebeSays PhoebeCalifornia Scrub-JayCommon RavenGolden-crowned KingletRuby-crowned KingletNorthern MockingbirdAmerican PipitHouse FinchGoldfinch sp.White-crowned SparrowWestern MeadowlarkRed-winged BlackbirdBrewer’s BlackbirdCommon YellowthroatYellow-rumped Warbler
URL:https://yolobirdalliance.org/event/sacramento-colusa-refuges-2021/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211113T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211113T133000
DTSTAMP:20260424T135912
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SUMMARY:Cosumnes River Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Sandhill Crane; © JoAnne Fillatti\n\n\n\nThe Cosumnes River Preserve has an array of important valley floor bird habitats including wetlands\, floodplains\, agricultural land\, and rare valley oak riparian. Birding at the interface of these habitats provides a unique opportunity to view a diverse list of species with relative ease. We will follow the flat and well-maintained walking trails through these habitats to view woodpeckers\, raptors\, wetland birds\, wintering sparrows\, ducks\, geese\, and shorebirds. We will also bird the agricultural fields along Desmond Road which is renowned for Sandhill Cranes.  \n\n\n\nExpect two to three hours of walking in the preserve plus standing for shorebird viewing. This trip welcomes all levels of birding experience\, especially beginners. Please bring binoculars\, plenty of fluids\, and dress in layers for cooler temperatures expected at this time of year\, especially in the morning. We expect to finish in the early afternoon. We will not have a planned lunch break\, but if you want to enjoy your lunch at the preserve\, there are picnic tables at the visitor center good birding-while-eating opportunities. Bathrooms available at the visitor center. \n\n\n\nWe will depart at 7:00am from the Park & Ride behind Ikeda’s in Davis. Please arrive beforehand and carpool when possible. All participants are expected to be vaccinated. Masks are not required while out of doors but may be required in vehicles depending on preferences of the driver and passengers. Federal\, state\, and local health guidelines will be followed. \n\n\n\nTrip Leaders: Ryan Janke (rhjanke29@gmail.com)\, Sonjia Shelly\, and Zane Pickus.
URL:https://yolobirdalliance.org/event/2021-11-cosumnes-river-preserve/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211031T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211031T110000
DTSTAMP:20260424T135912
CREATED:20210913T144837Z
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SUMMARY:Davis Cemetery
DESCRIPTION:Red-breasted Sapsucker; © JoAnne Fillatti\n\n\n\nCome look for birds and friendly goblins at the Davis Cemetery on this Halloween weekend. The 28-acre cemetery is a National Wildlife Federation certified wildlife habitat. Many species of birds are attracted to this suburban woodland and the historic swale; the cemetery is well known for a large flock of Wild Turkeys. Several species of raptors are regular at the cemetery\, including the White-tailed Kite\, Cooper’s Hawk\, Red-shouldered Hawk\, and Barn Owl. Western Bluebirds\, Nuttall’s Woodpeckers\, Red-breasted Sapsuckers\, Dark-eyed Juncos\, and Yellow-rumped Warblers also winter at the cemetery. \n\n\n\nBirders at all skill levels are welcome. Participants are expected to be vaccinated. This will be a morning walk. Since it can be wet\, sturdy shoes or boots are recommended. We will meet in the Davis Cemetery at 820 Pole Line Road\, Davis (the corner of Pole Line Rd and East 8th St.) at 8:00 AM (we should be done by 11:00AM).  \n\n\n\nThe main entrance is on the East 8th Street side of the cemetery. There is limited parking in the cemetery; therefore\, bike or otherwise plan your transportation accordingly. We will meet at the mini-parking area on the east driveway (on the right as you enter the cemetery).  \n\n\n\nContact the trip leader\, Ed Whisler (916) 204-0471 [cell phone] or edwhisler@yahoo.com [email]) for more information.
URL:https://yolobirdalliance.org/event/davis-cemetery-2021/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211030T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211030T140000
DTSTAMP:20260424T135912
CREATED:20210913T143318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211006T232653Z
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SUMMARY:Lake Solano and Putah Creek
DESCRIPTION:Phainopepla; © JoAnne Fillatti\n\n\n\nOn this trip we will visit Lake Solano County Park where Putah Creek runs between Yolo and Solano Counties. We will be looking for resident species as well as those that come to spend the winter in the area. The oak woodland\, riparian habitat and creek can result in bird sightings that include Osprey\, Phainopepla\, Wood Duck and hopefully several species of woodpeckers. There could be some surprises like Pileated Woodpecker\, Red-breasted Sapsucker and Bald Eagle.  \n\n\n\nMeet at 8:00 AM at Lake Solano County Park day use parking lot\, on Pleasants Valley Road. There is a $8 fee per vehicle that parks there.  \n\n\n\nAll trip participants should be vaccinated. Federal\, state\, and local health guidelines will be followed. Trip will conclude early afternoon. Bring water\, binoculars and spotting scopes if you have one. We will not be stopping for a designated lunch break. There is some walking on uneven terrain but for the most part it is flat. Beginning birders are welcome. Rain and strong wind cancels trip. \n\n\n\nTrip Leader: Sharon Kirkpatrick (530) 220-3735 (cell) or sckirkpa@gmail.com
URL:https://yolobirdalliance.org/event/lake-solano-and-putah-creek-2021/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211010T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211010T150000
DTSTAMP:20260424T135912
CREATED:20210913T130739Z
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SUMMARY:Sparrow Bingo
DESCRIPTION:Fox Sparrow; © Zane Pickus\n\n\n\nFall migration is largely over and the winter birds are settling in. Join Bart Wickel and Zane Pickus for a local jaunt around Yolo County. 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. Route to be determined as conditions warrant. \n\n\n\nThe trip is limited to 4 cars. All participants are expected to be vaccinated. Drivers and their passengers will decide whether masks are required while in the vehicles. \n\n\n\nBring binoculars\, scopes\, cameras\, snacks\, lunch\, and beverages. High winds or a significant rainstorm cancel this trip. The trip will begin at 7:30 am and we will return by 3:00pm. \n\n\n\nContact John Mott-Smith (johnmottsmith@comcast.net) for more details and to reserve a spot. 
URL:https://yolobirdalliance.org/event/sparrow-bingo-2021/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210919T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210919T235959
DTSTAMP:20260424T135912
CREATED:20210822T193919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210902T173712Z
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SUMMARY:Bodega Bay
DESCRIPTION:Brown Pelican; © JoAnne Fillatti\n\n\n\nAll-day trip limited to 12 participants – priority given to those with some birding experience but unfamiliar with common late-summer birds of the Pacific coast and/or with birding at Bodega Bay\, a world-class birding location. Harbor mudflats\, ocean beach\, and rocky headland for pelicans\, three species of cormorant\, Heermann’s Gulls\, Elegant Terns\, and shorebirds in one compact area – Bodega Bay\, Harbor and Head\, and Doran Beach. \n\n\n\nBe prepared for cool temperatures\, wind\, and maybe fog\, but can also be surprisingly warm in late summer. Easy walks and good bird photo opportunities around the harbor. \n\n\n\nAll participants should be vaccinated. \n\n\n\nContact leader Chris Dunford [530 753-9073; christopher.j.dunford at gmail.com] to reserve a seat and for details of lunch\, transport options and meeting time/location. From Davis\, a two-hour drive each way; you should be back by 6 pm.
URL:https://yolobirdalliance.org/event/2021-09-19-bodega-bay/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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