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SUMMARY:Sierra Valley-Yuba Pass
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for this overnight trip into the Sierra Nevada. We will be looking for special mountain birds\, including Williamson’s Sapsucker\, White-headed Woodpecker\, Mountain Bluebird\, Evening Grosbeak\, and Calliope Hummingbird.\nIn Sierra Valley\, we will be treated to the spectacle of dozens of displaying Yellow-headed Blackbirds\, as well as nesting species such as Sandhill Crane\, Willet\, Wilson’s Snipe\, Sage Thrasher\, Vesper Sparrow and Brewer’s Sparrow.\nOvernight options include lodging in Portola and camping at Lake Davis. Please bring several layers of clothing\, sunscreen\, insect repellent\, plenty of water and food enough at least for breakfast and lunch on Saturday and lunch on Sunday.  We will have a group dinner at a restaurant in Portola on Saturday evening.\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.\nWe will meet at the Ikeda Market Park-N-Ride Lot in South Davis (off of Mace Blvd) at 6:00 AM on Saturday.  Hope to see you there!\nKevin Guse (916-514-0685)\nMary Schiedt (530-400-7094)
URL:https://yolobirdalliance.org/event/sierra-valley-yuba-pass/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180513T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180513T120000
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SUMMARY:Putah Creek Nestbox Highway
DESCRIPTION:What better way to celebrate Mother’s Day than spending some quality time with babies\, birds that is! \nJoin us for a leisurely morning stroll on the Putah Creek Nestbox Highway\, a breeding program for cavity nesting birds that has helped to recover Western Bluebirds and other species in the region. Families welcome. Easy walking on managed trails. 8:30 am at Putah Creek Riparian Reserve\, specific site to be determined based on nesting activity. \nWear long pants\, a hat\, sunscreen\, and sturdy shoes\, and bring water\, binoculars\, and your camera. Rain or high winds will cancel. Last year’s trip was a big hit and space is limited so RSVP soon. Melanie Truan: mltruan@ucdavis.edu
URL:https://yolobirdalliance.org/event/putah-creek-nestbox-highway/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180508T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180508T103000
DTSTAMP:20260503T073305
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SUMMARY:Cache Creek Nature Preserve
DESCRIPTION:We will walk through the woods along Cache Creek\, looking and listening for spring migrant warblers\, vireos\, flycatchers\, tanagers\, etc.  Meet at 7:30 AM at the Nature Preserve parking lot\, reached from County Road 20\, about one-half mile west of Road 94B.  The gate should be open at about 7 AM.  We will bird till about 10:30.  Bring water and sturdy shoes.  Porta-potty available.\nLeader: Michael Perrone\, 530 753-0441.
URL:https://yolobirdalliance.org/event/cache-creek-nature-preserve/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180505T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180505T120000
DTSTAMP:20260503T073305
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LAST-MODIFIED:20180406T231218Z
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SUMMARY:Putah Creek at Kusch Home
DESCRIPTION:Tour Manfred Kusch’s birding gardens between Davis and Winters. He has cultivated his home garden and surrounding area\, which border on Putah Creek\, into a true birding extravaganza. He attracts a wide variety of birds in the gardens and habitat around the house\, especially hummingbirds and orioles. The multi-layered vegetation on either side of the creek hosts spring migrants and residents such as grosbeaks\, tanagers and a variety of warblers and vireos. \nWe’ll meet at 7:30 a.m. at the Marketplace Shopping Center (near Big 5 Sporting Goods\, 1301 W. Covell\, just east of Hwy 113). Bring binoculars\, scopes\, cameras\, snacks and beverages. High winds or a significant rainstorm cancel this trip. Space is limited; RSVP early. More info: Joe Clemens\, jclemens211@yahoo.com (e-mail preferred; phone is 281-900-0808)
URL:https://yolobirdalliance.org/event/putah-creek-at-kusch-home/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180428T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180428T150000
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SUMMARY:Bobelaine Sanctuary CANCELED
DESCRIPTION:THIS TRIP IS CANCELED DUE TO POOR TRAIL CONDITIONS. It may be rescheduled; look for updates later. \nWe will be visiting the 430 acre National Audubon Sanctuary on the Feather River with over 6 miles of  dirt trails\, managed by Sacramento Audubon.  We will be looking for the last of the overwintering passerines plus nesting season should be in full swing.   We will be looking for local breeders as well as opportunistic raptors.  The Feather River\, riparian forest and surrounding fields could lead to some different sightings than are usually found in Yolo County.  Anticipate a fair amount of flat land walking\, though not all 6 miles!\nMeet at 7:30am at the parking lot at Big 5 in the Market Place shopping center to carpool to the sanctuary.  All levels of birders are welcome.  There will not be a designated lunch break\, but bring snacks or lunch and plenty of water.  Bring binoculars.   The trip will likely end in mid- to late afternoon.  Be prepared for hot weather.  Rain and high winds cancel this trip.  Trip leaders are Sharon Kirkpatrick 530-220-3735\, sleclark@ucdavis.edu  and Joe Clemens\, jclemens211@yahoo.com.
URL:https://yolobirdalliance.org/event/bobelaine/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180421T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180421T120000
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SUMMARY:Mitchell Canyon
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday April 21 for a walk in Mitchell Canyon at Mount Diablo\, one of the premier sites for spring migrant birding in the East Bay. The canyon bottom contains riparian habitat bordered by dramatic chaparral-covered slopes. A nice collection of warblers\, tanagers\, grosbeaks\, vireos\, and flycatchers are expected at this time of year\, and there’s a good chance we will see Calliope Hummingbirds. A variety of wildflowers should also be present. We will meet at 8:00 AM at the Mitchell Canyon Visitor Center ($6.00 entrance fee). Please wear sturdy shoes for the unpaved trail and bring binoculars\, water\, and a lunch. We will stay along the relatively flat trail that follows the creek\, but there is some elevation change. The trip will last until around noon\, though some of us may stay out longer depending on the bird activity. The trip leader is Michael Strom (408)505-0328 or masam321@yahoo.com). \nSome of us will meet to ride-share to Mt. Diablo. We will meet at 6:45 at Big 5 in Davis. As always\, Yolo Audubon does not arrange carpools\, and all rides are private agreements between the driver and riders.
URL:https://yolobirdalliance.org/event/mitchell-canyon/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180418T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180418T210000
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SUMMARY:Avian Conservation in California's Central Valley
DESCRIPTION:On April 18\, UC Davis research ecologist Melanie Truan will speak at the Yolo Audubon meeting on the topic of avian conservation in the Central Valley.\nCalifornia’s agriculturally-dominated Central Valley is one of the most altered landscapes in North America and remains vulnerable to strong economic and population growth pressures that impact bird and wildlife populations. Yet\, despite these pressures\, the Central Valley provides some of the most important bird habitat in North America\, and as part of the Pacific Flyway\, hosts one of the largest concentrations of migratory birds in the world.   Dr. Truan will discuss some of the integrated research initiatives underway to better understand the ecology of these altered landscapes as well as ongoing efforts to protect\, restore\, and enhance habitat for the benefit of wildlife and humans alike.\nThe Yolo Audubon meeting will be held at the Davis Senior Center\, 646 A Street in Davis\, from 7:30 to 9 pm on April 18th.  The meeting is open to the public\, and people are invited to arrive at 7 pm for conversation and refreshments.
URL:https://yolobirdalliance.org/event/avian-conservation-in-californias-central-valley/
CATEGORIES:Monthly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180408T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180408T120000
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SUMMARY:Bobcat Ranch
DESCRIPTION:THIS TRIP IS FULL \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\, with an elevation gain of about 300 ft. \nWe will meet in Winters at 8:30 am\, and will be done hiking around 12:00 pm. Space is limited to 15 people. Please contact Stan Hunter for more details and to sign up for this hike at stanton.hunter@gmail.com
URL:https://yolobirdalliance.org/event/bobcat-ranch/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180406T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180408T180000
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SUMMARY:FOUR LAKES AND A LEK
DESCRIPTION:CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER \n2018 Field Trip to Susanville and Environs \nField Trip Organizer – Carl Schwedler\n530-210-3104\nmarcialberry@icloud.com \n  \nA three-day trip to the Susanville area to observe a Greater Sage-Grouse lek\, with visits to four nearby mountain/high-desert lakes. \nFriday afternoon (1:00 pm) begins with a meet-up at Donner Lake (Lake #1) along the way to Susanville\, followed by an attempt at a Juniper Titmouse on Red Rock Road. \nSaturday morning we go out to the Belfast Petroglyphs\, then bird the Amedee wetlands and Honey Lake (Lake #2) on the way back to the hotel for a civilized brunch. In the afternoon we bird up Jack’s Valley through the Willow Creek Wildlife Area and then all the way counter-clockwise around Eagle Lake (Lake # 3) to the opposite bottom\, at Christie Day Use Area and Gallatin Beach. Then clockwise back home for dinner. \nThen it’s up before dawn Sunday morning to grab some coffee and be on the road by 4:15 AM (yes\, seriously\, THAT early) for the Shaffer Sage-Grouse Lek east of Susanville (the “Lek”). Bring your scope/big camera. The site is about a mile from the main road\, so we would need to consolidate into four-wheel drive or high clearance vehicles. We will have to walk if it is in any way wet or rainy. After brunch back at Susanville\, we then cross the mountains and bird lake shores and meadows of Lake Almanor (Lake #4)\, birding down its west side and finally heading home from Canyondam via Oroville and Road 70. \nExpected birds include herons and egrets\, wading birds\, Sandhill Crane\, gulls (possibly some terns)\, eagles\, hawks and falcons\, sundry geese\, grebes and ducks\, a variety of woodpeckers (including White-headed and Williamson’s Sapsucker). Best of all are the mountain specialties\, e.g.\, Mountain Bluebird\, Stellar and Pinyon Jays\, Townsend’s Solitaire\, Cassin’s Finch\, Crossbills. And at the lek site we’ll be hoping for the sage trifecta\, i.e.\, Sage Thrasher\, Sagebrush Sparrow and of course the Greater Sage-Grouse. \nAccommodations:\nOnce confirmed for the trip\, individual arrangements for lodging should be made in advance at the Best Western Plus Trailside Inn\, 2785 Main Street\, Susanville\, CA (530) 257-4123. The hotel has given our group a discounted room rate\, so be sure to mention you are with the Yolo Audubon Society when you call to make your reservation. \nSpace is limited. Please contact the trip leader if interested.
URL:https://yolobirdalliance.org/event/four-lakes-lek/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180324T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180324T120000
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CREATED:20180216T225254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180216T225254Z
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SUMMARY:Yolo Farmlands
DESCRIPTION:This trip will focus on birds found in Yolo farmlands. It will be primarily a driving tour along the rural roads of Yolo County with frequent stops. The group will look for raptors\, waterfowl\, birds of open fields\, fences and hedges\, as well as riparian birds\, depending on the route and the weather. Up to 80 species have been seen on previous trips.\nThe trip will leave from the Davis Park-N-Ride off of Mace Blvd. just east of Ikeda’s. Participants will meet at 7am on March 24th for a half day trip. Everyone should bring binoculars and snacks and water as wanted. Heavy rain will cancel the trips. For more information contact Mary Schiedt at maryolo1@netscape.net or 530-400-7094.
URL:https://yolobirdalliance.org/event/yolo-farmlands/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180321T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180321T210000
DTSTAMP:20260503T073305
CREATED:20180306T045451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180313T031510Z
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SUMMARY:Graduate Student Research on Birds
DESCRIPTION:The Josh Hull Laboratory at UC Davis is primarily focused on genetics\, behavior\, ecology and conservation of birds. On March 21st\, graduate students from the Hull Lab–Shannon Skalos\, Ryan Bourbour\, Emily Abernathy and Chris Tyson\, will discuss their diverse research projects taking place across California. Their respective topics are: reproductive\, foraging and movement ecology of Northern Harriers in Suisun Marsh\, CA; prey selection in migrating Sharp-shinned Hawks and Merlins; rodenticide exposure in Red-tailed Hawks along the Pacific Coast; and long-term pair bonds in Cassin’s Auklets breeding on Southeast Farallon Island. Join us for these presentations to learn more about the ecology of some of California’s native birds.\n  The Yolo Audubon monthly meeting will take place at the Davis Senior Center (646 A St\, Davis\, CA 95616).  The program starts at 7:30 p.m.\, but everyone is invited for refreshments and conversation at 7:00.
URL:https://yolobirdalliance.org/event/graduate-student-research-birds/
LOCATION:Davis Senior Center\, 646 A Street\, Davis\, CA\, 95616\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180304T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180304T200000
DTSTAMP:20260503T073305
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SUMMARY:Local Owling
DESCRIPTION:This trip is an outing to look specifically for owls. There are five owl species that the group may see: Great-horned\, Barn\, Burrowing\, Short-eared\, and Western Screech. All of the search locations are publicly accessible\, so tour participants will be able to return on their own.\nThe trip will leave from the Davis Park-N-Ride off of Mace Blvd. just east of Ikeda’s. The owling participants will meet at 3pm on March 4th and plan to be out until dark. Everyone should bring binoculars and snacks and water as wanted. Heavy rain will cancel the trip. For more information contact Mary Schiedt at maryolo1@netscape.net or 530-400-7094
URL:https://yolobirdalliance.org/event/local-owling-2/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180221T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180221T210000
DTSTAMP:20260503T073305
CREATED:20180208T025551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180208T032108Z
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SUMMARY:Birding In Colombia
DESCRIPTION:Field trip guide and photographer\, Kevin Gusé will present a travelogue of his 2017 trip to Colombia at the February members’ meeting. \nColombia was essentially off limits to birders for many years due to security issues stemming from political unrest.  It is now relatively safe and more accessible to birders than ever before.  With a varied landscape resulting in a rich avifauna\, Colombia boasts the largest species list of any country in the world (over 1900 species recorded to date)!  Supporting almost 20% of the world’s bird species\, Colombia is now a “must visit” for birders.  \nThe meeting will take place at the Davis Senior Center (646 A St\, Davis\, CA 95616).  The program starts at 7:30 p.m.\, but everyone is invited for refreshments and conversation at 7:00.
URL:https://yolobirdalliance.org/event/birding-in-colombia/
LOCATION:Davis Senior Center\, 646 A Street\, Davis\, CA\, 95616\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180204T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180204T150000
DTSTAMP:20260503T073305
CREATED:20171215T035523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171215T035523Z
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SUMMARY:Robinson Road
DESCRIPTION:Join 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 Falcons\, Merlins\, Golden Eagles\, Ferruginous Hawks\, Rough- legged hawks 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. Bring binoculars and a spotting scope\, if you have one.  STRONG winds or heavy rain cancels the trip.  All levels of birders are welcome. \nPlan on carpooling for this trip as most of the trip involves driving.  Meet at the Marketplace Shopping Center (near Big 5 Sporting Goods\, 1301 W. Covell just east of Hwy 113) at 7:30am\, returning by early to mid-afternoon. Leader: Sharon Kirkpatrick (530) 220-3735 or sleclark@ucdavis.edu
URL:https://yolobirdalliance.org/event/robinson-road/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180203T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180203T180000
DTSTAMP:20260503T073305
CREATED:20171215T225741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171215T225741Z
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SUMMARY:Bodega Bay
DESCRIPTION:For winter birds of the coast – Bodega Bay\, Harbor and Head\, and Doran Beach offer ducks\, grebes\, loons\, gulls and shorebirds in one compact area.  Winter plumages offer interesting identification challenges.  Good bird photo opportunities around the harbor. Weather can be surprisingly good in winter\, but be prepared for cold and wet with layers\, hat and gloves – easy walks.  Only a major rainstorm will cancel the trip.  Meet 6:30 AM at the Marketplace Shopping Center\, in the parking lot for Big 5 Sporting Goods\, at W. Covell & Highway 113 in Davis.  Bring binoculars (spotting scope provided)\, lunch & snacks and beverages (option to buy take-out clam chowder or crab sandwich). If you plan on driving please RSVP (entrance to Doran Beach County Park is $7 per car).  Two-hour drive each way; you should be back by 6 pm.  Contact Chris Dunford [530 902-3576; christopher.j.dunford@gmail.com]
URL:https://yolobirdalliance.org/event/bodega-bay-3/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180128T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180128T150000
DTSTAMP:20260503T073305
CREATED:20171215T025536Z
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SUMMARY:Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a morning of birding at the Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area (YBWA)! The YBWA is one of the premier spots for wintering waterfowl and shorebirds in the central valley. We should see 14+ species of waterfowl and will put in special effort to look for locally uncommon to rare species including Ross’s Goose\, Barrow’s Goldeneye\, Eurasian Wigeon\, and Blue-winged Teal. Besides waterfowl\, we will expect to see American Bittern\, American Avocet\, Black-necked Stilt\, and Long-billed Curlew and try for the blackbird grand slam (Brewer’s\, Red-winged\, Tricolored\, and Yellow-headed). All of the areas we will be birding are accessible by car and minimal walking will be required. All levels of birder are welcome. \nPacking list: \n– Warm clothes and rain gear\n– Binoculars and scope (if you don’t have one\, we’ll have plenty to share)\n– Snacks\, water\, and lunch (we may be out past 1pm if the weather and birds are good) \nWe will meet at the entrance to YBWA(on the levy) at 7:30 am and return by mid-afternoon.\nLeader: Frank Fogarty (352) 455-9372 fogartyfa@gmail.com
URL:https://yolobirdalliance.org/event/yolo-bypass-wildlife-area-2/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180120T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180120T170000
DTSTAMP:20260503T073305
CREATED:20171215T024915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171215T225830Z
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SUMMARY:Raptor Ramble
DESCRIPTION:Please come join us to try and find as many raptor species as possible in a full day of birding.  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. \nBring binoculars\, lunch\, water and dress in layers. If you have one\, a spotting scope would be really helpful. Please be prepared for a full day of birding.\nWe will meet at the Park-N-Ride Lot by the Ikeda Market in South Davis (off of the Mace Boulevard Exit) at 7:30 AM. \nHope to see you there!\nPlease contact the leader\, Kevin Guse\, at 916-514-0685 for more details.
URL:https://yolobirdalliance.org/event/raptor-ramble-2/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180117T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180117T210000
DTSTAMP:20260503T073305
CREATED:20180104T160357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180105T040142Z
UID:2214-1516217400-1516222800@yolobirdalliance.org
SUMMARY:Tricolored Blackbird Update
DESCRIPTION:The featured speaker at Yolo Audubon’s January 17th meeting is Dr. Bob Meese\, one of the leading experts on tricolored blackbirds. He has worked with the species for 13 years and will present a summary of his research\, including a review of their natural history and remarkable breeding biology.   \nThe tricolor is currently under review for possible listing under the federal Endangered Species and California Endangered Species Acts\, and Bob will describe the efforts to monitor and conserve the species\, review its current status as measured by the 2017 Statewide Survey\, and review the factors responsible for the species’ rapid decline in abundance.  He will also discuss the prospects for their recovery.  Bob will conclude with a description of his trapping and banding efforts and describe some of the surprising insights gained by having banded nearly 82\,000 tricolors and recapturing over 2\,000 previously banded birds. \nThe Yolo Audubon meeting will be held at the Davis Senior Center\, 646 A Street in Davis\, from 7:30 to 9 pm on January 17th.  The meeting is open to the public\, and people are invited to arrive at 7 pm for conversation and refreshments.
URL:https://yolobirdalliance.org/event/tricolored-blackbird-update/
LOCATION:Davis Senior Center\, 646 A Street\, Davis\, CA\, 95616\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Meeting
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20171217
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20171218
DTSTAMP:20260503T073305
CREATED:20171119T185535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171201T052230Z
UID:2110-1513468800-1513555199@yolobirdalliance.org
SUMMARY:47th Putah Creek Christmas Bird Count
DESCRIPTION:Audubon’s Christmas Bird Count began as an alternative to the Christmas “Side Hunt” and has since become a fine tradition with tens of thousands of volunteers throughout the Americas braving the elements to take part in the effort. This long-term dataset has proven invaluable\, providing a picture of how the continent’s bird populations have changed in time and space over the past century. Yolo Audubon Society’s count circle is centered on Putah Creek and was initiated in 1971. Nearly 250 varieties of birds have been counted so far. Recent findings include Ring-necked Duck\, Lesser Scaup\, Common Loon\, Red-necked Grebe\, Rough-legged Hawk\, Greater Roadrunner\, Long- and Short-eared Owl\, Yellow-bellied Sapsucker\, Winter Wren\, and Mountain Bluebird. Come join us\, you never know what will turn up! For more information about the count\, including contact information for area leaders\, please see the main page.  \nThe Putah Creek CBC is part of Audubon’s 118th Christmas Bird Count to be conducted this coming season\, with all counts held between the dates of Thursday\, December 14\, 2017 through Friday\, January 5\, 2018. You may participate in as many counts as you wish!\nFind out more: http://www.audubon.org/conservation/science/christmas-bird-count 
URL:https://yolobirdalliance.org/event/christmas-bird-count/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171206T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171206T210000
DTSTAMP:20260503T073305
CREATED:20171129T050109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171201T051653Z
UID:2133-1512588600-1512594000@yolobirdalliance.org
SUMMARY:Christmas Bird Count ID Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Come join Christmas Bird Count coordinator and expert birder Steve Hampton for our annual bird identification workshop and preparation for the Putah Creek Christmas Bird Count to be held December 17\, 2017. The evening will be fun\, as well as educational!  \nSteve will go over identification of bird species we expect to see on the count and you can sign up to join one of the ten count groups. We will also be holding our annual fundraising drawing for various nifty bird-related prizes. This year’s grand prize is a stunning framed photograph of Long-billed Dowitchers taken at the Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area by Yolo Audubon member Beth Savidge!  \nTickets for the drawing will be available at the December 6th meeting\, but members who donate through December 3rd will be entered automatically. Join or renew at $10 for 5 tickets\, or receive 10 tickets with your donation of $20 or more. You may donate through our new website or by sending a check to Yolo Audubon Society\, P.O. Box 886\, Davis\, CA 95617. If you have already donated this fall\, thank you! You will be entered in the drawing as well. \n 
URL:https://yolobirdalliance.org/event/christmas-bird-count-id-workshop/
LOCATION:Davis Senior Center\, 646 A Street\, Davis\, CA\, 95616\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171206T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171206T110000
DTSTAMP:20260503T073305
CREATED:20170812T035140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170827T040103Z
UID:2020-1512550800-1512558000@yolobirdalliance.org
SUMMARY:West Pond Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join a 2-hr birding walk with the Friends of West Pond the first Wednesday of every month. Meet at the park at the west end of Isle Royale Lane in Davis\, 9 a.m. October through May\, 8 a.m. June through September. For more information contact Gene Trapp\, (530)756-6291.
URL:https://yolobirdalliance.org/event/west-pond-walk-4/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171118T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171118T120000
DTSTAMP:20260503T073305
CREATED:20171016T170051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171104T021001Z
UID:2072-1510993800-1511006400@yolobirdalliance.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk for Novices;                                                                              Woodland East Regional Pond
DESCRIPTION:This free trip is for participants who are new to bird watching\, or just curious about wild birds. This trip is appropriate for children 5 yrs. and older. The Woodland East Regional Pond\, also known by local birders as the Farmers Central Pond\, is a storm water catchment\, landscaped with native plantings that attracts both resident and migrant birds. Easy-walking pathways and viewing platforms will this enhance this outing. When water is available\, the pond hosts Canada Geese\, Great & Snowy Egrets and other water birds. In the trees\, shrubs and grasses\, we can expect to see Yellow-rumped Warblers\, White-crowned Sparrows and other small birds. Meet at 8:15 AM at the Woodland East Regional Pond parking lot at the “T” intersection of Yolo County Road 102 and Farmers Central Road in Woodland. Trip will conclude by noon.  Yolo Audubon Co-Leaders Ken Ealy & Carlos Castaneda will have binoculars to loan\, but if you have binoculars\, bring them. Strong wind cancels trip. If you have questions\, you may contact Ken (530) 219-1217.
URL:https://yolobirdalliance.org/event/bird-walk-for-novices/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171115T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171115T210000
DTSTAMP:20260503T073305
CREATED:20171104T015333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171104T015333Z
UID:2084-1510774200-1510779600@yolobirdalliance.org
SUMMARY:Double-Crested Cormorants
DESCRIPTION:Double-crested Cormorants (Phalacrocorax auritus) are seabirds known to use urban structures as nesting habitat. The old east span of the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge and the eastern portion of the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge have hosted the two largest colonies of this species in the region. However\, now these colonies are declining\, and structures they once used to nest on are either being dismantled or blocked off for maintenance activities. So it begs the question: where will the cormorants nest in the future? Will they move to new areas of the bridges\, adopt the artificial platforms we designed for them on the new bay bridge\, on leave the central bay altogether? Come learn what our research for the past three decades tell us about the population dynamics of this resilient species and learn about our efforts to study the Bay Area population of this adaptable\, yet maligned\, bird. \nMark Rauzon was with the US Fish and Wildlife Service\, where he studied sea birds and endangered marine mammals in Hawai’i\, Alaska\, and California.  He is also an expert in the effects of invasive animals and plants on tropical islands. His latest book Isles of Amnesia details his experiences.  http://www.amazon.com/dp/0824846796/ref=pe_825000_114660910_TE_item\nMr. Rauzon is also a research associate with Point Blue and a Geography professor at Laney College in Oakland. \nMeredith Elliott is a Senior Scientist at Point Blue Conservation Science and has worked on a variety of seabird monitoring and diet projects\, as well as researching zooplankton communities in Greater Farallones and Cordell Bank National Marine Sanctuaries. \nThe Yolo Audubon meeting will be held at the Davis Senior Center\, 646 A Street in Davis\, from 7:30 to 9 pm on November 15th. The meeting is open to the public\, and people are invited to arrive at 7 pm for conversation and refreshments.
URL:https://yolobirdalliance.org/event/double-crested-cormorants/
LOCATION:Davis Senior Center\, 646 A Street\, Davis\, CA\, 95616\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171112T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171112T120000
DTSTAMP:20260503T073305
CREATED:20171007T023137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171104T021429Z
UID:2054-1510475400-1510488000@yolobirdalliance.org
SUMMARY:Bobcat Ranch Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join 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\, with an elevation gain of about 300 ft.  We will meet in Winters at 8:30 am\, and will be done hiking around 12:00 pm.  Space is limited to 16 people.  Please contact Stan Hunter for more details and to sign up for this hike at stanton.hunter@gmail.com \n 
URL:https://yolobirdalliance.org/event/bobcat-ranch-tour/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171104T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171104T160000
DTSTAMP:20260503T073305
CREATED:20170809T025349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170827T045453Z
UID:2001-1509780600-1509811200@yolobirdalliance.org
SUMMARY:Sacramento and Colusa National Wildlife Refuges
DESCRIPTION:We will visit the Sacramento NWR north of Colusa and then the Colusa NWR. Both have driving tours so we will spend most of the time in cars. SNWR has a short walking tour on level ground as well as a very nice visitor center with restrooms. Colusa has a large\, accessible observation deck. These two refuges host thousands of wintering waterfowl\, as well as resident and migrant songbirds\, owls and raptors. There is easy viewing for birders – never disappointing! The rare Falcated Duck has been seen at Colusa in the past. Bring lunch\, snacks\, water\, layers of clothing\, binoculars and a spotting scope if you have one. Rain cancels trip. Meet to carpool at 7:30 a.m. at the parking lot at Big 5 in the Marketplace Shopping Center in Davis\, 1301 W. Covell Blvd. Please plan to contribute to $6 per-car fee at the Sacramento refuge. More info: Betty Berteaux\, (530)756-1686\, birdtrax@dcn.org
URL:https://yolobirdalliance.org/event/sacramento-colusa-natl-wildlife-refuges/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171101T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171101T110000
DTSTAMP:20260503T073305
CREATED:20170812T034933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170827T035831Z
UID:2017-1509526800-1509534000@yolobirdalliance.org
SUMMARY:West Pond Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join a 2-hr birding walk with the Friends of West Pond the first Wednesday of every month. Meet at the park at the west end of Isle Royale Lane in Davis\, 9 a.m. October through May\, 8 a.m. June through September. For more information contact Gene Trapp\, (530)756-6291.1
URL:https://yolobirdalliance.org/event/west-pond-walk-3/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171029T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171029T110000
DTSTAMP:20260503T073305
CREATED:20170810T230251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170907T031702Z
UID:2005-1509264000-1509274800@yolobirdalliance.org
SUMMARY:Davis Cemetery Halloween Trip
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, October 29       Davis Cemetery \nCome look for birds and friendly goblins at the Davis Cemetery on this Pre-Halloween bird walk. 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.\nBirders at all skill levels are welcome. This will be a morning trip. Since it can be wet\, sturdy shoes 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 finished by 11:00 A.M. The main entrance is on the East 8th Street side of the cemetery. There is limited parking in the cemetery; therefore\, carpool\, bike\, or walk if you can. We will meet at the mini-parking area on the east driveway (on the right as you enter the cemetery). Contact the trip leader\, Ed Whisler (916-204-0471 [cell phone] or edwhisler@yahoo.com)\, for more information.
URL:https://yolobirdalliance.org/event/davis-cemetery-halloween-trip/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171021T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171021T140000
DTSTAMP:20260503T073305
CREATED:20170810T223532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170827T044958Z
UID:2003-1508571000-1508594400@yolobirdalliance.org
SUMMARY:Lake Solano/Putah Creek
DESCRIPTION:On this trip we’ll go to Lake Solano where Yolo County borders Solano County to look for Fall regulars. Bird sightings may include residents such as Osprey\, Phainopepla\, Wood Duck and hopefully several woodpeckers. There could be some surprises like Pileated Woodpecker\, Red-breasted Sapsucker and Golden Eagle. Meet at 7:30 AM at the parking lot at Big 5 in the Marketplace Shopping Center\, in Davis\, 1301 W. Covell Blvd. All levels of birders are welcome.  Trip will conclude early afternoon.  Bring water\, snacks\, binoculars and spotting scopes if you have one. A $6.00/car fee will be needed for parking at the picnic grounds. Rain and strong wind cancels trip. More info: Sharon Kirkpatrick\, (530)220-3735 or sleclark@ucdavis.edu
URL:https://yolobirdalliance.org/event/lake-solanoputah-creek/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171018T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171018T210000
DTSTAMP:20260503T073305
CREATED:20171012T014823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171012T014823Z
UID:2066-1508355000-1508360400@yolobirdalliance.org
SUMMARY:Birds of the Great Basin
DESCRIPTION:The October 18th Yolo Audubon meeting will feature Frank Fogarty\, an ecology doctoral student at the University of California\, Davis\, who will present a talk on the natural history and ecology of Great Basin birds\, with a focus on his research in riparian communities. \nIn the central Great Basin\, montane riparian areas exist as small islands within the larger\, arid landscape. Although riparian areas cover less than 1% of the total land area in the Great Basin\, more than 50% of breeding bird species in the region are associated with riparian habitats. These riparian areas occur mostly in canyons\, either along the canyon bottom or in the form of seeps\, and the total area of riparian vegetation in individual canyons can vary by orders of magnitude. Frank will discuss his recent work evaluating the extent to which the total area of riparian vegetation and the degree of fragmentation of this riparian area explains both variation in breeding riparian bird species richness and the likelihood that a given riparian species is present in a given canyon.\nThe Yolo Audubon meeting will be held at the Davis Senior Center\, 646 A Street in Davis\, from 7:30 to 9 pm on October 18th. The meeting is open to the public\, and people are invited to arrive at 7 pm for conversation and refreshments.
URL:https://yolobirdalliance.org/event/birds-great-basin/
CATEGORIES:Monthly Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171007T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171007T180000
DTSTAMP:20260503T073305
CREATED:20170809T001012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170827T044634Z
UID:1993-1507356000-1507399200@yolobirdalliance.org
SUMMARY:The Big Chase
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for our annual Big Chase field trip.  Fall migration should be in full swing and there should be many shorebirds\, raptors and passerines to see. The locations that we visit and the rare birds that we try to see are dependent on what has been reported on the Northern California RBA and local listservs. We are looking forward to another wonderful day this fall! \nWe will meet at 6:00 AM in the Park and Ride lot off of Mace Boulevard (northeast of Highway 80 and just down from Ikeda’s Market) in Davis. Bring binoculars\, lunch and plenty of liquids and dress in layers. Please call the trip leader\, Kevin Guse (916-514-0685) with any questions.
URL:https://yolobirdalliance.org/event/the-big-chase/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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