Field Trip: Neotropical Migrants Workshop & Bird Walk at Lagoon Valley Park
Date: Saturday August 18, 2018
Time: 9:00 AM
Walks and workshops aimed at Beginning Birders are held twice a month on Saturdays.
All workshops begin at 9 a.m., followed by bird walks from 9:30 a.m. until noon.
(NSAS Event)
Details:
Leader:
Crystal DeMarco
crystal.napasolanoaudubon@gmail.com
Description:
What are Neotropical Migrants? What migration characteristics make these particular birds
unique, and what risks are they facing? Join us for a workshop to discuss what steps we can all
take to help these amazing birds, and how Citizen Scientists play an important role in tracking
bird populations. We will also review E-Bird and other birding apps.
The workshop will last from 9:00 to 9:30, followed by a walk along the freshwater lagoon, and
up to a redwood grove. Past sightings at this 470-acre park, have included neotropical migrants
such as the Pacific-slope Flycatcher, and Hooded Oriole. Walks are appropriate for all ages
(children must be accompanied by an adult). Please wear sturdy walking shoes or boots and
bring water and binoculars if you have them. Layers are recommended.
Directions:
From Fairfield, take the I-80 East towards Sacramento. Drive approximately 8 miles,
exit on Pena Adobe Road. Take Pena Adobe Rd. into Lagoon Valley Park. There is a $3 parking
fee, and the kiosk accepts cards. Drive southeast towards the large parking lot on the right, and
we will meet near the restrooms across from the parking lot.
submitted on August 10, 2018, at 07:52 PM PST