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SUMMARY:Earth Day Napa Creek Cleanup 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
DESCRIPTION:April 12\, 2025 Earth Day Activities: Napa Creek Clean-up 9:00 – 11:30 a.m. Here is a wonderful opportunity to make our world cleaner for birds and ourselves. Betty Labastida chairs this event through Napa RCD (Napa Resource Conservation District). She will greet you with buckets\, gloves and pickup devices although if you have your own\, please bring them. Wear your grubby clothes because depending on your physical ability you can walk down to clean up the edges of the creek. … Or just normal dress and walk the sidewalks. When you bring the garbage back to Betty\, she will sort out all the recyclables! 
URL:https://napasolanobirds.org/calendar/earth-day-napa-creek-cleanup-900-a-m-1130-a-m/
LOCATION:Napa Creek 1245 Main St\, Napa\, CA 94558\, 1245 Main St\, Napa\, CA\, 94558
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SUMMARY:NSAS Speaker Series: Exploring Florida Birds with Mark Stephenson - Thursday\, April 10th 7:00 p.m. - Benicia Public Library
DESCRIPTION:About the presentation:\nMark hasn’t been birding back in Florida since he was a teenager in the 60’s wading through swamps in search of Limpkins\, Wood Storks and Flamingos with his brother Tom. His family used to drive down from Ithaca\, NY in their Rambler station wagon every couple of years on a vacation to visit his grandparents who lived in Brooksville\, North of Tampa. During those years they convinced their parents to take them on birding excursions to visit the Everglades\, Pine Island\, Sanibel Island’s Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge and as far South as they could travel down into the Keys. Those were the good old days with plenty of Herons and Egrets to go around. During the last 2 years he has returned to bird Florida in April 2024 on the Atlantic side from Orlando to the tip of the Keys. He traveled there again over New Years 2025 on the Gulf side in the vicinity of Fort Myers. He visited a number of new exciting birding locations and photographed some of Florida’s most exciting birds! His presentation will take a look at some of the best birding locations that Florida has to offer as well as close-up looks at Florida’s many Herons\, Gulls\, Terns\, Shorebirds\, Raptors\, Woodpeckers\, Warblers and other impressive Passerines. \nAbout the Presenter:\nMark has been the President of Napa-Solano Audubon for the past 5 years. He began birding in the 4th grade and his birding knowledge expanded dramatically when his family moved to Ithaca\, NY where he birded regularly with Dr. Arthur Allen\, founder of Cornell’s Laboratory of Ornithology and other leading experts from the Lab. During college he worked summers at Sapsucker Wood’s and for the Massachusetts Audubon Society before heading west and directing Environmental Education Summer Camps\, Expedition and Education Programs at Foresta Institute. After a career of more than 30 years in public education in Benicia and Napa Schools\, he is enjoying retirement and Northern California birding. Mark turned from his passion for portrait and landscape photography to focus on birds. With his son Lucas\, he has traveled to every corner of California\, Arizona\, Texas\, Ohio\, Florida\, and Costa Rica searching for birds and taking their photos.
URL:https://napasolanobirds.org/calendar/nsas-presents-exploring-florida-birds-with-mark-stephenson-thursday-april-10th-700-p-m-benicia-public-library/
LOCATION:Benicia Public Library\, 150 East L Street\, Benicia\, CA\, 94510
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SUMMARY:NSAS April Field Trip to the East side of Lake Berryessa - with Larry Kent & Robin Leong - Sunday April 5th
DESCRIPTION:Date: Saturday April 5\, 2025 \nTime: 8:30 AM to 3:30 or longer \nMeet: Meet at Eticuera Creek Day Use Area\, 8:30 am.\nLeaders: Robin Leong and Larry Kent\nCarpool: Meet 7:15 at River Park shopping center.\nWhat to bring: Binoculars\, spotting scope\, water\, lunch\, sturdy shoes\, layered clothing.\nThis is your chance to bird east side of Lake Berryessa with the experts at a beautiful time of year. Highlights might be Lewis Woodpecker\, Osprey on nest\, Bald Eagle on nest\, White tailed Kite\, Yellow-billed Magpie. \nRegistration Information:  To sign up for this Field Trip\, click on the Registration link below\, complete the Registration Form and click the Submit Button. We encourage you to sign-up early as this trip is popular and bound to fill up quickly. This field trip has a limit of 15 NSAS Members. The first 15 members to register will be active participants in this outing and additional registrations will be placed on a waiting list. \nRegistration Link: https://forms.gle/4Q3HCfdXJ3FjqLrA6  
URL:https://napasolanobirds.org/calendar/nsas-april-field-trip-to-the-east-side-of-lake-berryessa-with-larry-kent-robin-leong-sunday-april-5th/
LOCATION:Eticuera Creek Day Use Area\, 8600 Knoxville Road\, Napa\, 94558\, United States
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SUMMARY:NSAS March Field Trip to Pinnacles National Park with Bruce Thomsen & Rusty Scalf
 - Monday/Tuesday\, March 24th & 25th\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:About the Trip: Our next field trip will be to Pinnacles National Park\, home to our California Condor. This two-day trip will start on Monday visiting Pinnacles National Park looking for California Condors and spring migrants. We will visit several areas in the park looking for oak woodland species: red-shouldered hawk\, cooper’s and sharp-shinned hawks\, white-breasted nuthatch\, brown creeper\, oak titmouse\, California quail\, acorn woodpeckers\, and northern flickers. Visiting the canyon areas there is a possibility of a canyon wren\, California thrasher\, greater roadrunner\, lark sparrow\, sage sparrow\, rufous-crowned sparrow\, spotted towhee and a variety of early migrants. Flying high in the sky we can observe California Condors along with golden eagles\, red-tailed hawks\, and the possibility of several falcons.\nRegistration Information:  A Registration Form will be sent out for this trip this Saturday\, March 1st at 9:00 a.m. for all members subscribed to the Field Trip eBlast List. Be sure to check your Spam Folder if you don’t receive one. Sign-up as soon as you receive the Registration Form as this trip is popular and bound to fill up quickly. This field trip has a limit of 15 NSAS Members. The first 15 members to register will be active participants in this outing and additional registrations will be placed on a waiting list. 
URL:https://napasolanobirds.org/calendar/nsas-march-field-trip-to-pinnacles-national-park-with-bruce-thomsen-rusty-scalf-monday-tuesday-march-24th-25th-2025/
LOCATION:Pinnacles National Park\, 5000 East Entrance Road\, Paicines\, CA\, 95043
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SUMMARY:Beginner's Bird Walk Sunday\, March 16th\, 9:00 a.m. at American Canyon Wetlands
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our next Beginners Bird walk on Sunday\, March 16! Spring is approaching and we have been seeing a variety of migrating waterfowl and shorebirds out on the water\, with different raptors flying overhead. During our last walk we spotted an Allen’s hummingbird and a Merlin! \nSo\, if you are dipping a toe into birding\, or dusting off a pair of binoculars for the first time in a while and you want some company as you learn about birding\, we’d be delighted to have you join us for our Beginners Bird Walk this Sunday\, March 16 at the American Canyon Wetlands Edge Park.  No reservations are necessary\, just plan to show up and enjoy being outdoors for a little while. All level and ages of birders are welcome! \nCan’t make this trip? Not a problem as we plan on holding more Beginners Bird Walks thru Spring.  These walks are open to birders of all levels and ages. It’s free\, it’s fun\, and loaner binoculars are on hand if you need them.  Napa Solano Audubon membership is not required.  If you have questions about this outing\, please e-mail Karina Garcia at kg92794@gmail.com. \nWhat you might see: We have been seeing numerous species of waterfowl\, a variety of shorebirds including American Avocets and Black Necked Stilts\, as well as a variety of raptors\, while always keeping our eyes peeled for the secretive Virginia Rails and Soras. If you check out the American Canyon Wetlands eBird hot spot at https://ebird.org/hotspot/L590817 you’ll see the lists of birds that have been recently seen at this location.  \nMeeting time and location:  We will meet at 9 AM on Sunday\, March 16\, 2025\, at the parking lot for the Wetlands Edge Park\, which is located at 2 Eucalyptus Drive in American Canyon.  We expect that the walk will take between 2 – 3 hours and we should be finished by noon.  \nDirections: From Vallejo\, take Hwy 29 north towards Napa.  Turn left off of Hwy 29 onto Rio Del Mar.  There is a stop light at this location.  Immediately after turning onto Rio Del Mar\, turn right onto Eucalyptus Drive.  Continue west on Eucalyptus until you reach the parking lot.  From Napa\, drive south on Highway 29 till you reach Rio Del Mar.  Turn right onto Rio Del Mar and immediately turn right onto Eucalyptus Drive.  Continue west on Eucalyptus until you reach the parking lot.  From eastern Solano County take Hwy 80 to American Canyon Road.  Go west on American Canyon Road until it ends at Wetlands Edge Road.  Turn right on Wetlands Road and go north until you hit Eucalyptus Road.  Turn left on Eucalyptus Road and you will be at the Wetlands Edge Park parking lot. \nLeaders: Karina Garcia and Carol Boykin will be leading this walk.  Both Karina and Carol are citizen science volunteers and participate in the Napa Solano Audubon’s CA Birdseasons project at the wetlands location.  NSAS has been monitoring birds at this site every Monday morning since 2016.  This monitoring has provided the participants with a wealth of knowledge about the birds you might see at this location.  \nWhat to bring:  Hats\, sunscreen\, and layers are a good idea as this location can be both sunny and windy.  We will be walking ~ 2 miles over paved trails so comfortable walking shoes will be needed.  Bring binoculars if you have them.  If not\, we will have extra binoculars for you to use.  We will also have spotting scopes on hand for better views of some of the more distant birds.  Water and snacks are items you should plan to carry with you.  \nHealth & Safety: NSAS requests that all participants be vaccinated for Covid-19\, with updated boosters.  All participants will sign a Field Trip Waiver and Waiver of Liability.
URL:https://napasolanobirds.org/calendar/beginners-bird-walk-sunday-march-16th-900-a-m-at-american-canyon-wetlands/
LOCATION:American Canyon Wetlands\, 2 Eucalyptus Drive\, American Canyon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250313T190000
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SUMMARY:NSAS Presents: Our Native American’s Reverent Relationship with Birds - with Charlie Toledo - 
March 13th at 7:00 p.m. at the Napa Valley Lutheran Church
DESCRIPTION:About the Program: Birds played a significant role in Native American Cultures. Ms. Charlie Toledo will share her knowledge of birds and the role they played in CA native American cultures. Birds were used by every Native American culture for food\, medicine\, art and ceremony. She will explore the reverent relationship that Native Americans had with these incredible animals.\nAbout the Presenter: Charlie Toledo is of Towa descendent\, native to New Mexico. She is the Executive Director of the Suscol Intertribal Council\, a community-based organization\, since 1992 located in Napa\, California. She has extensive experience as public speaker\, presenter\, and community organizer in regional\, statewide\, national and international forums. Since 1982 she has worked in alternative healthcare fields\, as well as background in mediation for individuals\, families\, and organizations. She has been an organic gardener since 1978. She has lifelong commitment to social justice and international work on Human Rights and Environmental social justice issues. 
URL:https://napasolanobirds.org/calendar/nsas-presents-our-native-americans-reverent-relationship-with-birds-with-charlie-toledo-march-13th-at-700-p-m-at-the-napa-valley-lutheran-church/
LOCATION:Napa Valley Lutheran Church\, 1796 Elm St.\, Napa\, CA 94558\, 94558
CATEGORIES:Programs
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SUMMARY:NSAS Beginner's Bird Walk - Sunday March 9th at American Canyon Wetlands
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our next Beginners Bird walk on Sunday\, March 9th! Spring is arriving and we have been seeing a variety of migrating waterfowl and shorebirds out on the water\, with different raptors flying overhead. We have even spotted secretive Soras and Common Gallinules recently! So\, if you are dipping a toe into birding\, or dusting off a pair of binoculars for the first time in a while and you want some company as you learn about birding\, we’d be delighted to have you join us for our Beginners Bird Walk this Sunday\, March 9 at the American Canyon Wetlands Edge Park.  No reservations are necessary\, just plan to show up and enjoy being outdoors for a little while. All level and ages of birders are welcome!\nCan’t make this trip? Not a problem as we plan on holding more Beginners Bird Walks thru Spring.  These walks are open to birders of all levels and ages. It’s free\, it’s fun\, and loaner binoculars are on hand if you need them.  Napa Solano Audubon membership is not required.  If you have questions about this outing\, please e-mail Karina Garcia at kg92794@gmail.com.
URL:https://napasolanobirds.org/calendar/nsas-beginners-bird-walk-sunday-march-9th-at-american-canyon-wetlands/
LOCATION:American Canyon Wetlands\, 2 Eucalyptus Drive\, American Canyon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250223T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250223T120000
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SUMMARY:Beginners' Bird Walk Sunday Feb 23\,  9 - 12
DESCRIPTION:Whether you just want to give birdwatching a try or are a seasoned birder\, join us for our next Beginners Bird walk on Sunday\, February 23 at 9:00 a.m. No reservations are necessary. The event is free and open to the public.  Loaner binoculars are available to use. Strollers are welcome.\n\nMeeting time and location:  We will meet at 9 AM on Sunday\, February 23\, 2025\, at the parking lot for the Wetlands Edge Park\, which is located at 2 Eucalyptus Drive in American Canyon.  We expect that the walk will take between 2 – 3 hours and we should be finished by noon. Rain cancels.
URL:https://napasolanobirds.org/calendar/beginners-bird-walk-sunday-feb-23-9-12/
LOCATION:American Canyon Wetlands\, 2 Eucalyptus Drive\, American Canyon
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SUMMARY:NSAS Field Trip to Sacramento National Wildlife Refuges with Wendy Cole & Mark Stephenson - Saturday/Sunday February 22nd & 23rd
DESCRIPTION:Our next field trip will be to a number of our incredible National and State Wildlife Refuges that dot the Sacramento Valley. We will begin at Colusa NWR and then head onto the Sacramento NWR. (Our route may vary based on recent eBird checklists and a pre-trip exploration.) All of the Sanctuaries host a wide variety of Ducks and Geese. We should have excellent views of Cinnamon\, Green-winged and Blue-winged Teal\, Northern Shovelers\, American and Eurasian Wigeon\, Northern Pintails\, Canvasback\, Redhead\, Ring-necked and Ruddy Ducks as well as White- fronted\, Snow\, and Ross’s Geese. Along the way we should be able to locate flocks of Long-billed Curlews\, Dunlin\, Least and other migrating shorebirds\, as well as White-faced Ibis\, Sandhill Cranes and Tundra Swans. Raptors will also be on our agenda with Red-tailed\, Merlins\, Coopers\, Sharp-shinned and Bald Eagles expected along with possible Rough-legged Hawks and Short-eared Owls. Other passerines and rarities will also be on our radar.\nFor those wishing to make this a 2-day event we will stay over in the vicinity of Willows/ Williams and head onto the CA Fish & Wildlife Gray Lodge Sanctuary near Gridley on Sunday. There will be many flooded fields along the way where we hope to view Tundra Swans\, Ducks and Geese at close range. More details to follow.\nRegistration Details will be sent out in an eBlast later this month!
URL:https://napasolanobirds.org/calendar/sacramento-national-wildlife-refuges-with-wendy-cole-mark-stephenson-saturdady-sunday-february-22nd-23rd/
LOCATION:Sacramento Valley National Wildlife Refuges\, 2180 CA-20\, Colusa\, CA\, 95932\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250213T210000
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SUMMARY:NSAS Presents: Colombia Birding with John Sterling Thursday\, February 13th at 7:00 p.m. at the Benicia Public Library
DESCRIPTION:About the Program: Colombia is one of the top birding destinations with over 1\,900 species. John will give an overview of many of the top locations and rare and endemic birds from his recent tours.  From Caribbean coast to pacific rainforest lowlands to the three ranges of the Andes and valleys in between and the Orinoco lowlands bordering Venezuela\, he will illustrate the huge diversity with his photographs of fancy and exotic birds.\n\nAbout the Presenter: John has been a hard core birder in California since he was shown a Pileated Woodpecker in 5th grade camp in 1971.  He is a professional ornithologist and has worked for the Smithsonian Institution\, US Forest Service research stations\, HT Harvey & Associates\, Arizona and Oregon state universities among other organizations since 1981.  John has traveled extensively throughout California learning about local bird distribution and is an authority on that state’s avifauna. In 2015 he set the California’s new big year record with 501 species and has many big day records as well.  He has traveled internationally as a guide and ornithologist for many institutions including projects as a Smithsonian ornithologist to Mexico\, Ecuador\, Peru\, The Philippines\, Sumatra\, Canada and Russia. \n \n  \nAbout the Presenter: \n 
URL:https://napasolanobirds.org/calendar/nsas-presents-columbia-birding-with-john-sterling-thursday-february-13th-at-700-p-m-at-the-benicia-public-library/
LOCATION:Benicia Public Library\, 150 East L Street\, Benicia\, CA\, 94510
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250203
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SUMMARY:Winged Migration Festival Saturday & Sunday February 1st & 2nd Mare Island and Bay Area Birding Locations
DESCRIPTION:The event offers a lineup of bird walks\, hikes\, presentations and kids craft activities to inspire curiosity and appreciation for the incredible journey of migratory birds\, including a live raptor presentation and the chance to meet and learn about bats! We are hoping to inspire the next generation of Birders and Protectors of our Natural Environments.\nThe Winged Migration Festival will host numerous Field Trips\, Presentations\, Activities\, Art and Food.  \nPresentations\, Tabling and Food Venues will be located at Building 34 Nitz Ave. Mare Island\, Vallejo CA\nTo learn more\, and for a schedule of all events visit our Website at: Winged Migration Festival!
URL:https://napasolanobirds.org/calendar/winged-migration-festival-saturday-sunday-february-1st-2nd-mare-island-and-bay-area-birding-locations/
LOCATION:Mare Island\, 34 Nimitz Avenue\, Vallejo\, CA\, 94592
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250119
DTSTAMP:20260409T154910
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SUMMARY:Monthly Field Trip to American River Parkway\, Sacramento - Saturday\, January 18th
DESCRIPTION:Leader: Larry Kent \nDirections: William B. Pond Recreation Area is located along the American River Parkway in Carmichael.  Drive east on I-80 to Sacramento.  At West Sacramento continue driving on Highway 50 toward Sacramento/South Lake Tahoe. Drive through Sacramento and exit onto Watt Ave (exit 11).  Drive over the American River (do not turn onto American River Drive) and turn right onto Fair Oaks Blvd. Stay on Fair Oaks Blvd for approximately 2 ½ miles to Arden Way. Turn right onto Arden Way\, then drive to the end of Arden Way where you will enter William B. Pond Recreation Area. The meeting area will be along the park road.  There is a $7.00 entrance fee (this fee is good for all other parks along the American River Parkway for the day). \nWhat we will see: The area runs along the American River with oak woodlands\, riparian\, grasslands\, ponds and flowing water. We will be walking to and along the river on mostly flat ground. After birding the William B. Pond Recreation Area\, we will visit other areas along the parkway. Along the river we hope to see a variety of ducks and geese including Greater White-fronted and Canada Geese\, Gadwall\, Mallard\, American Wigeon\, Bufflehead\, Common Goldeneye\, and Common Merganser\, Spotted Sandpiper\, Killdeer\, Pied-billed Grebes Snowy & Great Egrets\, Great Blue Herons\, California\, Ring-billed and Herring Gulls. Woodland and riparian species may include  Acorn\, Nuttall’s\, Hairy\, Downy and Northern Flicker Woodpeckers\, Cooper’s and Sharp-shinned Hawks\, and a variety of passerines including Titmice\, Nuthatches\, Kinglets\, Hermit Thrush\, Bewick’s and Hose Wrens\, Fox\, Savannah\, Song\, Lincoln’s and White-throated Sparrows. \nCarpooling:  From Napa: Meet in the River Park Shopping Center to leave at 6:45 AM on the west side of Rite Aid Pharmacy (east side of where Sweeney’s Sport Shop was). \nFrom Cordelia: Meet in the parking lot of the Cordelia Fairfield Library parking lot\, 5050 Business Center Dr.\, Fairfield to leave at 7:00. \nWhat to Bring: Be prepared for cool/cold weather\, possible fog\, good walking shoes\, Lunch\, binoculars\, scope\, snacks\, water (or other beverage). \nRegistration: Registration forms will be sent out Saturday December 21\, 9:00 am\, so be sure to sign up to secure a spot. 15 participants. \nIf you need to cancel: Please notify Bruce Thomsen at least 48-hours in advance at (209) 728-4631 or brucethomsen@yahoo.com so that another person may take your spot.
URL:https://napasolanobirds.org/calendar/field-trip-to-american-river-parkway-sacramento/
LOCATION:American River Parkway\, William B. Pond Recreation Area\, Sacramento
CATEGORIES:Birding,Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250112T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250112T120000
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SUMMARY:Beginners' Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Is your resolution to start a new hobby\, meet friends\, or to get outside more? Join us for a beginners bird walk to learn about birding and a local habitat. No experience needed. Loaner binoculars are available to use.   Meet in the American Canyons Wetlands parking lot.   Strollers welcome!  RAIN CANCELS.
URL:https://napasolanobirds.org/calendar/beginners-bird-walk-3/
LOCATION:American Canyon Wetlands\, 2 Eucalyptus Drive\, American Canyon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250109T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250109T210000
DTSTAMP:20260409T154910
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SUMMARY:January Monthly Speaker Series: Badger Run Wildlife Rehab Center’s Mission: Caring for Injured Birds and Wildlife with Liz Burton - January 9\, 2025 7:00 p.m. - Napa Valley Lutheran Church
DESCRIPTION:About the Program: Liz will be sharing how she got started in Wildlife Rehabilitation\, her original vision for Badger Run Wildlife Rehab\, what happened along the way and where they are now. She will also give brief “case studies” of  their Educational Ambassadors from injured bird intake to today. She will be happy to answer any questions about Wildlife Rehab or Exotic Rescue and the conclusion of her talk. \nAbout the Presenter: Liz Burton is the Founder and Animal Care Manager of Badger Run Wildlife Rehab in Keno\, OR. She has been devoted to wildlife rehabilitation for almost 50 years\, ever since she was 16 when she discovered that most veterinarians won’t touch wildlife and how much injured creatures need advocates and caregivers. Liz holds a B.S. degree in Animal Ecology\, Behavior and Evolution; training which she uses to help keep the wildlife in Badger Run Wildlife Rehab’s care comfortable and in good health both physically and mentally. She is also active in exotic pet rescue and educating exotic owners in the proper selection\, husbandry and care of their animals.
URL:https://napasolanobirds.org/calendar/january-monthly-speaker-series-badger-run-wildlife-rehab-centers-mission-caring-for-injured-birds-and-wildlife-with-liz-burton-january-9-2025-700-p-m-napa-valley-lutheran-church/
LOCATION:Napa Valley Lutheran Church\, 1796 Elm St.\, Napa\, CA 94558\, 94558
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250102
DTSTAMP:20260409T154910
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SUMMARY:Angwin Christmas Bird Count - Wednesday\, January 1\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:The 52nd Angwin CBC – Wednesday\, January 1\, 2024.\nStart the New Year off with a blast by participating in the Angwin CBC! Birding opportunities are available throughout the count circle including the Napa Valley\, Pope Valley\, Lakes Berryessa\, Hennessey\, and Angwin. We have an excellent crew of experienced area leaders so everyone is encouraged to take part regardless of your ability level. The count is an important measure of local birdlife\, and has gained added importance as a tool to monitor changes in numbers and distribution of birds in the wildfire burn zone that impacted about forty percent of the count circle in 2020. Our compilation dinner will be held at the Carnegie Building located at 1360 Oak Ave. St. Helena\, CA 94574 at the corner of Oak Ave & Adams St. For details on how to participate contact Murray Berner at vireocity@hotmail.com . 
URL:https://napasolanobirds.org/calendar/angwin-christmas-bird-count-wednesday-january-1-2025/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241222T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241222T130000
DTSTAMP:20260409T154910
CREATED:20241114T185434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T010339Z
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SUMMARY:Christmas Bird Count 4 Kids - Connolly Ranch - Rescheduled to Sunday\, December 22\, 2024 from 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
DESCRIPTION:Children\, bring your parents and come join us to look for birds in Napa’s local Parks on Sunday\, December 22nd. The fun begins at 9:00 a.m. at Connolly Ranch. Participants will sign in\, review birding strategies\, have a binocular training\, and break into small teams. Teams will then travel with their parents by car to nearby parks throughout Napa. Participants will hike with their team leaders\, bird guide\, checklist\, and binoculars for 90 minutes of fun birding along a specific trail to record species and count birds. Children will experience the thrill of adding new birds to their list and keeping an accurate count of the birds they see. We will reconvene at Connolly Ranch at 12:00 Noon to share observations\, tabulate birds\, enjoy lunch\, and meet a special surprise guest! Please note: This event has been rescheduled due to heavy rains forecast for the original date.\nPreregistration is requested. Register at https://tinyurl.com/mv72t74ra  \nThis half-day CBC4Kids is modeled on the traditional CBC’s geared largely towards experienced birders\, but is a less rigorous citizen science adventure\, designed as a fun activity for kids aged 7-16. Parents and their youngsters will join experienced birding leaders in Celebrating Nature\, the Fun of Birding\, and the Value of Citizen Science.
URL:https://napasolanobirds.org/calendar/christmas-bird-count-4-kids-saturday-december-14-2024-from-900-a-m-100-p-m/
LOCATION:Connolly Ranch\, 3141 Browns Valley Road\, Napa\, CA\, 94558
CATEGORIES:Birding,Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241222T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241222T120000
DTSTAMP:20260409T154910
CREATED:20241118T200240Z
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SUMMARY:Beginners Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our next Beginners Bird walk on Sunday\, December 22 at 9:00 a.m. No reservations are necessary. The event is free and open to the public.  Loaner binoculars are available to use.\nMeeting time and location:  We will meet at 9 AM on Sunday\, December 22\, 2024\, at the parking lot for the Wetlands Edge Park\, which is located at 2 Eucalyptus Drive in American Canyon.  We expect that the walk will take between 2 – 3 hours and we should be finished by noon. Rain cancels.
URL:https://napasolanobirds.org/calendar/beginners-bird-walk/
LOCATION:American Canyon Wetlands\, 2 Eucalyptus Drive\, American Canyon
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241216
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241217
DTSTAMP:20260409T154910
CREATED:20241114T184732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241114T184732Z
UID:10000022-1734307200-1734393599@napasolanobirds.org
SUMMARY:Benicia Christmas Bird Count - Monday\, December 16\, 2024
DESCRIPTION:The 77th Benicia CBC – Monday\, December 16th\, 2024.\nThe Benicia Count was founded by Benician Emerson Stoner in 1930\, 94 years ago! This year we will be counting all the birds we can find in the Benicia CBC circle which includes the communities of Benicia\, East Vallejo\, Cordelia\, West Suisun City\, as well as parts of Grizzly Island and Grizzly Bay. If all goes well\, we’ll even send a boat out into the Benicia Straits! For the count we would like to have as many teams as possible and would encourage everyone to participate regardless of your level of birding expertise. Our teams will have experienced leaders to guide you and the more pairs of eyes that are on a team the more birds we will find. The routes we use for the count will have a range of hiking difficulty from flat paved surfaces to steeper hills and trails so let us know which type of surface might be best for you and we will match you to a count team that is suited for you. So\, if you can join us for a day\, or even half a day of birding\, join us on Dec. 16th for this year’s Christmas Bird Count adventure. At the end of the day\, we will be serving a hot meal at our compilation dinner where we will gather to discuss the birds we’ve seen and share the highlights of our day. Our dinner will be tentatively held at the Florence Douglas Senior Citizen Center located at 333 Amador St. Vallejo\, CA 94590. This year\, Robin Leong will be assisting Tom Slyker in organizing this fun event!  If you think you can participate in this year’s Benicia CBC please let Tom and/or Robin know.  Tom can be reached at SolanoBirder@gmail.com or 707-771-1918 and Robin’s email address is robin_leong@sonic.net. Hope to see you there! 
URL:https://napasolanobirds.org/calendar/benicia-christmas-bird-count-monday-december-16-2024/
CATEGORIES:Birding
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241215T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241215T083000
DTSTAMP:20260409T154910
CREATED:20241114T193841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241214T014520Z
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SUMMARY:Benicia Christmas Bird Pre-Count ** Changed Date to Sunday\, December 15 and Location\, Lynch Canyon Open Space Due to Rain and Rare Bird Sighting
DESCRIPTION:The trip has been changed to Sunday due to heavy rains forecast for Saturday and to Lynch Canyon in hopes of spotting the Thick-billed Kingbird that was located there last weekend! December’s Monthly Field Trip is our annual Benicia CBC Pre-Count with Tom Slyker & Robin Leong: Sunday\, December 15th\, 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 Noon: For those of you who enjoy birding areas close to home\, or who plan on participating in this year’s Benicia Christmas Bird Count and would like to get a head start\, this trip is for you! Robin and Tom will take you to Lynch Canyon\, one of the Benicia CBC’s favorite locations\, to look for exciting birds that have arrived in time for this year’s CBC that will be held the following Monday\, December 16th!
URL:https://napasolanobirds.org/calendar/benicia-christmas-bird-pre-count/
LOCATION:Lynch Canyon Open Space\, 3100 Lynch Rd\, Fairfield\, CA\, 94503\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241208T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241208T120000
DTSTAMP:20260409T154910
CREATED:20241118T200707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241203T001035Z
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SUMMARY:Beginners Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our next Beginners Bird walk on Sunday\, December 8 at 9:00 a.m. No reservations are necessary. The event is free and open to the public.  Loaner binoculars are available to use.\nMeeting time and location:  We will meet at 9 AM on Sunday\, December 8\, 2024\, at the parking lot for the Wetlands Edge Park\, which is located at 2 Eucalyptus Drive in American Canyon.  We expect that the walk will take between 2 – 3 hours and we should be finished by noon. Rain cancels.
URL:https://napasolanobirds.org/calendar/beginners-bird-walk-2/
LOCATION:American Canyon Wetlands\, 2 Eucalyptus Drive\, American Canyon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241124T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241124T120000
DTSTAMP:20260409T154910
CREATED:20241116T221957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241120T172528Z
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SUMMARY:Beginner Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:  \n9:00 am – 12:00 pm\nNSAS Beginners Bird Walk\, American Canyon Wetlands\, Sunday\, November 24\, 9 am – noon. Rain cancels.
URL:https://napasolanobirds.org/calendar/beginner-bird-walk/
LOCATION:American Canyon Wetlands\, 2 Eucalyptus Drive\, American Canyon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241114T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241114T210000
DTSTAMP:20260409T154910
CREATED:20240920T002829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240920T002829Z
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SUMMARY:NSAS Speaker Series Presents: The Raptor Advantage with Dr. Craig Farquhar
DESCRIPTION:About the Program: Learn about ‘the raptor advantage’ with this brief overview of what a ‘raptor’ really is; focusing on the main anatomical and physiological adaptations that are featured in these birds which are products of millions of years of evolution honing virtually every body part to a lifestyle that depends on being able to capture prey that would rather not be devoured. \nAbout the Presenter:  Dr. Craig Farquhar is a conservation biologist\, raptor ecologist\, and illustrator\, formerly with the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD)\, Austin\, TX (retired 2018)\, currently teaching Raptor Ecology and Ecology of Rarity at Texas State University\, San Marcos\, TX. He received a PhD in Raptor Ecology and Wildlife Biology at Texas A&M University\, College Station\, TX\, later a Frank M. Chapman postdoctoral fellowship in the Department of Ornithology at the American Museum of Natural History\, New York studying raptors in South America. He\, along with co-author\, Dr. Clint Boal published Raptors of Texas\, in 2022. \nNapa Solano Audubon is inviting you to our November 14th Speaker Series Zoom meeting.\nJoin Zoom Meeting Link: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/84893971391?pwd=abPaeUkzKnWbvV1fhn3vet6dP5bayQ.1 \nMeeting ID: 848 9397 1391\nPasscode: 871406 \nOne tap mobile\n+16699009128\,\,84893971391#\,\,\,\,*871406# US (San Jose)\n+16694449171\,\,84893971391#\,\,\,\,*871406# US \nFind your local number:https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kbNn5O3imI
URL:https://napasolanobirds.org/calendar/nsas-speaker-series-presents-the-raptor-advantage-with-dr-craig-farquhar/
LOCATION:Napa Valley Lutheran Church\, 1796 Elm St.\, Napa\, CA 94558\, 94558
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241101T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241101T170000
DTSTAMP:20260409T154910
CREATED:20241101T175413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241101T175413Z
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SUMMARY:NSAS Weekly Bird Walk with Andrew Ford\, Sat. 11/2/24\, Pena Adobe/Lagoon Valley Park
DESCRIPTION:This Saturday\, November 2\, we will travel to and explore Lagoon Valley Regional Park. There will be rainstorms in the evening but the weather is looking to be a bit cooler but very little rain during our day.\n\nOVERVIEW\nLagoon Valley consists of many hiking trails among the hills and canyons and groves of mixed conifers and deciduous trees. Many waterbirds are in the  filled reservoir and winter residents abound. The oaks are beginning to leaf-out\, and some of our summer residents are beginning to arrive in the area. White-Breasted Nuthatch\, Western Bluebird\, Green Heron\, Mallard\, Double-Crested Cormorant\, Red-Shouldered Hawk\, White-and Golden-Crowned Sparrow\, Great Blue Heron and Nuttall’s Woodpecker are guaranteed. Loggerhead Shrike\, Common Gallinule\, Lark Sparrow\, Great-Tailed Grackle\, Rufous-Crowned Sparrow\, Osprey\, Western Meadowlark\, Pileated Woodpecker\, Bald Eagle and Tricolored Blackbird have been reported in the past. A plethora of waterfowl are on the reservoir.  Swamp Sparrow is an unlikely but oft reported species here. Red-Necked Grebe and Trumpeter Swan is a rarity and reported. Neotropical cormorant was recently seen and we will definitely keep our eyes out.\n\n\nJust a note for walkers\, all birds in the above list were seen at one point and time. Birds will vary at location and though I mention the birds on this list\, we may see many and we may see none. This all varies on the day!\n\n\nWEATHER (PLEASE READ)\nThe weather is projected to be in the high 50s and overcast. It will be cool and possibly wet. There is rain predicted for the night before and a chance of small intermittent rain predicted for the full day. HEAVY RAIN WILL CANCEL. I WILL LET THE GROUP KNOW BY 0600 IF THE WALK WILL BE CANCELLED. Be sure to bring warm clothes; binoculars are a must. The trail is mostly paved.  Sturdy hiking boots or shoes should be worn as it could be muddy off the trails and in the grass. Please dress according to the weather and location.\n\n\nMISCELLANEOUS AND TRIP NOTES\n\nNOTE: Car-poolers will share driving expenses\, so bring some small bills if you plan to carpool. We also encourage a small donation for the trip leader to help offset costs. The park was enforcing parking fees\, so we will meet on the eastern side of the park on Butcher Road (38.343743\, -122.002880). Try to arrive early as the parking can be limited.\n\nBIRD WALK LOCATION:\nWhere: Lagoon Valley Regional Park; 4699 Pena Adobe Rd.\, Vacaville\, CA 95687 (Please meet on the Butcher Road side of the park at the provided coordinates (38.343743\, -122.002880). Please have $6 ready if we need to park inside the park. \n\nDate: 11/2/2024\nStart Time: 8:00am\nApproximate End: 12:00pm\n\n\nPlease find the link below for directions. Copy and paste to get directions. Link should work. I double checked it.\n\nhttps://goo.gl/maps/3CGY5ddb5Fch8Zmx8
URL:https://napasolanobirds.org/calendar/nsas-weekly-bird-walk-with-andrew-ford-sat-11-2-24-pena-adobe-lagoon-valley-park/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241027T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241027T120000
DTSTAMP:20260409T154910
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SUMMARY:NSAS Beginners Bird Walk\,  American Canyon Wetlands\, Sunday\, October 27\, 9:00 AM
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our next Beginners Bird walk at American Canyon Wetlands on Sunday\, October 27 at 9:00 a.m.! It is migration season and anyone who has joined our walks before knows that the wetlands are a great place to be during this exciting time! So\, if you are dipping a toe into birding\, or dusting off a pair of binoculars for the first time in a while and you want some company as you learn about birding\, we’d be delighted to have you join us for our Beginners Bird Walk this Sunday\, October 27 at 9:00 a.m. at the American Canyon Wetlands Edge Park.  No reservations are necessary\, just plan to show up and enjoy being outdoors for a little while. Can’t make this trip? Not a problem as we plan on holding more Beginners Bird Walks throughout the Fall and next Spring.  These walks are open to birders of all levels and ages. It’s free\, it’s fun\, and loaner binoculars are on hand if you need them.  Napa Solano Audubon membership is not required.  For more information see this activity on our calendar. If you have questions about this outing\, please e-mail Tom Slyker at solanobirder@gmail.com .
URL:https://napasolanobirds.org/calendar/nsas-beginners-bird-walk-american-canyon-wetlands-sunday-october-27-900-am/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241027T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241027T130000
DTSTAMP:20260409T154910
CREATED:20240920T004157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240928T155215Z
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SUMMARY:NSAS October Field Trip to Mangini Ranch Educational Preserve Sunday\, October 27th at 8:00 a.m.
DESCRIPTION:Save Mount Diablo’s Mangini Ranch Educational Preserve is over 200 acres situated between the Crystyl Ranch residential development in Concord and Lime Ridge Open Space in Walnut Creek. The preserve includes grassland\, stream canyons\, blue oak woodland\, chaparral\, and oak savannas. It’s home to rare species such as the northernmost stand of desert olive\, rare Hospital Canyon Larkspur\, and threatened Alameda Whipsnake. Deer\, Coyote\, Burrowing Owls\, Kestrels\, and lots of other wildlife live here too. The preserve’s high ridge line provides spectacular views of central Contra Costa County to Marin\, Sonoma\, and Solano counties. Save Mount Diablo’s free public Mangini Ranch Educational Preserve’s Mission is: “to afford opportunities for our community to connect with nature. By facilitating these experiences\, we can help address the serious issue of the modern disconnection from nature that currently threatens our perpetual land conservation mission.” \nSign-up/Register Here\nCar pool: Meet at Imola River Park Shopping center\, west of Rite Aid. Leaving at 7:00 am. \nDirections:\nHiker gate next to 5318 Crystyl Ranch Drive\, Concord\, CA 94521.\nFrom Ygnacio Valley Road\, turn onto Crystyl Ranch Drive and continue for about 1.5 miles\, to the hiker gate located on the south side of Crystyl Ranch Drive between Autumn Oak Circle and Rolling Woods Way. \nWatch for a Save Mount Diablo staff member or volunteer\, who will open the access gate and direct you onto the access road. A sign will also be out to help alert you. \nWhat to bring: Binoculars\, spotting scope\, good walking shoes and appropriate clothing for the weather\, LUNCH\, water\, and snacks. \nNew Registration Process: A Registration Form will be sent out to you on Saturday\, September 28th at 9:00 a.m. which is about a month before the Field Trip takes place. An eBlast Reminder will be sent out to you to confirm when the Registration Form will be emailed to you and when the Registration Period begins!
URL:https://napasolanobirds.org/calendar/nsas-october-field-trip-to-mangini-ranch-educational-preserve/
LOCATION:Mangini Ranch Educational Preserve\, 5318 Crystyl Ranch Drive\, Concord\, CA\, 94521
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241019T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241019T120000
DTSTAMP:20260409T154910
CREATED:20241018T011020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241018T203359Z
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SUMMARY:Weekly Bird Walk with Andrew Ford - Saturday\, October 19th at 8:00 a.m. - Huichica Wetlands
DESCRIPTION:This Saturday\, October 19th\, we will be checking out the wetlands of Huichica Creek since we should have some water\, waterfowl are returning and we SHOULD be right before the opener of the waterfowl season\, slated to start Oct 26. We will be looking for the waterfowl and shorebirds in the flooded ponds. OVERVIEW: The wetlands are a small part of the Napa-Sonoma Marshes Complex. This area is a hotspot for wintering waterfowl\, shorebirds and raptors. Many interesting birds have been reported in the area in the past. We are likely to find Northern Shoveler\, Double-Crested Cormorant\, White-Tailed Kite\, Northern Harrier\, Northern Pintail\, Ruddy Duck\, Greater and Lesser Scaup\, Green-Winged Teal\, American White Pelican\, Eared and Horned Grebe\, American Kestrel\, Black-Necked Stilt\, and American Avocet. Uncommon birds in the area include Bald Eagle\, Peregrine Falcon\, Merlin\, Short-Eared Owl\, Bonaparte’s Gull\, Dunlin and Osprey. Semipalmated Sandpiper and Eurasian Wigeon have been seen in the past. Just a note for walkers\, all birds in the above list were seen at one point and time. Birds will vary at location and though I mention the birds on this list\, we may see many or just a few. This all varies on the day! See Andrew’s eBlast or our Calendar for more details. \nDirections: Head South from Las Amigas Road on Buchli Station Road. We will meet in the parking lot that is located at the very end of Buchli Station Road. Head down Buchli Station Road and go past Bouchaine Winery and past Rancheria Vineyard Management facilities at which point Buchli Station Road becomes a dirt road. Continue on until the road takes a sharp right hand turn and soon thereafter a left hand turn crossing the Railroad Tracks to the small parking lot. We will meet in the parking lot at 8:00 a.m. \nGoogle Map
URL:https://napasolanobirds.org/calendar/weekly-bird-walk-with-andrew-ford-saturday-october-19th-at-800-a-m-huichica-wetlands/
LOCATION:Huichica Wetlands\, Buchli Station Rd. Napa\, CA\, Buchli Station Road\, Napa\, CA\, 94559
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241013T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241013T120000
DTSTAMP:20260409T154910
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SUMMARY:Beginner's Bird Walk - American Canyon Wetlands - Sunday\, October 13th 9:00 a.m.
DESCRIPTION:NSAS Beginners Bird Walk on Sunday\, October 13\n \nJoin us for our next Beginners Bird walk on Sunday\, October 13 at 9:00 a.m.! It is migration season and anyone who has joined our walks before knows that the wetlands are a great place to be during this exciting time!\n\nSo\, if you are dipping a toe into birding\, or dusting off a pair of binoculars for the first time in a while and you want some company as you learn about birding\, we’d be delighted to have you join us for our Beginners Bird Walk this Sunday\, October 13 at 9:00 a.m. at the American Canyon Wetlands Edge Park.  No reservations are necessary\, just plan to show up and enjoy being outdoors for a little while. Can’t make this trip? Not a problem as we plan on holding more Beginners Bird Walks throughout the Fall and next Spring.  These walks are open to birders of all levels and ages. It’s free\, it’s fun\, and loaner binoculars are on hand if you need them.  Napa Solano Audubon membership is not required.  If you have questions about this outing\, please e-mail Tom Slyker at solanobirder@gmail.com.\n\nWhat you might see: Last fall we were able to see Green Winged Teals by the hundreds\, a variety of shorebirds including American Avocets and Black Necked Stilts\, as well as a variety of raptors\, while always keeping our eyes peeled for the secretive Virginia Rails and Soras. If you check out the American Canyon Wetlands eBird hot spot athttps://ebird.org/hotspot/L590817 you’ll see the lists of birds that have been recently seen at this location. \n\nMeeting time and location:  We will meet at 9 AM on Sunday\, October 13\, 2024\, at the parking lot for the Wetlands Edge Park\, which is located at 2 Eucalyptus Drive in American Canyon.  We expect that the walk will take between 2 – 3 hours and we should be finished by noon. \n\nDirections: From Vallejo\, take Hwy 29 north towards Napa.  Turn left off of Hwy 29 onto Rio Del Mar.  There is a stop light at this location.  Immediately after turning onto Rio Del Mar\, turn right onto Eucalyptus Drive.  Continue west on Eucalyptus until you reach the parking lot.  From Napa\, drive south on Highway 29 till you reach Rio Del Mar.  Turn right onto Rio Del Mar and immediately turn right onto Eucalyptus Drive.  Continue west on Eucalyptus until you reach the parking lot.  From eastern Solano County take Hwy 80 to American Canyon Road.  Go west on American Canyon Road until it ends at Wetlands Edge Road.  Turn right on Wetlands Road and go north until you hit Eucalyptus Road.  Turn left on Eucalyptus Road and you will be at the Wetlands Edge Park parking lot.\n \nLeaders:  Tom Slyker\, Karina Garcia\, and Carol Boykin will be leading this walk.  Both Carol and Tom are citizen science volunteers who participate in the Napa Solano Audubon’s CA Birdseasons project at the wetlands location.  NSAS has been monitoring birds at this site every Monday morning since 2016.  This monitoring has provided the participants with a wealth of knowledge about the birds you might see at this location. \n \nWhat to bring:  Hats\, sunscreen\, and layers are a good idea as this location can be both sunny and windy.  We will be walking ~ 2 miles over paved trails so comfortable walking shoes will be needed.  Bring binoculars if you have them.  If not\, we will have extra binoculars for you to use.  We will also have spotting scopes on hand for better views of some of the more distant birds.  Water and snacks are items you should plan to carry with you. \n \nHealth & Safety: NSAS requests that all participants be vaccinated for Covid-19\, with updated boosters.  All participants will sign a Field Trip Waiver and Waiver of Liability.
URL:https://napasolanobirds.org/calendar/beginners-bird-walk-american-canyon-wetlands-sunday-october-13th-900-a-m/
LOCATION:American Canyon Wetlands\, 2 Eucalyptus Drive\, American Canyon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241010T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241010T210000
DTSTAMP:20260409T154910
CREATED:20240919T235909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240920T003013Z
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SUMMARY:NSAS Monthly Speaker Series Presents: A Bit about Bats from NorCal Bats with Corky Quirk
DESCRIPTION:About the Program: Bats play an important role in the ecosystem as major consumers of nocturnal insects. They have many adaptations to help them navigate the night sky\, from flight to echolocation. Meet the fastest mammal on earth\, the Mexican free-tailed bat and the new California State symbol\, the Pallid bat. In her presentation\, Corky will share her knowledge about California bats along with a close up and personal experience of live\, local\, native species of bats. This is a great presentation to come to in-person for close up views of Ms. Quirk’s live Bats! \nMary Jean (Corky) Quirk\, Founder NorCal Bats\nCorky Quirk is the founder of NorCal Bats\, an organization that provides care for injured bats and educational programs for libraries\, schools\, nature programs\, fairs and other community events throughout the region. Corky has been working intensely with native bats since 2004 and has educated thousands of people of the important role they play in our ecosystems. She works with injured and orphaned bats\, returning them to the wild and keeps a captive colony of non-releasable bats for use in education. Corky is the Director of www.norcalbats.org and is permitted through the CA Department of Fish and Wildlife and the USDA to support their conservation work with bats. Corky is an experienced environmental educator who got her start with Camp Fire Girls & Boys. She has an undergraduate degree in natural resource planning and interpretation from Humboldt State University. In addition to her work with bats\, she teaches three days a week at the Yolo Basin Foundation\, a wetland education program in the Sacramento Valley. \nLearn about these incredible\, flying mammals and their importance as insect control wonders. Inform others about how they can help protect this amazing animal! You can join her efforts to dispel any misconceptions others might have about these furry creatures\, and help save these highly valuable mammals through community education and rescue work. \nNapa Solano Audubon is inviting you to our October 10th Speaker Series Zoom meeting.\nZoom Meeting Link: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/84068798815?pwd=MNJzB6oi2k0iaxbM8lD89fRSxJgEDL.1 \nMeeting ID: 840 6879 8815\nPasscode: 981589 \nOne tap mobile\n+1-669-900-9128\,\,84068798815#\,\,\,\,*981589# US (San Jose)\n+16694449171\,\,84068798815#\,\,\,\,*981589# US \nFind your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/ktlImrS3m
URL:https://napasolanobirds.org/calendar/nsas-monthly-speaker-series-presents-a-bit-about-bats-from-norcal-bats-with-corky-quirk/
LOCATION:Benicia Public Library\, 150 East L Street\, Benicia\, CA\, 94510
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SUMMARY:Beginner's Bird Walk American Canyon Wetlands - Sunday\, September 29th 9:00 a.m.
DESCRIPTION:NSAS Beginner’s Bird Walk on Sunday\, September 29\n\nAfter a summer hiatus\, our Sunday Beginner’s Bird Walks have resumed!  This Sunday\, September 29 we will be making another visit to the Wetlands Edge Park in American Canyon.   It is now peak migration season which is an exciting time for birders.  We are starting to see a wide variety of dabbling ducks and a plethora of recently returned shorebirds.  We are also seeing the early arriving White-crowned and Gold-crowned Sparrows and are hoping to see some Yellow-rumped Warblers and maybe a Flicker or two as they should be arriving soon. It is the beginning of a very exciting time and anyone who has joined our walks before knows that the wetlands are a great place to be during migration!\nSo\, if you are dipping a toe into birding\, or dusting off a pair of binoculars for the first time in a while and you want some company as you learn about birding\, we’d be delighted to have you join us for our Beginner’s Bird Walk this Sunday\, September 29 at the American Canyon Wetlands Edge Park.  No reservations are necessary\, just plan to show up and enjoy being outdoors for a little while.\n\n\nCan’t make this trip? Not a problem as we plan on holding more Beginners Bird Walks throughout the Fall and next Spring.  These walks are open to birders of all levels and ages. It’s free\, it’s fun\, and loaner binoculars are on hand if you need them.  Napa Solano Audubon membership is not required.  If you have questions about this outing\, please e-mail Tom Slyker at solanobirder@gmail.com.\n\n\nWhat you might see: Last fall we were able to see Green Winged Teals by the hundreds\, a variety of shorebirds including American Avocets and Black Necked Stilts\, as well as a variety of raptors\, while always keeping our eyes peeled for the secretive Virginia Rails and Soras. If you check out the American Canyon Wetlands eBird hot spot at https://ebird.org/hotspot/L650670 you’ll see the checklists of birds that have been recently seen at this location.  Usually\, these checklists will document 50 – 60 species being seen during an outing at this time of year.\n\nMeeting time and location:  We will meet at 9 AM on Sunday\, September 29\, 2024\, at the parking lot for the Wetlands Edge Park\, which is located at 2 Eucalyptus Drive in American Canyon.  We expect that the walk will take between 2 – 3 hours and we should be finished by noon.\n\nDirections: From Vallejo\, take Hwy 29 north towards Napa.  Turn left off of Hwy 29 onto Rio Del Mar.  There is a stop light at this location.  Immediately after turning onto Rio Del Mar\, turn right onto Eucalyptus Drive.  Continue west on Eucalyptus until you reach the parking lot.  From Napa\, drive south on Highway 29 till you reach Rio Del Mar.  Turn right onto Rio Del Mar and immediately turn right onto Eucalyptus Drive.  Continue west on Eucalyptus until you reach the parking lot.  From eastern Solano County take Hwy 80 to American Canyon Road.  Go west on American Canyon Road until it ends at Wetlands Edge Road.  Turn right on Wetlands Road and go north until you hit Eucalyptus Road.  Turn left on Eucalyptus Road and you will be at the Wetlands Edge Park parking lot.\n \nLeaders:  Tom Slyker\, Karina Garcia\, and Carol Boykin will be leading this walk.  Both Carol and Tom are citizen science volunteers who participate in the Napa Solano Audubon’s CA Birdseasons project at the wetlands location.  NSAS has been monitoring birds at this site every Monday morning since 2016.  This monitoring has provided the participants with a wealth of knowledge about the birds you might see at this location.\n \nWhat to bring:  Hats\, sunscreen\, and layers are a good idea as this location can be both sunny and windy.  We will be walking ~ 2 miles over paved trails so comfortable walking shoes will be needed.  Bring binoculars if you have them.  If not\, we will have extra binoculars for you to use.  We will also have spotting scopes on hand for better views of some of the more distant birds.  Water and snacks are items you should plan to carry with you.\n \nHealth & Safety: NSAS requests that all participants be vaccinated for Covid-19\, with updated boosters.  All participants will sign a Field Trip Waiver and Waiver of Liability.
URL:https://napasolanobirds.org/calendar/beginners-bird-walk-american-canyon-wetlands-sunday-september-29th-900-a-m/
LOCATION:American Canyon Wetlands\, 2 Eucalyptus Drive\, American Canyon
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SUMMARY:Weekly Bird Walk with Andrew Ford to Skyline Wilderness Park Sunday\, September 29th at 8:00 a.m.
DESCRIPTION:This SUNDAY\, September 29\, 2024 we will explore Skyline Wilderness Park. \nOVERVIEW \nSkyline is a rocky\, mostly well used trail system which runs through the hills just outside of Napa through where the old state hospital used to reside. Traveling through the oak woodlands and mixed deciduous forest\, we will look for some chaparral loving  and wintering birds. Blue-Gray Gnatcatcher\, Lesser Goldfinch\, Western Bluebird\, Hermit Thrush\, California Quail\, Oak Titmouse\, White-Breasted Nuthatch\, Nuttall’s Woodpecker\, White- and Golden-Crowned Sparrow and Steller’s Jay and a variety of songbirds and raptors are likely to be found. White-Throated Sparrow\, Lewis’s Woodpecker\, Merlin\, Northern Pygmy-Owl\, Pileated Woodpecker and Wood Duck are possible within the park. \nJust a note for walkers\, all birds in the above list were seen at one point and time. Birds will vary at location and though I mention the birds on this list\, we may see many and we may see none. This all varies on the day! \nWEATHER\nThe weather is projected to be in the 50’s in the morning and  in the Low 80s toward the afternoon with overcast conditions. Light jackets\, sweatshirts\, water are recommended;  Binoculars are a must. The trails have consistent inclines with one steep section heading up the hill\, but the trails are well marked and easy to walk on. Mosquitos are always looming in the grass and air\, so please bring bug spray. Please wear comfortable\, yet sturdy hiking boots or shoes. Please dress according to the weather and location. \nMISCELLANEOUS NOTES\nPlease meet at the Visitor Parking area just after the gate. There is a $6 fee to enter the park. \nBIRD WALK LOCATION:\nWhere: Skyline Wilderness Park\, 2201 Imola Ave.\, Napa\, CA 94559 (There is a parking fee for the day of $6) \nDate: 09/29/2024\n \nStart Time: 8:00am \nApproximate End: 12:00pm \nPlease find the link below for directions. Copy and paste to get directions. \nhttps://goo.gl/maps/yNqQc4Z2rZm5D8Dy9
URL:https://napasolanobirds.org/calendar/weekly-bird-walk-with-andrew-ford-to-skyline-wilderness-park-sunday-september-29th-at-800-a-m/
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