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SUMMARY:NSAS Monthly Field Trip to Monterey & Big Sur
DESCRIPTION:Where: 8:00 AM (location will be announced after registration)\nLeaders: Mark Stephenson/Bruce Thomsen\nThis Field Trip will be Limited to 15 NSAS Members\nTentative Trip Itinerary (Stay tuned as the Trip Itinerary may change) \nFriday’s Schedule: we will venture to Big Sur and specifically to Andrew Molera State Park. Andrew Molera is a haven for migratory birds along the Big Sur River and shorebirds along the beach. \nSaturday’s Schedule: we will visit several areas around the Monterey Peninsula: Jacks Peak Park (woodland)\, Frog Pond (wetlands)\, Garland Ranch (riparian along the Carmel River)\, Carmel River Beach (riparian along the Carmel River\, sandy beach)\, Asilomar (sandy beach\, sand dunes)\, Pt. Pinos (rocky shoreline\, oceanic)\, Laguna Grandę Regional Park. \nSunday’s Schedule: As ewe work our way towards home\, we will stop at Salinas River National Wildlife Refuge\, Moonglow Dairy\, Moss Landing and North Jetty Rd. \nConditions: In Andrew Molera we could walk as much as 3-4 miles\, almost all of it being fairly flat trails.There will be some walking on sandy beaches\, with possibly somewhat unstable rocky tidal areas. We may be able to cross the Big Sur River at the mouth which would entail getting wet so be prepared to bring some water footwear \nCarpooling: For those wishing to carpool\, the list of participants will be sent out for contact.  If you do not wish to have you contact information sent to participants\, please let me know upon registration. \nWhat to bring: Binoculars\, spotting scope (if you have one)\, lunch for two days. Please check for weather regarding clothing. \nClick on this link to register for the Monterey/Big Sur Field Trip:
URL:https://napasolanobirds.org/calendar/nsas-monthly-field-trip-to-monterey-big-sur/
LOCATION:Andrew Molera State Park\, 45500 CA-1\, Big Sur\, CA\, 93920\, United States
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SUMMARY:Beginners Bird Walk at American Canyon Wetlands - 9 AM
DESCRIPTION:Beginner bird walks are fun ways to explore birding or sharpen your skills. The group meets at 9:00 AM at the American Canyon Wetlands parking lot and follows a path along the water. You can expect to see both local and migratory birds. Binoculars are available to borrow.   Heavy rain cancels. Free and open to the public. Families are welcome. 
URL:https://napasolanobirds.org/calendar/beginners-bird-walk-at-american-canyon-wetlands-9-am/2025-10-05/
LOCATION:American Canyon Wetlands\, 2 Eucalyptus Drive\, American Canyon
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SUMMARY:NSAS October Speaker Series Presents:  California's Purple Martin - Status and Conservation with Dan Ariola - Oct. 9th at 7:00 p.m.
DESCRIPTION:Biologist and ornithologist Dan Ariola will discuss the unique life history of this largest North American swallow\,\ndifferences between the eastern and western subspecies\, current threats they face. He’ll present an overview of the status and conservation issues facing the species in California. He will also provide preliminary results of the 2025 statewide Purple Martin breeding population survey.  \nAbout the Presentation: The well-documented and drastic decline in the Purple Martin nesting population in Sacramento has contributed to concerns about the species’ status throughout California. The species has been recognized as a state Species of Special Concern for nearly 50 years.  Dan Airola is co-leading a comprehensive statewide Purple Martin status assessment 2025. Dan will discuss the unique life history of this largest North American swallow\, differences between the eastern and western subspecies\, current threats they face. He’ll present an overview of the status and conservation issues facing the species in California.  He will also provide preliminary results of the 2025 statewide Purple Martin breeding population survey \nAbout the Presenter: Dan Airola is a Sacramento Wildlife Biologist and Ornithologist who has worked for over 45 years in research and conservation of at-risk species birds in Northern California. Dan has conducted research and a conservation program for the Sacramento Purple Martin population for over 30 years.  He also has conducted several status assessments of the species in California and is co-leading the 2025 statewide status. Dan also has also led studies in Northern California for the Tricolored Blackbird\, Yellow-billed Magpie\, Osprey\, Bald Eagle\, Swainson’s Hawk\, Turkey Vulture\, fire-adapted forest species\, migrant songbirds\, and diving ducks.  Dan also serves the Central Valley Bird Club as a Director\, Conservation Chair\, and editor of the journal Central Valley Birds and is a Conservation Committee member for Sacramento Audubon \nJoin us on Thursday\, October 9 at the Benicia Public Library\, 150 East L Street\, Benicia\, at 7:00 PM.  The event is free and open to the public.  \nZoom Link:\nNapa Solano Audubon is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.\nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/85949396580?pwd=cc9FOreOzt79XekB700j9PfpwIyLB5.1 \nMeeting ID: 859 4939 6580\nPasscode: 965323
URL:https://napasolanobirds.org/calendar/speaker-series-californias-purple-martin-status-and-conservation/
LOCATION:Benicia Public Library\, 150 East L Street\, Benicia\, CA\, 94510
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SUMMARY:Beginners Bird Walk at American Canyon Wetlands - 9 AM
DESCRIPTION:Beginner bird walks are fun ways to explore birding or sharpen your skills. The group meets at 9:00 AM at the American Canyon Wetlands parking lot and follows a path along the water. You can expect to see both local and migratory birds. Binoculars are available to borrow.   Heavy rain cancels. Free and open to the public. Families are welcome. 
URL:https://napasolanobirds.org/calendar/beginners-bird-walk-at-american-canyon-wetlands-9-am-2/
LOCATION:American Canyon Wetlands\, 2 Eucalyptus Drive\, American Canyon
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