Ohlone Audubon Society

Hayward Shoreline Interpretive Center 5K/10K On The Bay (7:30 AM - 12:30 PM)
10K on the Bay

Saturday, Sept. 4, 7:30am

Run or walk along the Bay Trail and enjoy breathtaking views of the San Francisco Bay-Estuary. Participate in a 10K or 5K run/walk. Proceeds from this event help to maintain and enhance the educational programs, exhibits, and facilities of the Hayward Shoreline Interpretive Center. The center is located at 4901 Breakwater Avenue in Hayward. 510-670-7270. www.10KontheBay.org

September Membership Meeting: Birding The Top Of Central America -- Belize And Panama (7:30 PM - 10:30 PM)
Date: September 7 Time: 7:30 p. m.
Place: Carlton Plaza of Fremont,
3800 Walnut Avenue (94538)

Topic: Birding the Top and Bottom of Central America: Birds and Wildlife of Belize and Panama

Presenter: Bob Lewis

In 2009 Bob Lewis took three trips to Central America -- one to Belize in the north -- and two to Panama in the south. In this Central American photo tour, North American birders will see a few old friends, like Vermilion Flycatcher; some unfamiliar members of familiar families, like Rufous-tailed and Snowy-bellied Hummingbirds; and members of a variety of unfamiliar families - toucans, puffbirds, antwrens, woodcreepers, trogons - and more. We'll look at a number of these bird families with a special focus on hummingbirds (which provide unique photographic challenges). And we'll wander a bit further afield to examine some other types of wildlife that can be found in this part of the
world.

To reach Carlton Plaza of Fremont, take I-880 to the Mowry Ave off-ramp, then Mowry east (inland) to Fremont Blvd. Turn right on Fremont Blvd, then left on Walnut. Carlton Plaza is on Walnut between Fremont Blvd and Paseo Padre Pkwy. —MLT

Hayward Shoreline Interpretive Stilts And Strollers Walking Club (10:00 AM - 11:30 AM)
Stilts and Strollers Walking Club

Tuesdays, Sept. 14-Oct. 12, 10:00am-11:30am

Bring your baby or toddler and their stroller for a morning hike along the Bay Trail at the Hayward Shoreline Interpretive Center. During this five-week course, we'll explore nature using all of our senses. Parents and caregivers get a chance to take a walk at a comfortable pace at several sites with a naturalist guide. $90. The center is located at 4901 Breakwater Avenue in Hayward. 510-670-7270.

Alameda South Shore (9:30 AM - 12:30 PM)
September 16, Thur., 9:30 am, Alameda South Shore, Leader: Jerry Steenhoven (510/881-1233)
This area usually provides good views of shorebirds as they arrive from northern breeding grounds. Meet at the Elsie Roemer Bird Sanctuary viewing platform where Broadway meets Shore Line Drive. From Hayward or San Leandro take Davis Street to Doolittle Drive. Go right on Doolittle to the bridge to Alameda where the street becomes Otis Drive. Turn left at Broadway and find parking near the shoreline. Bring lunch, binoculars and scopes. This is planned as a half-day trip. Nearest restroom at beginning of trip is at Robert Crown Memorial State Beach. There are restrooms at the end of the trip at Martin Luther King Regional Shoreline.

Hayward Shoreline Interpretive Center Freshwater Marsh Birding (9:00 AM - 12:00 PM)
Freshwater Marsh Birding

Saturday, Sept. 18, 9:00am-12:00pm

It's that shift in the seasons again where many of our summer residents leave and the winter populations arrive. We'll explore this fun time of year in our fresh water marshes at the Hayward Shoreline Interpretive Center and look for the straggler terns that have yet to leave, and search for the new arrivals that might still be in breeding plumage like the Black-bellied Plover. For ages 12 and up. Free. The center is located at 4901 Breakwater Avenue in Hayward. 510-670-7270.

Hayward Shoreline Interpretive Center Create Your Own Native Garden (10:00 AM - 11:30 AM)
Create your own Native Garden

Saturdays, Sept. 18-Oct. 9, 10:00am-11:30am

Fall is a great time for planting in California. Start a new native plant garden while exploring why it is important to maintain our native environment. During this four-week course at the Hayward Shoreline Interpretive Center, observe the growth of seedlings and take some home for your garden. For adults only. $32. The center is located at 4901 Breakwater Avenue in Hayward. 510-670-7270.

Vaux's Swifts In Healdsburg (1:00 PM - 8:00 PM)

September 18, Sat., 1:00 PM – sunset, Vaux's Swifts in Healdsburg, Stephanie Floyd This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Join us to see the spectacle of thousands of migrating Vaux's Swifts entering a single chimney at Rio Lindo Academy in Healdsburg at sunset! Join a carpool at the Castro Valley Park 'n Ride to leave promptly at 1:00. Our first stop will be Shollenberger Park in Petaluma where we'll stretch our legs on an easy 2-mile walk while enjoying excellent wetlands birding. Then we'll continue north to Healdsburg for a bring-your-own picnic dinner by the river at Veterans Memorial Beach Park ($6 fee per car payable at machine). A short drive up the hill will have us at Rio Lindo Academy shortly after 6:00. Sunset is at 7:15. The sky will be swirling with birds and then poof! Into the chimney they'll go. Healdsburg is about 90 miles from Castro Valley. You are welcome to join us at any stop along our route. The field trip ends after the Vaux's swifts have entered the chimney. Lodging is available in Healdsburg if you prefer to spend the night. Information on Vaux's Swift migration and viewing the swifts at Rio Lindo Academy may be found in the "Bird Notes" article from Madrone Audubon at: http://audubon.sonoma.net/newsletter/v40n1/v40n1.html#anchor4307

Directions to Castro Valley Park 'n Ride: From I-880 north or south, take I-238 towards Castro Valley/Stockton and continue onto I-580 heading east. Exit at Grove Way. Turn right on Grove, then take the first right onto Center St. The lot will be on your right. From I-580 heading west, take the Castro Valley exit and turn left at E. Castro Valley Blvd. Turn left at Center St. The lot will be on your left.

Hayward Shoreline Interpretive Center Shoreline Trash Talkers (11:00 AM - 1:00 PM)
Shoreline Trash Talkers

Sunday, Sept. 19, 11:00am-1:00pm

Learn about the litter problems facing the Hayward Shoreline Interpretive Center marshes. Then head out on the trail to have a positive impact on this beautiful ecosystem by removing litter. Ages 3 and up. Free. The center is located at 4901 Breakwater Avenue in Hayward. 510-670-7270.

Hayward Shoreline Interpretive Stilts And Strollers Walking Club (10:00 AM - 11:30 AM)
Stilts and Strollers Walking Club

Tuesdays, Sept. 14-Oct. 12, 10:00am-11:30am

Bring your baby or toddler and their stroller for a morning hike along the Bay Trail at the Hayward Shoreline Interpretive Center. During this five-week course, we'll explore nature using all of our senses. Parents and caregivers get a chance to take a walk at a comfortable pace at several sites with a naturalist guide. $90. The center is located at 4901 Breakwater Avenue in Hayward. 510-670-7270.

Coyote Hills Regional Park (8:30 AM - 11:30 AM)

September 22, Wed., 8:30 – 11:30, Coyote Hills Regional Park, Leaders: Rich Nicholson and Stephanie Floyd This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Walk a few miles on paved and dirt trails and boardwalks to look for passerines, shorebirds, waterfowl, and raptors, some passing through, some arriving for the winter, some resident. Last year at this time we saw 70 species, including four rare Pectoral Sandpipers. Scopes are helpful. Beginners welcome. Restrooms are available. Meet at the Quarry staging area, first parking lot on the left after entering the park. To reach the park from I-880, take SR-84 west towards the Dumbarton Bridge. Exit at Paseo Padre Parkway (last exit before the bridge), turn right on Paseo Padre and go about a mile. Turn left on Patterson Ranch Road to enter the park. $5 parking fee payable at machine; free to EB Regional Park annual passholders.

Hayward Shoreline Interpretive Center Coastal Clean-up Day (8:30 AM - 12:30 PM)
International Coastal Clean Up Day

Saturday, Sept. 25, 8:30am-12:00pm

Coinciding with the end of the summer beach season, Coastal Cleanup Day is a great way for families, students and service groups to work together and care for our fragile marine environment at the Hayward Shoreline Interpretive Center. It is also a fun way to show community support for our shared natural resources and learn about the impacts of marine debris and how we can prevent them. Dress in layers and wear sunscreen. We will supply gloves and bags for trash pickup and nonnative plant removal. The center is located at 4901 Breakwater Avenue in Hayward. For more information call 1-800 COAST-4U.

Hayward Shoreline Interpretive Center Create Your Own Native Garden (10:00 AM - 11:30 AM)
Create your own Native Garden

Saturdays, Sept. 18-Oct. 9, 10:00am-11:30am

Fall is a great time for planting in California. Start a new native plant garden while exploring why it is important to maintain our native environment. During this four-week course at the Hayward Shoreline Interpretive Center, observe the growth of seedlings and take some home for your garden. For adults only. $32. The center is located at 4901 Breakwater Avenue in Hayward. 510-670-7270.

Monterey Bay Pelagic Birding Weekend (4:00 PM)

September 25-26, 2010

Terry Colborn is organizing a weekend birding trip to the Monterey Bay area, September 25-26, 2010, for Mt. Diablo, Ohlone and Yolo Audubon chapters. The weekend will feature a pelagic trip on Saturday with Monterey Seabirding (www.montereyseabirding.com), and land birding on Sunday. Monterey Seabirding uses a local skipper with over 30 year's experience. Leaders include Roger Wolfe, Don Roberson, Dan Singer and Steve Bailey. All four are seasoned, life-long birders, and have exceptional knowledge of the status and distribution of California birds.

This two-day trip is planned to coincide with the peak of fall migration. Over the years, the Monterey Bay/Carmel area has produced some excellent vagrants and a nice array of migrants in late September. Areas to be visited on Sunday may include Carmel River State Beach, Pt. Pinos, Salinas River State WMA, Moss Landing, Moonglow Dairy and Elkhorn Slough. Specific locations will be determined prior to the weekend, and will be based upon up-to-date information on rare bird sightings, weather conditions, tides, etc.

The pelagic trip is limited to a maximum of 25 participants. The cost is only $75.00 per person. Sign-ups will be taken on a first-come, first-served-basis. Make your check payable to Terry Colborn and mail to: 1714 Magnolia Place, Davis, CA 95618. Include each participant's full name, address, cell phone number and email. Your payment in full is your reservation. Your space will be confirmed upon receipt of your check. In the event the boat trip is cancelled by Monterey Seabirding, due to weather conditions, etc., participants will receive a full refund. Meeting details and accommodations information will be sent to all participants well in advance of the weekend. For questions, contact Terry at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , or by phone: 530.758.0689.

Monterey Bay Pelagic Birding Weekend (4:00 PM)

September 25-26, 2010

Terry Colborn is organizing a weekend birding trip to the Monterey Bay area, September 25-26, 2010, for Mt. Diablo, Ohlone and Yolo Audubon chapters. The weekend will feature a pelagic trip on Saturday with Monterey Seabirding (www.montereyseabirding.com), and land birding on Sunday. Monterey Seabirding uses a local skipper with over 30 year's experience. Leaders include Roger Wolfe, Don Roberson, Dan Singer and Steve Bailey. All four are seasoned, life-long birders, and have exceptional knowledge of the status and distribution of California birds.

This two-day trip is planned to coincide with the peak of fall migration. Over the years, the Monterey Bay/Carmel area has produced some excellent vagrants and a nice array of migrants in late September. Areas to be visited on Sunday may include Carmel River State Beach, Pt. Pinos, Salinas River State WMA, Moss Landing, Moonglow Dairy and Elkhorn Slough. Specific locations will be determined prior to the weekend, and will be based upon up-to-date information on rare bird sightings, weather conditions, tides, etc.

The pelagic trip is limited to a maximum of 25 participants. The cost is only $75.00 per person. Sign-ups will be taken on a first-come, first-served-basis. Make your check payable to Terry Colborn and mail to: 1714 Magnolia Place, Davis, CA 95618. Include each participant's full name, address, cell phone number and email. Your payment in full is your reservation. Your space will be confirmed upon receipt of your check. In the event the boat trip is cancelled by Monterey Seabirding, due to weather conditions, etc., participants will receive a full refund. Meeting details and accommodations information will be sent to all participants well in advance of the weekend. For questions, contact Terry at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , or by phone: 530.758.0689.

Hayward Shoreline Interpretive Center Leopard Shark Feeding Frenzy (2:00 PM - 3:00 PM)
Leopard Shark Feeding Frenzy

Sunday, Sept. 26, 2:00pm-3:00pm

Assist the Hayward Shoreline Interpretive Center staff during the daily feeding of our shark tank. Learn about the surfperch, lined shore crabs, anemones and barnacles that inhabit the tank along with our resident leopard sharks. New animals are added all the time! All ages. Free. The center is located at 4901 Breakwater Avenue in Hayward. 510-670-7270.

Monterey Bay Pelagic Birding Weekend (4:00 PM)

September 25-26, 2010

Terry Colborn is organizing a weekend birding trip to the Monterey Bay area, September 25-26, 2010, for Mt. Diablo, Ohlone and Yolo Audubon chapters. The weekend will feature a pelagic trip on Saturday with Monterey Seabirding (www.montereyseabirding.com), and land birding on Sunday. Monterey Seabirding uses a local skipper with over 30 year's experience. Leaders include Roger Wolfe, Don Roberson, Dan Singer and Steve Bailey. All four are seasoned, life-long birders, and have exceptional knowledge of the status and distribution of California birds.

This two-day trip is planned to coincide with the peak of fall migration. Over the years, the Monterey Bay/Carmel area has produced some excellent vagrants and a nice array of migrants in late September. Areas to be visited on Sunday may include Carmel River State Beach, Pt. Pinos, Salinas River State WMA, Moss Landing, Moonglow Dairy and Elkhorn Slough. Specific locations will be determined prior to the weekend, and will be based upon up-to-date information on rare bird sightings, weather conditions, tides, etc.

The pelagic trip is limited to a maximum of 25 participants. The cost is only $75.00 per person. Sign-ups will be taken on a first-come, first-served-basis. Make your check payable to Terry Colborn and mail to: 1714 Magnolia Place, Davis, CA 95618. Include each participant's full name, address, cell phone number and email. Your payment in full is your reservation. Your space will be confirmed upon receipt of your check. In the event the boat trip is cancelled by Monterey Seabirding, due to weather conditions, etc., participants will receive a full refund. Meeting details and accommodations information will be sent to all participants well in advance of the weekend. For questions, contact Terry at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , or by phone: 530.758.0689.

Hayward Shoreline Interpretive Stilts And Strollers Walking Club (10:00 AM - 11:30 AM)
Stilts and Strollers Walking Club

Tuesdays, Sept. 14-Oct. 12, 10:00am-11:30am

Bring your baby or toddler and their stroller for a morning hike along the Bay Trail at the Hayward Shoreline Interpretive Center. During this five-week course, we'll explore nature using all of our senses. Parents and caregivers get a chance to take a walk at a comfortable pace at several sites with a naturalist guide. $90. The center is located at 4901 Breakwater Avenue in Hayward. 510-670-7270.

Hayward Shoreline Interpretive Center Kids For The Birds (10:30 AM - 11:30 AM)
Kids for the Birds

Wednesdays, Sept. 29-Oct. 13, 10:30am-11:30am

Ever wonder why ducks don't wear jackets? Or what eating like a bird really means? Join us for three weeks of bird exploration at the Hayward Shoreline Interpretive Center as we experiment indoors and then take a short walk to watch birds. Look at feathers, bird beaks and bird feet and make a few treasures to take home. For 3 to 5 year olds. $22. The center is located at 4901 Breakwater Avenue in Hayward. 510-670-7270.