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SUMMARY:COLOMBIA: South America’s Birding Mecca
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: Benny Jacobs-Schwartz \nDescription: Explore the birdiest country on Earth! Discover Colombia’s five regions\, the power of the Andes\, and why this nation hosts nearly 2\,000 bird species and over 80 endemics. A vibrant journey through extraordinary habitats and unforgettable birds. \nBio: Benny Isaac Jacobs-Schwartz owns and operates a bird-guiding business and lifestyle brand called BIRDS by BIJS (pronounced Bee-jus). Working professionally for over 15 years as a naturalist guide\, expedition trip leader\, and international bird guide\, Benny has worked in a variety of locations coast to coast\, including exotic places such as Alaska\, Central America\, the Colombian Andes\, and the Ecuadorian Amazon. Benny is a passionate educator and photographer\, specializing in birds! Benny uses his ample collection of nature-based content to leverage an active social media presence. BIJS uses his passion for the natural world to inspire others to put down their phone and pick up their binos.
URL:https://ohloneaudubon.org/event/colombia-south-americas-birding-mecca/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Membership Meetings,Past Membership Meetings
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SUMMARY:Alameda Song Sparrow Habitat Use of Salt Pond Restoration Sites in South San Francisco Bay
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: Brad Speno\nDescription: In the San Francisco Bay\, several large restoration projects are returning salt ponds to tidal salt marsh. The Alameda song sparrow (Melospiza melodia pusillula)\, a California species of special concern\, uses both restored and historic marshes\, but their use of restored salt ponds is not well understood. Brad Speno assessed Alameda song sparrow abundance and breeding presence with respect to salt pond restoration age and percent cover\, and height of native and non-native plants. He conducted bird count surveys and botanical surveys at seven study sites\, then mist-netted and banded birds at four study sites to detect breeding birds. Brad will discuss the results of his research and share recommendations for future restoration management projects.\n\nBio: Brad Speno is a wildlife biologist based in San Jose. He earned an undergraduate degree in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology from the University of Colorado\, and he worked for various Department of Interior agencies and consulting companies prior to completing a Master’s of Science degree at San Jose State University. He volunteers with the San Francisco Bay Bird Observatory\, who assisted in his research\, and he currently works for LSA Environmental Consultants.
URL:https://ohloneaudubon.org/event/alameda-song-sparrow-habitat-use-of-salt-pond-restoration-sites-in-south-san-francisco-bay/
CATEGORIES:Membership Meetings
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SUMMARY:Annual Potluck Picnic Installation of Officers
DESCRIPTION: Bird Walk: 4PM   •  Setup: 5PM  •  Dinner: 6PM  \nLocation: Lake Chabot Regional Park\, Group picnic area near restrooms\, 17600 Lake Chabot Road\, Castro Valley  \nOur annual meeting dinner will take place outdoors with a potluck picnic\, (in-person!) with us flocking together at Lake Chabot Regional Park in Castro Valley. Time to catch up with fellow members about birds\, happenings\, or life\, over delicious food. We will also be installing our new Board of Directors for FY 2026-27.  \nCome early—Kathy Robertson will lead a bird walk beforehand. Please bring your own table service\, utensils\, and a dish to share (about 10 to 12 servings) \nLast names: A-G: entrée\, vegetable or side dish; H-O: dessert; P-Z: salad.  \nBeverages will be supplied\, courtesy of OAS. (Visitors are requested to refrain from alcoholic beverages in the park).  \nDirections: In Castro Valley on I-580 westbound\, take the Strobridge Avenue exit. Turn right on Strobridge\, right on Castro Valley Blvd. and left on Lake Chabot Road. The Lake Chabot Marina is about two miles ahead on the right. In Castro Valley on I-580 eastbound\, exit at Redwood Rd and go left\, go left at Castro Valley Boulevard\, right at Lake Chabot Rd\, and follow the directions above. From I-580 in San Leandro\, exit at Fairmont Drive and go east (uphill). The marina entrance will be to the left at the bottom of the hill. (Parking fee/EBRPD pass)  \nNO MEETINGS IN JULY OR AUGUST\nPLEASE CONSIDER AN ELECTRONIC KITE CALL!  \nWe are urging members to switch over to an electronically issued Kite Call (but you don’t have to! ) The benefits are a cost savings to our chapter\, in both printing costs and postage. Other benefits include getting it quicker and it is much more colorful!!! See all of these beautiful photos in color! Also\, note that links are live! 
URL:https://ohloneaudubon.org/event/annual-potluck-picnic-installation-of-officers-2/
LOCATION:Lake Chabot Regional Park\, 17600 Lake Chabot Road\, Castro Valley \, CA\, 94546
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