Ohlone Audubon Society

Elsie Roemer Bird Sanctuary
2025-07-26 12:30 - 14:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Elsie Roemer Bird Sanctuary, Alameda, CA, 94501
San Francisco Bay is one of the most important areas for migrating shorebirds on the west coast of North America. When the tide is just right, Elsie Roemer Bird Sanctuary can provide excellent views of these migrating shorebirds, and in July, most will still be in full breeding plumage. Meet at the Elsie Roemer viewing platform where Broadway meets Shore Line Drive. Bring a scope if you have one. All are welcome, no RSVP required.
Directions: From Hayward or San Leandro, take I-880 to Davis Street exit west then turn right on Doolittle Drive to the bridge to Alameda, where the street becomes Otis Drive. Turn left at Broadway, drive southwest to Shore Line Drive, and park along the street.

Hayward Shoreline - Grant Ave
2025-08-09 09:30 - 12:00
Leaders: Kathy Robertson and Rich Nicholson
Meet at the Grant Avenue staging area in San Lorenzo for a walk along the canal to the shoreline and south to reach Oro Loma Marsh. We expect to see shorebirds such as Red Knots, Short-Billed Dowitchers, Ruddy Turnstones, and Black-Bellied Plovers as well as gulls and terns and maybea resident Osprey.
Directions: From I-880 north take the Hesperian Blvd exit. Make a sharp left onto Hesperian and a right on Grant Avenue. Continue west on Grant to the parking lot near the end of the road.

Autonomously-Monitoring Birdboxes: An Eco Innovate Initiative!
2025-09-02 19:30 - 21:30
Eco Innovate is a youth-founded nonprofit combining technology and sustainability. Starting in early 2024 with their founding project, Birdboxers, the organization innovated a system to revolutionize the field ofnestboxmonitoring. They utilize technology to power autonomous remote-monitoring systems which remove the manual aspects of nestbox monitoring for ornithology and climate change research.They have installed 15 Birdboxesat local gardens and parks in the Bay Area, and have received over 40,000 data points from these installations. Founding members of Eco Innovate are Pooja Verma, Sophie Le, Lisa Sun, Sai Sri Lashya Gillella and, Harshitha Loganathan.

Membership Appreciation Picnic
2025-09-14 11:00
Ohlone Audubon Society Invites You to
The Sara Matthews & Helen Sowers
MEMBERSHIP APPRECIATION PICNIC
Date: Sunday, September 14th, 2025
Schedule: Field Trip with Bob Toleno at 11:00, Lunch at Noon (RSVP required), Presentations at 1:00
Location: 3 Calhoun Sisters’ Ranch, 12461 Mines Road, Livermore
Presenters:

History of 3 Calhoun Sisters’ Ranch – Nancy Mueller
Bluebird Boxes at 3 Calhoun Sisters’ Ranch – Irv Tiessen
Audubon California Conservation Ranching Program Staff

This picnic is to show appreciation to members for their support.
You and your family are invited to a catered (no charge) luncheon.
Please RSVP to Pat Gordon – pa****@*ol.com
Directions: From 580 East take exit 52B North Livermore Avenue. Turn right on Livermore Ave. and head south. Take Livermore Ave. all the way to the very end where it takes a left and becomes Tesla Road. At the flrst stoplight, turn right onto Mines Road. Once you are on Mines Road you will drive about five miles and come to a Y. Just before the Y there is a sign that shows you can turn left towards San Jose, or go straight up the hill to Lake Del Valle. You will turn left there to continue driving on Mines Road. Continue on Mines Road for about another 4 miles. Watch for the 8.7 mile marker. The gate for the ranch is on the right just past that mileage marker.
Location: 3 Calhoun Sisters’ Ranch, 12461 Mines Road, Livermore

Rodeo Lagoon & Hawk Hill
2025-10-07 08:00 - 13:00
Tuesday, October 7, 2025 8am – 1pm
Leader: Bob Toleno bo*@****no.com
Join us in the Marin Headlands for fall migration. We’ll start the morning at Rodeo Lagoon, birding the willows, mostly looking for passerine migrants and rarities. At around 11am, as the day warms up, we’ll drive the short distance to Hawk Hill to spend some time scouring the sky for migrating raptors.
Overlooking the Golden Gate Bridge, Hawk Hill sits near the southernmost end of the Marin County peninsula. Late September is the peak of raptor migration, and because they prefer not to fly over water, the peninsula acts as a “funnel” to concentrate them over this point. 17 different species have been documented migrating over Hawk Hill, including some not usually seen near the coast, like Swainson’s, Ferruginous, and Broad-winged Hawks, and even the occasional Prairie Falcon. Bring water, sunscreen, and a scope if you have one. We’ll watch the raptors fly out over the Golden Gate. Many of the birds will be distant, but leaders will help teach you how to ID raptors by shape.
Directions: Take the Richmond Bridge to Hwy 101 south, then exit on Alexander Rd (exit 442). Make a left on Bunker Rd, go through the tunnel, drive 2 miles, then make a left on Field Rd, where you’ll immediately see a parking lot. Make sure not to park in the 30-minute limit spaces.

River Gates: From Alaska to Tierra del Fuego: Audubon’s Conservation Impact across the Pacific Flyway
2025-10-07 19:30
Presenter: River Gates, Pacific Shorebird Conservation Coordinator, National Audubon Society, Latin America and the Caribbean and Alaska Programs
Title/Description: From Alaska to Tierra del Fuego: Audubon’s Conservation Impact across the Pacific Flyway
River will discuss the migratory connectivity of waterbirds along the Pacific Flyway, emphasizing the critical role of coastal estuaries and interior wetlands in Alaska and California’s Sacramento and San Joaquin Valleys. She will also highlight Audubon’s conservation initiatives across the Flyway that are making lasting impacts on the protection and restoration of migratory bird habitats.
Presenter Bio: River Gates joined Audubon in 2017 and has more than 20 years of experience in leading international shorebird conservation and research projects in the Pacific and East Asian-Australasian Flyways. She earned her M.S. in wildlife conservation from the University of Alaska Fairbanks in 2011, studying the breeding and migration ecology of Dunlin. River co-created the Pacific Americas Shorebird Conservation Strategy and serves as the coordinator for the partnership. She advises shorebird conservation programs more broadly through her service on the following executive councils: U.S. Shorebird Conservation Partnership, Western Hemisphere Shorebird Reserve Network’s Hemispheric Council, and Western Hemisphere Shorebird Group.

Location Via Zoom

Migratory Marvels at Coyote Hills Regional Park
2025-10-10 07:30 - 10:00
Migratory Marvels at Coyote Hills Regional Park – Visitor Center, Fremont.
Friday, October 10, 2025 7:30 – 10:00 am
Leaders: David “Doc Quack” Riensche & Maggie Clark fi********@***********on.org
RSVP: ma***********@***il.com
The trip will be canceled if inclement weather is forecast (i.e., high heat, high wind, and rain)
Fall is one of the best times to bird Coyote Hills. Winter sparrows and raptors are back and migrating shorebirds and songbirds will still be passing through. Depending on water levels, plenty of winter ducks should be on hand. 60 species are possible when conditions are good! Come help us find them. Rain cancels. $5 parking fee payable at kiosk, free to East Bay Parks annual pass holders.
Directions: To reach the park from I-880, take SR-84 towards the Dumbarton Bridge. Exit at Paseo Padre Parkway, turn right on Paseo Padre and go about one mile. Turn left on Patterson Ranch Rd. Meet at the Visitors’ Center at the end of the road.

Big Break Regional Shoreline
2025-10-26 09:00 - 12:00
Big Break Regional Shoreline
Sunday, October 26, 2025 9am – noon
Leader: Bill Hoppes
Big Break Regional Shoreline has an excellent mix of habitats. First off, it has one of East Bay Regional Park District’s Visitors Centers as well as an excellent 3-D model of the SF Bay and Delta. We will first visit the fishing platform that has excellent views of the “Big Break” and the Carquinez Strait. After that, we will follow trails that edge willow runs, grasslands and sloughs. Birding is always good here and we have good chances to see anything from Sandhill Cranes to White-faced Ibis to our own White-tailed Kite. Bring a spotting scope, if you have one.
Directions: Take I-880 north to CA-24 east to I-680 north to CA-242 north to CA-4 east to CA-160 toward Sacramento. After half a mile, exit on Main St and make a right, then make a left on Big Break Rd.

Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area
2025-11-01 08:00 - 10:30
Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area
Saturday, November 1, 2025 8:00-10:30 am
Leader: David “Doc Quack” Riensche
RSVP dr*******@*****ks.org
The trip will be canceled if inclement weather is forecasted (i.e., high heat, high wind, and rain)
Join “Doc Quack” for some “fowl fun” in the shadow of California’s Capital city, where over 100,000 waterfowl annually winter! The Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area is an Important Bird Area, supporting globally significant numbers of waterfowl, continentally significant numbers of Least Sandpipers and Northern Pintails, and nationally significant numbers of American White Pelican, Canvasback and Dunlin. More than 200 bird species have been recorded here, so bring your scope!
Meet at the Auto Tour Route, packed gravel lot at the end of East Chiles Road
Directions: To reach the Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area, located approximately 6 miles east of the cities of Davis and 2 miles west of Sacramento, use Interstate 80 and take the East Chiles Road exit. At East Chiles Road (also known as Road 32B) turn left and travel roughly 0.2 miles (east) to the packed gravel access road and follow it up to the top of the levee berm. Here you will make a left turn through the gate and follow the road into the Wildlife Area. The Auto Tour Route is at the end of East Chiles Road.

Penguin Quest - Birding in the Southern Ocean
2025-11-04 19:30 - 22:30
Ohlone Audubon Society member Harvey Trop will share the results of a long term, personal project to observe and photograph all the penguin species on the planet, along with the diverse environments they call home. He will also show some photos of the other birds that call the Southern Ocean home.

Bio: After a long career developing manufacturing and testing technology for fiber-optic based telecommunication hardware, Harvey retired in early 2020. Since then, he has focused his time on travel and his interest in wildlife photography.

Location Zoom
Click here to register for the Zoom meeting

Vargas Plateau
2025-11-12 08:30 - 11:30
Vargas Plateau
Wednesday, November 12, 8:30 – 11:30 am
Leader: Vicki Robinson
Join us as we explore this East Bay park. Vargas Plateau rises from the bay plain to an elevation of 1,000 feet, overlooking Niles Canyon, Fremont, Union City, Newark and the San Francisco Bay. A prime location for birdwatching, especially raptors, we will look for Golden Eagles and hawks such as Red-tailed and Cooper’s, along with owls, turkeys, and grassland birds, like Horned Lark and American Pipit.
Directions: From I-680 in Fremont, exit at Vargas Road and go north. Drive about 1.6 miles to Morrison Canyon Road and turn right. The staging area is about 0.4 miles up on the left. Carpooling is recommended as the staging area parking is limited and there is no street parking in the area.

Skywest Golf Course
2025-11-17 09:00 - 11:30
Monday, November 17, 9am – 11:30am
Leaders: Kathy Robertson & Bob Toleno
bo*@****no.com

This former golf course sits on the eastern edge of Hayward Regional Shoreline, in between San Lorenzo and Hayward. Long thought by many to be off limits, it was only relatively recently discovered by birders. We’ll walk on the old golf cart paths around the course, looking for songbirds, woodpeckers, raptors, and waterfowl in the old ponds.

Directions: From I-880 take the A St exit heading west. Turn right on Hesperian Blvd, then almost immediately turn left onto Golf Course Rd. Park in the lot at Kennedy Park.

Pacific Commons Linear Park
2025-11-30 08:20 - 12:00 | Pacific Commons Linear Park, Nobel Dr, Fremont, CA, 94538, United States
Sunday, November 30, 8:30am – noon
Leaders: Rich Nicholson & Bob Dunn
rs****@***oo.com

Fremont’s Pacific Commons Linear Park is a productive winter birding site. The ponds are excellent for many waterfowl species. Waders such as American Bittern inhabit the pond edges and wetlands. The fields are productive for wintering sparrows. We have a good chance at seeing interesting raptors such as Ferruginous Hawk and Golden Eagle. Snow, Ross’s and Cackling Geese
often visit this time of year. Bring a scope if you have one. Heavy rain cancels.

Directions: To reach the park, exit I-880 in Fremont at Auto Mall Parkway. Go west on Auto Mall Parkway for a mile to a small pull-off area on the left at an entrance sign, and park along the road. No facilities at Pacific Commons, but you pass a Starbucks on the north side of Auto Mall Parkway on your way to the park.

Elsie Roemer Bird Sanctuary
2025-12-05 09:00 - 12:00 | Elsie Roemer Bird Sanctuary, Alameda, CA, 94501
Friday, December 5, 9am – noon
Leaders: Kathy Robertson & Karen Kramer
ka*******@*ol.com

San Francisco Bay is one of the most important areas for wintering shorebirds on the west coast of North America. Elsie Roemer Bird Sanctuary usually provides good views of shorebirds on their wintering grounds. Meet at the Elsie Roemer viewing platform where Broadway meets Shore Line Drive.

Directions: From Hayward or San Leandro, take I-880 to Davis Street exit west and go to Doolittle Drive. Turn right on Doolittle to the bridge to Alameda, where the street becomes Otis Drive. Turn left at Broadway, drive southwest to Shore Line Drive, and park along the street. Bring lunch, binoculars and scopes. This is planned as a 3-hour trip. We’ll end at Crab Cove Visitor Center where facilities are available.

Coyote Hills Regional Park
2025-12-10 08:30 - 12:00 | Coyote Hills Regional Park, 8000 Patterson Ranch Rd, Fremond, CA, 94555, United States
Wednesday, December 10, 8:30am – noon
Leaders: Rich Nicholson & Bob Dunn
rs****@***oo.com

No Name Trail leads us out about a mile into the heart of San Francisco Bay where thousands of birds using the Pacific Flyway stop off to rest and refuel. Good numbers of birds and sometimes rarities can be seen here. The trail is flat and well worth the walk, but it turns to sticky clay in the rain. Restrooms are available. Rain cancels. Meet at the Quarry staging area, first parking lot on the left after you enter the park. $5 parking fee, free to annual EBRP pass holders.

Directions: To reach the park from I-880 take SR-84 towards the Dumbarton Bridge. Exit at Paseo Padre Parkway, turn right on Paseo Padre and go about one mile. Turn left on Patterson Pass Rd. to enter the park.

Garin Regional Park
2025-12-11 08:30 - 11:00 | Garin Regional Park, 1320 Garin Ave, , Hayward, CA, 94544, United States
Thursday, December 11, 8:30am – 11am
Leader: Bob Toleno bo*@****no.com

Garin Regional Park in late fall can be especially beautiful. Come get a little preview of the Christmas Bird Count that will be held here a few days later. We’ll take a short, relatively flat walk to Jordan Pond and back, looking for wintering sparrows, warblers, woodpeckers, thrushes, and other species. Be prepared for cold. Heavy rain cancels. All are welcome, and pre-registration is not required.

Directions: From I-880, take the Industrial Pkwy exit and head east. Make a right on Mission Blvd. then an immediate left on Garin Ave. Follow Garin Ave uphill until you reach the park. If the kiosk is staffed, there may be a $5 fee for parking (free for EBRPD pass holders). Meet in the parking lot near the bridge.

Cranes and other Charismatic Critters: Cosumnes River Preserve, Woodbridge Ecological Reserve
2025-12-27
Cranes and other Charismatic Critters: Cosumnes River Preserve, Woodbridge Ecological Reserve, and more
Saturday, December 27, 1:30pm to sunset
Leader: David “Doc Quack” Riensche
RSVP: Use form to RSVP
Each fall Sandhill Cranes return to the Central Valley where they feed, socialize, and rest in the fields and then fly to roost overnight in wetlands. Tundra Swans, Cackling Geese, Snow and Ross’s Geese, rafts of winter ducks, and other waterfowl and raptors are commonly seen. During this season more than 200 species of birds may be observed! We’ll bird the boardwalk at Cosumnes River Preserve and drive by the Desmond Road ponds, check out Staten Island, and make our way to Woodbridge Ecological Reserve for sunset fly-in (~ 4:53pm). The field trip ends at Woodbridge where you can easily get back on I-5 for the drive home. Wear layers and bring snacks and water. Cosumnes River Preserve is about 70 miles from Livermore. The trip will be canceled if inclement weather is forecast.
Directions: Take I-580 east to I-205 east to I-5. Take I- 5 north to the Twin Cities Road exit. Go east on Twin Cities Road about 1 mile and turn right on Franklin Blvd. Continue about a mile or so to the visitor center (facilities available). Look for the group in the parking lot or on the boardwalk.
Note: CDFW requires you to carry a Lands Pass at Woodbridge. For general information on Lands Passes:
https://www.wildlife.ca.gov/licensing/lands-pass
To purchase a Lands Pass to print at home:
https://www.ca.wildlifelicense.com/InternetSales/

Arrowhead and New Marsh - Martin Luther King Regional Shoreline
2026-01-03 09:00 - 11:30 | Arrowhead and New Marsh – Martin Luther King Regional Shoreline, 7250 Doolittle Dr., Oakland, CA, 94621
Saturday, January 2, 9am – 11:30am
Leaders: David “Doc Quack” Riensche & Maggie Clark
A 8.4 high tide will hit Arrowhead Marsh creating an opportunity to see Ridgway’s Rails, Virginia Rails, and Soras. Wintering ducks and shorebirds will be plentiful., We will use “Doc Quack’s” special access code to visit the New Marsh and “peep at” the newly finished “Shorebird Sanctuary” island. Dress in layers . The area is completely paved. This is a wheelchair-accessible field trip. The trip will be canceled if inclement weather is forecast.

RSVP: ma***********@***il.com or Use the “Register” button above
Directions: From I-880, go west on Hegenberger towards the airport and turn right on Pardee. Make a left at Swan and turn right into the entrance to Martin Luther King Regional Shoreline. Follow the entrance road all the way to the end. On the way to the parking lot, drive slowly and keep an eye out for Burrowing Owls on the berms to the right.

Update on Condor Recovery Program and Introducing "Ohlone"!
2026-01-06 19:30 - 21:30 | Zoom
By Joe Burnett and Kelly Sorenson, Ventana Wildlife Society
Join us for a very special evening with Joe Burnett and Kelly Sorenson from the Ventana Wildlife Society who will give a brief update on condor recovery and status in the wild, as well as a special presentation on a wild-raised chick, named “Ohlone” in honor of the Indigenous Peoples of California. “Ohlone” was raised in a wild nest in central California and has a very special story. Through the generosity of our members, Ohlone Audubon has adopted this wild fledged chick in memory of Phil Gordon.
Joe Burnett, Sr. Wildlife Biologist, CA Condor Recovery Program Manager, first began working with Ventana Wildlife Society in May 1993 as a Field Assistant for VWS’ Bald Eagle Restoration Program in Big Sur, CA. In 1996, Joe became Field Supervisor for VWS’ Condor Restoration Program and coordinated the first seven releases of condors in central California, six in Big Sur and one at Pinnacles National Monument. Joe left VWS in 2003 to start up Oregon Zoo’s Captive Breeding Program for condors. His experiences with captive condors vastly broadened his knowledge base of the species. In 2005, Joe returned to VWS to coordinate the release effort once again. Joe received a bachelor’s degree in Wildlife and Fisheries, focusing on birds, from West Virginia University in 1994. He began his field studies of birds as an undergraduate in 1992 and now has over 25 years experience working with a variety of bird species. He is currently a two-term Monterey County Fish and Game Commissioner.
Kelly J. Sorenson, Executive Director, is a wildlife conservationist and “jack of all trades,” blending science, storytelling, and leadership to protect California’s endangered birds. For more than three decades, he has led major recovery efforts for the California Condor and Bald Eagle, helping reestablish wild populations across Central California. Sorenson has co-authored scientific studies on wildlife recovery and lead poisoning, produced award-winning documentaries such as Giants of Big Sur and Condor Canyon, and secured the funding and partnerships that power long-term conservation. He also serves as a managing director for the California Central Coast Joint Venture. With a background in wildlife management and public administration, Sorenson continues to bridge research, film, and community engagement to advance conservation throughout the West.

North Livermore/Springtown
2026-01-31 09:00 - 12:00 | North Livermore/Springtown, 2010 Bluebell Dr, Livermore, California, 94551
Contact Kathy Robertson & Karen Kramer ka*******@*ol.com

Saturday, January 31, 9:00am – noon
Leaders: Kathy Robertson & Karen Kramer ka*******@*ol.com
We will walk along the Arroyo, where we can expect wading birds such as stilts and egrets, ducks, including Cinnamon Teal, and many wintering and resident songbirds. Rails and snipe are possible. The open fields are productive for raptors – Golden Eagle has been seen here. Wide, level trails make walking easy. Bring your scope if you have one. Heavy rain cancels.
Directions: Take I-580 east to Exit 54 for First Street/Springtown Blvd; turn left onto First Street, which becomes Springtown Blvd. Turn right (east) on Bluebell Dr. and continue about a mile and a half to Marlin A. Pound Neighborhood Park. We will meet at the bridge crossing the Arroyo. Park on either side of the street. No restrooms are on our route, so you may wish to make a pit stop before arriving at the meeting point.

Owling in Garin Regional Park
2026-02-02 17:30 - 19:00, 2026-02-03 17:30 - 19:00, 2026-02-04 17:30 - 19:00, 2026-02-05 17:30 - 19:00, 2026-02-06 17:30 - 19:00
Contact bo*@****no.com

February 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6, 5:30pm – 7pm
Leader: Bob Toleno RSVP required: bo*@****no.com (or use the registration form)
Though highly sought after, owls are often the most difficult birds for us to see, for the obvious reason that most are typically only out after dark. On this trip, we’ll take a short walk (less than a mile over mostly flat ground) into Garin Regional Park with the primary goal of finding Western Screech-Owls, and getting a flashlight on them so all participants can get a look. February is when they’re starting their nesting cycle, so they should be active and vocal as soon as it gets dark. We will likely also hear Great Horned and American Barn Owls. These trips will be limited to only eight participants per outing.
You must RSVP to bo*@****no.com and specify which date you would like to go. Try to have a back-up date in mind, also, in case the date you choose is already full. The meeting location and directions will be provided via email before the trip. If all trips fill up, there will be a waiting list. Any rain or wind at all will cancel an outing, though I will do my best to reschedule cancelled trips, if possible.

Location Owling in Garin Regional Park
5 different trips – RSVP required

Bats of Northern California with Mary Jean "Corky" Quirk
2026-02-03 19:30 - 21:30 | Zoom
Join us for an engaging educational presentation on the Bats of Northern California. Discover the remarkable adaptations of these flying mammals, what they eat, and the vital roles they play in both natural ecosystems and agriculture. We’ll also explore the challenges bats face today. As a special feature, the presentation will include a rare opportunity to see live bats up close.
Zoom link for Meeting

Shadow Cliffs
2026-02-08 09:00 - 12:00 | Shadow Cliffs, 2500 Stanley Boulevard, Pleasanton, CA, 94566, United States
Contact Kathy Robertson & Karen Kramer ka*******@*ol.com

Sunday, February 8, 9:00am – noon
Leaders: Kathy Robertson & Karen Kramer ka*******@*ol.com
Join us at Shadow Cliffs Regional Recreation Area to explore the lake, levees, and marsh for wintering waterfowl, Common Gallinules, egrets, herons, and grebes. Osprey are found around the lake and ponds, while the trees hold woodpeckers and nuthatches. Notable sightings in past years included Bald Eagle, Golden Eagle, Great-tailed Grackle, California Thrasher, Common Loon, Common and Hooded Merganser, Wilson’s Snipe and Peregrine Falcon. Wide, level trails make walking fairly easy except for one short, steep uphill section to get onto the levee. Scopes are helpful.
Directions: From I-580 eastbound, take the Santa Rita Road exit, keep right and follow signs for Downtown to merge onto Santa Rita Road. Turn left on Valley Avenue and left on Stanley Boulevard. Turn right into the park. Meet in the first parking lot by the swimming beach. $6 parking fee

Flirtation of the Fowl Kind – Waterbird Regional Preserve
2026-02-12 08:00 - 10:30 | Waterbird Regional Preserve, 851 Waterbird Way, Martinez, CA, 94553, United States
Contact dr*******@*****ks.org

Thursday, February 12, 8:00 –10:30am
Leader: David “Doc Quack” Riensche
RSVP: dr*******@*****ks.org
The trip will be canceled if inclement weather is forecast (i.e., high heat, high wind, and rain)
With a wiggle of their tail or a bob of their head, waterfowl send their valentines suggestive messages! Come join us for a pair bonding adventure into the wonderful world of duck dating. The blending of habitat conditions at Waterbird Regional Preserve makes it possible to record nearly 175 bird species seasonally.
Directions: From I-680 north in Concord, about two miles before the Benicia-Martinez Bridge, take the Waterfront Road exit toward Marina Vista Road, turn right onto Waterfront Road and make a right turn onto Waterbird Way. Birding is best during the early morning hours when the sun will be at your back.

American Canyon Wetlands
2026-02-21 08:30 - 12:00 | Americn Canyon Wetlands, 2 Eucalyptus Dr, American Canyon, CA, 94503, United States
Saturday, February 21, 8:30am – noon
Leaders: Kathy Robertson & Bob Dunn
ka*******@*ol.com
The low-lying flood plains found in American Canyon include mudflats, tidal and seasonal wetlands, former salt ponds, riparian corridors, and marshes. The wetlands are home to many species of birds, both residents and winter visitors. This is a hotspot for wintering waterfowl, shorebirds, and raptors.
Directions: From I-80, north of Vallejo, take the Hwy 37 exit, westbound. After approx. 2 miles, take Hwy 29 northbound, towards Napa. Follow Hwy 29 for about 1.5 miles, then turn left on West American Canyon Rd. Follow this road until it dead-ends at Wetlands Edge Dr., then turn right. At Eucalyptus Dr., turn left and enter the parking lot on your left. Bring a lunch if you’d like. There are picnic tables at the parking area.

We Put the Venture in Adventure: Across the Central Coast with Magpies, Martins, and Hummingbirds
2026-03-03 19:30 - 21:30 | https://ohloneaudubon.org/event/we-put-the-venture-in-adventure-across-the-central-coast-with-magpies-martins-and-hummingbirds/
By Gregor Yanega, PhD, Conservation Project Manager at the California Central Coast Joint Venture, American Bird Conservancy
Dr. Yanega will talk about the role that the California Central Coast Joint Venture and the American Bird Conservancy plays in connecting landscapes, people/ partners, and birds in a common cause. He will also talk about active projects that are underway focusing on Yellowbilled Magpie oak Savanna habitats, statewide surveys of martins, and Allen’s hummingbird coastal riparian habitat.
Gregor Yanega is the Conservation Project Manager at the California Central Coast Joint Venture of the American Bird Conservancy. He grew up in the forested cloudscapes of the Pacific Northwest, the lands of the S’Puyalupubsh (Puyallup) peoples. Beginning with an avid interest in natural history and ornithology, it was a small step forward to embark on a career in conservation biology and land stewardship. He works to support the diversity and beauty of the central coast by finding enduring and sustainable ways to help birds and humans thrive together. His initial work was in support of the ABC’s Marbled Murrelet Recovery efforts. Gregor is also an accomplished writer with an extensive collection of publications spanning peer reviewed literature to children’s books.
