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Thursday October 9 Rescheduled to November 6th
Central Park, San Mateo (9:00 - 10:00)

A morning outing for those with limited time or mobility. This is a terrific opportunity if you've not been to Central Park. This 16.5 acre park was the first in San Mateo! The hour- long walk will introduce you to some year-round residents and SMCBA's Cavity Nesters Recovery Program.

Directions: Meet in front of the Japanese Tea Garden.

Leaders:  Doug Brown and Ed Ching    Register

Friday October 10
Filoli: Estate Trail, Woodside (9:30 - 12:00)

This is a 2-2.5 mile moderate walk. Habitats include mixed oak, redwood, madrone woodlands, riparian corridor, and historic horse pastures.

Directions: From Hwy 280, exit at Edgewood Rd and head west. At the T intersection, turn right onto Canada Rd. In 1/2 mile, turn left into the property. Admission fee.

Leader:  Kimberlie Moutoux    Register

Saturday October 11
Oyster Point Bay Marina/Park, South San Francisco (8:30 - 10:30)

Join us for a new field trip at this 33 acre bayside park offering many shore birds and terns, as well as some sparrows. There is little elevation and this roughly 2 mile walk will start at the marina park, then we will head towards the canal and turn back to the start. Easily accessible through mass transportation.

Directions: Meet at ferry building.

Leaders: Max Hollenback and Doug Brown    Register

Sunday, October 12
Big Sit, Pescadero Marsh, Pescadero (8:00 - 2:00)

The Big Sit is an event in which birders detect as many species as possible from within a circle of 17.5 foot diameter. All species detected within the circle will be added to our list. Anyone, of any skill level, can participate. You can be a part of the bird-watching team, helping to accumulate a high team species total for the day. You can also pledge a certain amount per species seen. For example, if you pledge $1.00 per species, and the team identifies sixty species over the course of the day, your pledge will total $60.00. Third, you can help collect pledges towards the event's total. You can do any combination of these three activities, too, even all three of them! Enthusiastic participation is encouraged: let's help the birds we love!

Directions: Meet in the Central Pescadero State Beach parking lot off Hwy 1 1/4 mile north of Pescadero Creek Rd.

Leader: Nelle Lyons    Register

Friday, October 17
Wilder Ranch, Santa Cruz (8:30 - 1:00)

We'll take the Old Cove Landing Trail, which is mostly flat and loops out 2.5 miles to ocean views through a variety of habitats. State Parks Pass or $10 fee (Check out a Parks Pass at your local library.)

Directions: Wilder Ranch SP is located west of SR 1, north of Santa Cruz, 1842 Coast Road.

Leader:  Nelle Lyons    Register

Sunday October 19
Bedwell Bayfront Park, Menlo Park (10:00 - 12:00)

Beginner and family-friendly bird walk on fairly level trails exploring the upland and wetland areas of the park. Fall migration will be in full swing with raptors, egrets, and LBBs (little brown birds) being seen. Loaner binoculars available.

Directions: Meet in the car park near the restrooms.

Leader:  J.R. Blair    Register

Friday October 24
Filoli: Spring Creek Trail, Woodside (9:30 - 12:00)

Join us for a 3 mile hike. This trail gains 100' elevation in 1/4 mile on a dirt path - not recommended if you have mobility issues. We will spend most of the morning on the California Trail in the Oak and Madrone forest and the Spring Creek Trail through the Redwoods. The California Trail is over dirt paths with a slight incline and is one mile long. The Spring Creek Trail is 1/2 mile on a narrow dirt track with a 100' elevation gain. Admission Fee.

Directions: 86 Cañada Road, Woodside

Leader:  Kimberlie Moutoux    Register

Saturday October 25
Sign Hill Park, South San Francisco (8:30 - 10:30)

Sign Hill is a 30 acre hilltop preserve and a wonderful place to hike. This easy-paced 1 mile trail has a mild incline and features good views of South San Francisco. Notable species can be found here in the middle of the city from warblers to the purple finch. No restroom.

Directions: 520 Diamond Ave., meet under Eucalyptus tree by water tank.

Leader:  Max Hollenback    Register

Sunday, October 26
Birding Photography, Coyote Pt, San Mateo (8:30 - 11:30)

Want some hints on capturing those beautiful birds in their habitats, in flight, or in other activities? Join this field trip with two experienced bird/wildlife photographers for tips on how to set up your camera to catch them in motion or still. We'll help with camera settings, using various automatic and manual settings to get the best results with the capabilities of modern digital (and film) cameras. Recommended equipment: telephoto lens (fixed or zoom) and tripod. $6 vehicle admission fee (or check out a County Parks Pass at your local library)

Directions: 1701 Coyote Point Dr, San Mateo, meet in the parking lot next to the Yacht Club.

Leaders:  Sonny Mencher and Marshall Dinowitz    Register

Wednesday October 29
Palo Alto Baylands, Palo Alto (9:00 - 12:00)

Meet at the Lucy Evans interpretive center at the Palo Alto Baylands for a leisurely walk where we will explore this San Francisco Bay treasure. We should see a variety of ducks and other waterbirds and we will look for wintering sparrows.

Directions: 2775 Embarcadero Rd.

Leader:  Donna Pomeroy    Register

Friday October 31
Cypress Lawn Cemetery, Colma (8:30 - 10:30)

Established in 1892, Cypress Lawn is a historic garden cemetery and arboretum occupying over 200 acres.

Directions: 1370 El Camino Real, meet at the gate. SamTrans stop.

Leader:  Max Hollenback    Register

Sunday November 2
Coyote Hills Regional Park, Fremont (10:00 - 12:00)

This park comprises 1,266 acres of marshland and rolling grassland-covered hills located along the eastern shore of San Francisco Bay. EBird cites 222 species at the Vistors Center!

Directions: $5.00 vehicle admission fee, 8000 Patterson Ranch Road

Leader:  J.R. Blair    Register

Monday November 3
Filoli: Estate Trail, Woodside (9:30 - 12:00)

This is a moderate 2-2.5 mile moderate walk. Habitats include riparian corridors, mixed oak, redwoods, madrone, and woodlands.

Directions: From Hwy 280, exit at Edgewood Rd and head west. At the T intersection, turn right onto Canada Rd. In 1/2 mile turn left into the property. Admission fee.

Leaders:  Kimberlie Moutoux    Register

Thursday November 6 (rescheduled from October 9th)
Central Park, San Mateo (9:00 - 10:00)

A morning outing for those with limited time or mobility. This is a terrific opportunity if you've not been to Central Park. This 16.5 acre park was the first in San Mateo! The hour- long walk will introduce you to some year-round residents and SMCBA's Cavity Nesters Recovery Program.

Directions: Meet in front of the Japanese Tea Garden.

Leaders:  Doug Brown and Ed Ching    Register

Saturday November 8
Wavecrest, Half Moon Bay (9:30 - 12:30)

Bioblitz, not the typical field trip, this event focuses on finding and identifying as many species as possible in a specific area over a limited period of time using the iNatural app on electronic devices. With completion of more of the Coastal Trail there is a need for a baseline survey. Join SMCBA and Coastside Land Trust for this fun community science event.

Directions: 399 Wavecrest Road, Half Moon Bay

Leader:  Cat Chang, Davena Gentry, and Barbara Dye    Register

Sunday, November 9
San Bruno Mtn, San Bruno (8:30 - 11:30)

San Bruno Mountain Park is a unique open-space island amid the peninsula's urbanization. It is home to a wealth of wildlife, hidden pockets of woodland, sheltered canyons, and great views. We'll trek about one mile on mostly flat dirt and asphalt trails. $6.00 Vehicle entry fee.

Directions:  555 Guadalup Canyon Parkway

Leader:  Doug Brown    Register

Tuesday, November 11
Union Cemetery, Redwood City (9:00 - 10:00)

If you've not been to the Historic Union Cemetery, here's a great opportunity to learn some of its fascinating history. This hour-long outing will also introduce you to SMCBA's conservation efforts through the Cavity Nesters Recovery Program.

Directions:  316 Woodside Rd.

Leader:  Christin New    Register