Move over Ozzy Ozborne. Nature’s ultimate headbangers—woodpeckers—are taking center stage at China Camp this month. These dedicated rockers hammer out rhythms that echo throughout our oak woodlands. How can these super-cool birds pound their beaks into a tree without injury? Find out about woodpeckers’ amazing morphology during this month’s guided walk with bird expert Jerry Coe. He’ll share info about our resident headbangers, such as highly social acorn woodpeckers, colorful Northern flickers, and spectacular pileated woodpeckers.

All levels of birders welcome. 

Space is limited; registration is required. 

Date: Saturday, August 17

Time: 8 a.m. – 10 a.m.  

Location: Turtle Back Trailhead

Difficulty: easy, 1-mile round trip

Cost: free for FOCC members; $5 donation appreciated for non-members

Age: 8 and up; under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult 

ADA accessible: no

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