During this month’s birding walk, we will scan the bay and marshland in search of shorebirds, including sandpipers, ducks, gulls, egrets, and majestic great blue herons. Among the most challenging species to identify are newly-fledged gulls. These newbies are undergoing a remarkable four-year transformation, with the color of their plumage shifting from mottled browns and grays to black-gray-white adult plumage. After our shoreline observations, we’ll search for songbirds and other species in neighboring habitats.

Hike leader Jerry Coe will discuss how to distinguish bird calls and songs. Jerry will share the four keys to identifying birds in the field: color, size and shape, behavior, and habitat. Bring binoculars, a filled water bottle, and snacks. Dress in layers for changeable weather and wear appropriate walking shoes.

Space is limited; registration is required. Cancellations notified via email. 

Date: Saturday, June 29

Time: 8 a.m. – 10 a.m.  

Location: Bullhead Flat Parking Lot

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: yes

Maximum number: 20

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