Alpine Meadows, Tahoe City, Photo by Richard Carlson
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Damonte Ranch Wetlands, Photo by Kristin Szabo
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Sierra Valley Expedition, Photo by Alan Gubanich
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Field Trips - Come Birding With Us!
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Field trips are free to Audubon members and non-members unless otherwise noted. We encourage birders of all skill levels to participate. Trips are subject to change or cancellation so please pre-register with field trip leaders with your contact information so they can reach you in the event the trip does change and/or is cancelled. Remember to dress accordingly as the weather can be very unpredictable in Nevada, and please bring a snack and lots of water, and binoculars if you have them!
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UPCOMING LAS FIELD TRIPS
Let's go birding together!
Let's go birding together!
CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER!
Crystal Peak Park, Washoe
When: Friday, February 15, 2019, 8:00-11 a.m.
Where: Meet a parking lot at the end of Crystal Peak Road off County Road 3rd Street in Verdi.
Map:https://goo.gl/maps/PhyYVJjNYoT2
eBird hotspot:http://ebird.org/ebird/hotspot/L2865090
Photos:https://flic.kr/s/aHskz685sV
Activity level: 2-4mi, easy to med
Leader: Jeff Bleam, email: jcbleam@gmail.com
From the parking area, we will look at the ponds for Ducks, Geese, and Cormorants. A trail winds through the riparian area along the Truckee River and we could see Warblers, Towhees, Raptors, Waterfowl, Flycatchers, Bluebirds, Sapsuckers, and Woodpeckers.
Crystal Peak Park, Washoe
When: Friday, February 15, 2019, 8:00-11 a.m.
Where: Meet a parking lot at the end of Crystal Peak Road off County Road 3rd Street in Verdi.
Map:https://goo.gl/maps/PhyYVJjNYoT2
eBird hotspot:http://ebird.org/ebird/hotspot/L2865090
Photos:https://flic.kr/s/aHskz685sV
Activity level: 2-4mi, easy to med
Leader: Jeff Bleam, email: jcbleam@gmail.com
From the parking area, we will look at the ponds for Ducks, Geese, and Cormorants. A trail winds through the riparian area along the Truckee River and we could see Warblers, Towhees, Raptors, Waterfowl, Flycatchers, Bluebirds, Sapsuckers, and Woodpeckers.
CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER!
Virginia Lake, Reno
When: Saturday, February 16, 9:00-12a.m.
Where: Meet at the north end of Virginia Lake, Reno
Activity Level: Easy
Leader:Bob Goodman, 775-972-7848, pandion36@aol.com
Are you curious about the world of birds, but not so sure how to enter it? Well, this trip is for you! Join us for an easy stroll around Virginia Lake and get acquainted with the variety of birds our high desert has to offer. We will spend a few hours enjoying the wildlife, and will be done by noon. This is a great trip for the whole family. Meet at the north end of Virginia Lake at 9:00 a.m. Bring your binoculars, and a scope if you have one. Please contact Bob directly to reserve your space.
Virginia Lake, Reno
When: Saturday, February 16, 9:00-12a.m.
Where: Meet at the north end of Virginia Lake, Reno
Activity Level: Easy
Leader:Bob Goodman, 775-972-7848, pandion36@aol.com
Are you curious about the world of birds, but not so sure how to enter it? Well, this trip is for you! Join us for an easy stroll around Virginia Lake and get acquainted with the variety of birds our high desert has to offer. We will spend a few hours enjoying the wildlife, and will be done by noon. This is a great trip for the whole family. Meet at the north end of Virginia Lake at 9:00 a.m. Bring your binoculars, and a scope if you have one. Please contact Bob directly to reserve your space.
Field trip - Silver Saddle Ranch, Carson City
When: Saturday, February 16, 9:00a.m.
Where: Meet at the Red House at Silver Saddle Ranch in Carson City
Map: http://bit.ly/2SagKbQ
Activity Level: Easy
Leader: Emma Rosen, 775-315-2712, erosen950@gmail.com
Come join us at Silver Saddle Ranch to explore the world of birds! Beginners are welcome. We will bird the sagebrush habitat and the riparian area along the river and Mexican Ditch, looking for owls, hawks, and passerines. We may find ducks such as goldeneyes and mergansers in the river. If we’re lucky, we may be treated to some birds that come down from the Pine Nut Mountains, such as Pinyon Jays.
Remember to dress in layers and bring water, a snack, good shoes, and binoculars or a scope if you have it.
Please contact Emma Rosen directly to reserve your space.
When: Saturday, February 16, 9:00a.m.
Where: Meet at the Red House at Silver Saddle Ranch in Carson City
Map: http://bit.ly/2SagKbQ
Activity Level: Easy
Leader: Emma Rosen, 775-315-2712, erosen950@gmail.com
Come join us at Silver Saddle Ranch to explore the world of birds! Beginners are welcome. We will bird the sagebrush habitat and the riparian area along the river and Mexican Ditch, looking for owls, hawks, and passerines. We may find ducks such as goldeneyes and mergansers in the river. If we’re lucky, we may be treated to some birds that come down from the Pine Nut Mountains, such as Pinyon Jays.
Remember to dress in layers and bring water, a snack, good shoes, and binoculars or a scope if you have it.
Please contact Emma Rosen directly to reserve your space.
Riverview Park, Carson City
When: Saturday, February 23, 9:00a.m.
Where: Meet at the parking lot at Riverview Park in Carson City
Map: http://bit.ly/2HUuZNe
Activity Level: Easy
Leader: Emma Rosen, 775-315-2712, erosen950@gmail.com
Come join us at Riverview Park to explore the world of birds! Beginners are welcome. We will bird the loop and connector trail, which includes sagebrush habitat and the marshy area as well as the riparian area along the river and Mexican Ditch. We will look for raptors, marsh birds, and passerines. If we’re lucky, we may be treated to a flock of our state bird, the Mountain Bluebird, that sometimes gather along the ditch.
Remember to dress in layers and bring water, a snack, good shoes, and binoculars or a scope if you have it.
Please contact Emma Rosen directly to reserve your space.
When: Saturday, February 23, 9:00a.m.
Where: Meet at the parking lot at Riverview Park in Carson City
Map: http://bit.ly/2HUuZNe
Activity Level: Easy
Leader: Emma Rosen, 775-315-2712, erosen950@gmail.com
Come join us at Riverview Park to explore the world of birds! Beginners are welcome. We will bird the loop and connector trail, which includes sagebrush habitat and the marshy area as well as the riparian area along the river and Mexican Ditch. We will look for raptors, marsh birds, and passerines. If we’re lucky, we may be treated to a flock of our state bird, the Mountain Bluebird, that sometimes gather along the ditch.
Remember to dress in layers and bring water, a snack, good shoes, and binoculars or a scope if you have it.
Please contact Emma Rosen directly to reserve your space.
Annual Dipper Day
When: Saturday, March 2, 2019, 8-11a.m.
Where: Meet 7777 White Fir St. (next to Mayberry Park).There is plenty of parking on the street or in the Mayberry Park east entrance lot.
Map: http://bit.ly/2M5MNDE
Leader:Tom Stille, 775-690-4261, tom@riverschoolfarm.org
This popular annual trip offers a unique opportunity to hear and observe the elusive but vocal American Dipper. You will be introduced to a bird species specialized in living a semi-aquatic life in swift mountain streams and rivers. From their nictitating membrane (third eyelid), large oil glands, dense plumage, and unique underwater foraging techniques, this bird is truly a “water ouzel.”
We also will examine the new Patagonia parking lot next to Mayberry Park that has been planted in pollinator and fruit bearing trees, shrubs and perennial flowers resistant to deer browsing. The trip will also offer the opportunity to observe other bird species residing along the Truckee River corridor.
Be prepared for cold and snow (boots, jackets, gloves, etc.), and consider bringing snacks and water.
Please RSVP with Tom as this trip is dependent upon weather (775-690-4261, tom@riverschoolfarm.org).
When: Saturday, March 2, 2019, 8-11a.m.
Where: Meet 7777 White Fir St. (next to Mayberry Park).There is plenty of parking on the street or in the Mayberry Park east entrance lot.
Map: http://bit.ly/2M5MNDE
Leader:Tom Stille, 775-690-4261, tom@riverschoolfarm.org
This popular annual trip offers a unique opportunity to hear and observe the elusive but vocal American Dipper. You will be introduced to a bird species specialized in living a semi-aquatic life in swift mountain streams and rivers. From their nictitating membrane (third eyelid), large oil glands, dense plumage, and unique underwater foraging techniques, this bird is truly a “water ouzel.”
We also will examine the new Patagonia parking lot next to Mayberry Park that has been planted in pollinator and fruit bearing trees, shrubs and perennial flowers resistant to deer browsing. The trip will also offer the opportunity to observe other bird species residing along the Truckee River corridor.
Be prepared for cold and snow (boots, jackets, gloves, etc.), and consider bringing snacks and water.
Please RSVP with Tom as this trip is dependent upon weather (775-690-4261, tom@riverschoolfarm.org).
Check the Calendar or LAS Facebook Events Page for the dates and details of all of upcoming field trips sponsored by LAS and other organizations .
RSVP information is included with each field trip description.
If you have a suggestion for a field trip location, or if you would like to volunteer to lead a field trip,
contact Field Trip Coordinator, Bill Grossi at mary.bill@charter.net.
RSVP information is included with each field trip description.
If you have a suggestion for a field trip location, or if you would like to volunteer to lead a field trip,
contact Field Trip Coordinator, Bill Grossi at mary.bill@charter.net.
For Information about Christmas Bird Counts, go to this page.
Photos below from 2016 Sage Grouse lek Field Trip
Early Birders at lek, Photo by Franz Carver
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Grouse displaying at lek, Photo by Franz Carver
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