


The Eastern Sierra Nevada Passes | August 22, 2023
Birding Ebbits’s Pass 8730 ft. Elv. and returning on Sonora Pass 9620 Ft. Elv. The second-highest pass in the Sierras Nevada. We begin birding Hwy 4 at Big Trees State Park, birding along high elevation Ebbitt’s Pass to Lake Topas. We’ll spend the evening in the Lake Topas Best Western Hotel. The following day, we…


Birding Sonoma Mountain – Fairfield Osborn Preserve | August 19, 2023
This preserve is owned by Sonoma State University. This field trip starts at 1700 elevation, walking may be difficult for some—we will take our time. Bring water and a snack. To register, use this link: Naturalist Ed Series: Birds of Osborn Preserve | Center for Environmental Inquiry at Sonoma State University


Free Bird Walk with Mt. Tam Science Quest | September 23, 2023
8:00 AM 2023 Rock Spring Trailhead • Mt. Tam State Park, sponsored by Yellowbilled Tours and Friends of Mt. Tam group Early Bird Gets the Worm Tour. Birding early morning around the Rock Springs habitat is both peaceful and exciting. In the 2022 Mt. Tam Science Quest, we observed 31 species. Go to this link…


20 Best California Birds | spring & summer
Birding California 2023 -2024 Year-round 20 best birds to see by habitat. California is a vast area with many habitats and a variety of landscapes. We each have our own criteria that influence our choices. These are my choices. We offer individual, couples, small groups, private, and small group tours —never more than six birders….


Birding Mt Tamalpais | May 27, 2023
We will be watching and listening for spring migrants.



Birding Samuel P. Taylor State Park | May 20, 2023
We will be watching and listening for spring migrants.