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Thursday 04/15/10 |
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DAWN CHORUS - ARCATA MARSH FIELD TRIP |
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6:30 AM |
8:30 AM |
$5.00 |
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This pre-breakfast trip is planned to catch the dawn chorus in full swing at the Arcata Marsh & Wildlife Sanctuary. Birds are on the move at this time, so there will be plenty of birding action. The willows will have songbirds singing and the reed beds will have chattering Marsh Wrens and possibly rails. The trip leader will explain all vocalizations from the straight forward Mallard quack, and California Quail "Chi-CA-go" call, to the more intricate sparrow calls and chips. This trips is for everyone and will provide an introduction to the skill of birding by ear. Return to the Community Center for some "shade grown"coffee and local pastries to prepare for your next day trip. Terrain is mostly flat on maintained trails but it may be muddy if there has been rain. Will not stop for food. Opportunity to use a spotting scope.
[Repeats with different leader on Friday as event #10; on Saturday as event #31; on Sunday as event #68; on Monday as event #98, and on Tuesday as event #103]
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Trip Leader: Chet Ogan Detail
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Bird List for:
2003 2001
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HUMBOLDT BAY BOAT TOUR |
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7:00 AM |
8:00 AM |
$0.00 |
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This trip meets at the Eureka Public Marina at the start time. Humboldt Bay supports mud-flat loving shorebirds and wading birds at its tidal edge. While in deep water channels, kept open for boat traffic, fish eating grebes, cormorants, scoters and merganzers occur year round. Expect to see: Herons, egrets, loons, grebes, shorebirds, and deep water ducks.
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Trip Leader: Humboldt Baykeeper Detail
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GODWIT MYSTERY TOUR |
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8:30 AM |
3:30 PM |
$15.00 |
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Enjoy the suspense and fun of this mystery tour. You will never know where you are going next or who will be your field guide! A special guest from out of the area will be the Mystery Leader, you won't want to miss this one! There are several spots on this trip and the group will remain in the Humboldt Bay Area. Please pack a lunch. Restrooms will be available in several locations, prepare for a variety of terrain and weather conditions.
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Trip Leader: Mystery Leader Detail
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Bird List for:
2005
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STONE LAGOON KAYAK BIRD & WILDLIFE WATCHING |
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8:00 AM |
11:30 AM |
$65.00 |
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This event meets at Stone Lagoon at the start time. Look for a map in your registration materials. Stone Lagoon nests in the heart of Humboldt Lagoons State Park and borders Redwood National Park. We will explore the lagoon and view shorebirds and wildlife from the water on this pristine Lagoon using sit-on-top kayaks, both singles and tandems. This trip is appropriate for beginners and will include a brief kayaking lesson. Wetsuits, lifejackets, windbreakers, booties, kayaks, and paddles will be provided by Kayak Zak’s. Participants should wear a bathing suit, a rash guard (capelene, polypropelene, or other synthetic long-sleeved shirt) to wear under the farmer-John wetsuit, and a heavy fleece or wool shirt or jacket for warmth. Do not bring any electronics unless they are waterproof! Drinking water, waterproof binoculars, and disposable waterproof cameras are recommended. Maximum paddler weight not to exceed 250 lbs. This trip is appropriate for all ages. For specific inquiries call Kayak Zak’s 707 498-1130. This trip will not stop fo food. Restrooms are available along the way to the lagoon at a highway rest stop in Trinidad, in the town of Orick, and at Kuchel Visitor Center, Redwood National park. Spotting scopes may be used from the beach before or after the trip. Bring waterproof binoculars secured with a harness to your body.
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Trip Leader: Kayak Zaks Detail
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BEAR RIVER RIDGE |
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9:00 AM |
3:00 PM |
$15.00 |
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From Rio Dell to Ferndale, this classic ridge top route takes birders out of the forests and into extensive ridge top prairies. This 35-mile trip boasts spectacular views of Humboldt Bay, Ferndale, and the Eel River Bottoms below. Golden Eagle is possible on this route as well as other ridge-migrating raptors. Western Meadowlarks, possibly Bluebirds, and Horned Larks are other bird specialists of this habitat. This will be mostly road-side birding, please pack a lunch, and restrooms are available in Rio Del and Ferndale.
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Trip Leader: Tony Kurz Detail
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Bird List for:
2005 2003
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OPTICS EXPO AT THE MARSH |
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5:00 PM |
8:30 PM |
$5.00 |
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Several optics representatives will have demos on hand for you to try and learn about their features to help choose the right glass for you or help you utilize your optics to your best advantage. Enjoy wine and cheese during a short demonstration inside the Arcata Marsh Interpretive Center. The demonstration will be followed by a field session around the marsh led by Leica product specialist and this year's keynote speaker, Jeff Bouton. Terrain is flat but may be wet, restrooms are available.
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Trip Leader: Various Optics Representatives Detail
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OWL SCOUTING FIELD TRIP |
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7:00 PM |
10:00 PM |
$0.00 |
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Help scout potential locations for the Friday evening owl trip (reference event #26). Carpool through the Arcata Bottoms looking for Barn Owl and Short-eared Owl, then visit various locations using tapes or voice calling to elicit responses from the nighttime forest owls. Considerable effort is spent by wildlife biologists and technicians throughout Humboldt, Trinity and Del Norte Counties surveying at night for Spotted Owls. The limit of 18 people will keep the car-pool managable for night driving. This trip has no charge and will be canceled by rain. Requires good luck, a flashlight and warm clothes. Expect variable terrain and possibly wet ground. You may wish to bring a thermos of warm drinks, as it can be a long slow night if the owls don't cooperate. Opportunity to use spotting scope until dark.
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Trip Leader: Sandra & Mitch Hunt Detail
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Bird List for:
2005 2003
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Friday 04/16/10 |
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SPOTTED OWLS FIELD TRIP 1 |
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1:00 PM |
5:00 PM |
$15.00 |
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Visit excellent spots to observe Northern Spotted Owls in their nesting habitat. Offers superb photographic opportunities, as the owls have become accustomed to human presence over the years they have been studied. The owls may be seen roadside, but more likely we will hike along a short but possibly steep, slippery trail. Wear hiking boots and dress in layers. Will not stop for food or restrooms. You may want to have a spotting scope available in your vehicle if we stop to scan for eagles, but it won’t be needed to see the owls. [Repeats on Saturday as Event #59; Sunday as Event #95.]
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Trip Leader: Keith Hamm Detail
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