WHEN: Sunday, December 19th, 7:00-8:30pm
This community program will begin with MCAS business that will include award announcements for the Libbie Agran Scholarship, Outstanding Service, and Volunteer of the Year.
Next will be the Morro Bay CBC Compilation led by Jay Carroll. The compilation is the culmination of the annual MB Christmas Bird Count held on Dec 18th. A count of all species seen will be tabulated. Total number of species in count years 2010-2020 have ranged from 175 to 204, with anywhere from 81 to 142 participants. What will the counts be this year?
ZOOM INFO:
Topic: Morro Coast's Christmas Bird Count Compilation Zoom Meeting
Time: Dec 19, 2021 07:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
EASIEST: Click link below.
Link--> https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85389219451?pwd=V1h5V3B1MHFBL3ZiSXVkNU9taWdpZz09
If you use the Zoom app on your computer, you will need to enter Meeting ID & Passcode.
Meeting ID: 853 8921 9451 (Spaces appear automatically as you type)
Passcode: MorroCoast (No spaces, CaseSensitive)
Programs Chair: Wendy McKeown wendy@morrocoastaudubon.org
FIELD TRIP: High Tide at Audubon Sweet Springs Nature Preserve
DATE: Tuesday, December 21, 2021
TIME: 9:30 AM – 11:00AM
LEADER: Robbie Revel
CO-LEADER: Bob Revel
Trip is limited to 12 participants.
Audubon Sweet Springs Nature Preserve with its two viewing platforms and meandering trails will allow us panoramic views of the estuary, wetlands and mudflats. High tide brings dabbling and diving ducks, wintering Brant and lots of shore birds closer in for excellent observation opportunities. Dirt paths and level boardwalks make for easy walking of approximately 1 mile.
Experience Level: Beginning to Intermediate.
RSVP and Proof of Full COVID Vaccination Required!
To participate, please email Robbie Revel, Field Trip committee at Robbie@morrocoastaudubon.org to request and receive a confirmed reservation for this field trip. Exact meeting location will be given to those with confirmed reservations.
Wear hat, sturdy walking shoes and dress in layers as it can be cool and windy. Bring binoculars, sunscreen, water and snacks as needed. Restrooms (port-a-potty) are available at East entrance. Rain cancels
Contact: Robbie Revel robbie@morrocoastaudubon.org
NOW FULL as of 11/22. You can add your name to a waiting list by contacting Freddy Howell at freddy@morrocoastaudubon.org.
FIELD TRIP: High Tide at the Morro Bay State Park Marina Boardwalk
WHEN: Sunday, December 19, 2021
TIME: 8-10AM
LEADER: Mark Mushkat
Trip is limited to 12 participants
December 19 has a high tide of 5.7 ft peaking at 9:22AM. This pushes shorebirds up close to our viewing area. Enjoy a morning stroll along the Boardwalk with MCAS Field Trip leader, Mark Mushkat, to identify wintering shorebirds and migrants, sea ducks and grebes, and the land birds occupying the coastal sage scrub habitat. It is a short walk of about one mile on a boardwalk and dirt path.
Experience Level: Beginner to Intermediate
RSVP and Proof of Full COVID Vaccination Required!
To participate, please email Freddy Howell, Field Trip Coordinator, at Freddy@morrocoastaudubon.org to request and receive a confirmed reservation for this field trip. Exact meeting location will be given to those with confirmed reservations.
Bring binoculars and field guide; Hats and sunscreen are suggested along with dressing for cool and windy conditions. Restrooms are available in parking lot beside Bayside Cafe. Rain cancels.
Contact: Freddy Howell, freddy@morrocoastaudubon.org
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| Photo by Mike Bush |
It was a GREAT program and worth seeing.
There were some technical problems, but just ignore those and take a guess as to how many species were identified.
(HINT: it was over 200!)
TIME: 8 – 11AM
LEADER: MARK MUSHKAT
Trip is limited to 12 participants.
Enjoy close views of waterfowl and occasional bitterns and rails from the boardwalk over Oso Flaco Lake and marsh. Bird two prime willow habitats for wintering warblers. Includes 2-3 miles of slow walking through riparian woodland, across the lake boardwalk, into the coastal sage scrub, and if time permits, we will continue to the beach in search of specialties there. Walking is on a level trail and wooden boardwalk, and possibly sand if continuing to beach.
Experience Level: Beginning to Intermediate.
RSVP and Proof of Full COVID Vaccination Required!
To participate, please email Robbie Revel, Field Trip committee at Robbie@morrocoastaudubon.org to request and receive a confirmed reservation for this field trip. Exact meeting location will be given to those with confirmed reservations.
Wear hat, sturdy walking shoes, and dress in layers as it can be cool and windy. Bring binoculars, sunscreen, water and snacks as needed. Restrooms are available at the trail head. Rain cancels.
Contact: Robbie Revel robbie@morrocoastaudubon.org
