We are excited to announce several birding hikes coming up in the Davis area.

Bobcat Ranch Open Hike

Date: Sunday, October 23

Time: 8:00 am

Meeting Location: Deck in front of Steady Eddies, 5 E Main St # A, Winters, CA 95694-1788 (directions)

Wildlife Specialist Karen Velas and Maureen Geiger of Sacramento Audubon, will lead a birding hike from the Bobcat Ranch Headquarters along ranch roads through the rolling blue oak woodlands of the ranch. The group will carpool to the trail head. Please bring binoculars, sturdy waterproof hiking boors, drinking water and a snack. This trip involves moderate hiking on fairly level ground. RSVP to kvales@audubon.org

Bobcat Ranch Restoration Education Hike 1

Date: Sunday, November 6, 2011

Time: 8:00 am

Meeting Location: Deck in front of Steady Eddies, 5 E Main St # A, Winters, CA 95694-1788 (directions)

Project Director Valerie Calegari will lead a hike from the Bobcat Ranch Headquarters, along ranch roads through rolling blue oak woodlands. We’ll look for wintering birds and other wildlife, discuss habitat restoration efforts and sustainable grazing, and enjoy views of the Valley. Please bring binoculars, sturdy hiking shoes, drinking water and a snack. This trip involves moderate hiking on fairly level ground.  RSVP to vcalegari@audubon.org

Bobcat Ranch Restoration Education Hike 2

Date: Saturday, December 3

Time: 8:00 am

Meeting Location: Deck in front of Steady Eddies, 5 E Main St # A, Winters, CA 95694-1788 (directions)

Bobcat Ranch Manager Carissa Koopmann will lead a hike from the Bobcat Ranch Headquarters, along ranch roads through rolling blue oak woodlands. We’ll look for wildlife, discuss habitat restoration efforts and sustainable grazing, and enjoy views of the Valley. Please bring binoculars, sturdy hiking shoes, drinking water and a snack. This trip involves moderate hiking on fairly level ground. RSVP to ckookmann@audubon.org

We look forward to seeing you!