Bill Oliver and Randy Bush will display intriguing trends gleaned from this long study of the populations of our wintering birds. Species that are increasing (some spectacularly) and others that are decreasing or maintaining their populations will be discussed. Bill and Randy hope the audience will share their experiences on these species trends.
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Discover Birding at Turtle Bay
This Youth/Beginner walk will be structured as a mini Christmas Bird Count. We will start and stop at our regular times, 9-11am, but we will attempt to tally the number as well as the species of every bird we find. Come see what’s tucked away at Turtle Bay! Call Dan Greaney, 276-9693, with questions or for more information.
Birds of Mary Lake
David Bogener will present species occurrence records collected at Mary Lake over the last 25 years. Photographs of each of the 100+ species will be displayed in decreasing order of occurrence. Habitats, methods, and equipment will be briefly discussed.
A Trip to New Zealand’s South Island
Join Jay & Terri Thesken for a slideshow of their Fall 2014 (Spring in New Zealand) trip to the South Island. The Theskens spent 4 weeks exploring, hiking, kayaking, and bicycling the South Island with its Southern Alps, Fjordland National Park, and several other national parks. They will not only show photos of birds encountered, but also unusual botanical species, and will explain why New Zealand has such a unique flora and fauna.
Battle Creek Wildlife Area Outing
The half day birding walk scheduled for February 28 will cover approximately 4 miles round trip on flat improved trails within the Battle Creek Wildlife Area. The Battle Creek Wildlife Area is 582 acres of riparian forests, marshes, and oak woodland supporting a diverse variety of migratory and resident bird species. A box type toilet is available at the parking area, potable water is Not available. Participants should wear comfortable shoes, bring drinking water, sunscreen and bug spray. The group will depart the Redding Convention Center parking lot at 8:00am or meet Frank and Darliss at Battle Creek Wildlife Area.