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Second Saturday Bird Walk

By on October 26, 2025 in

Always wanted to learn more about birds but not sure where to start? Join Shasta Birding Society for a family and beginner friendly bird walk at the benches by the Sundial bridge at 9 am to walk the Turtle Bay Sanctuary Trail and discover the hidden world of birds all around us! The trail is wheelchair accessible and benches are found throughout. The walk will last about an hour. Binoculars are provided. Join Rebeca Ladrón de Guevara as we take a leisurely one mile walk along the Turtle Bay Sanctuary Trail. This walk will begin at the south end of the Sundial Bridge and take us along the Sacramento River to view waterfowl, woodpeckers, raptors, sparrows, and more. One of the best attributes of this trail is that we cannot only enjoy the excellent views along the river, on the other side of the trail we will be able to find several species of songbirds. Raptors are common in the area, including the Bald Eagle and Osprey. Park in the Turtle Bay Parking Lot. Rain cancels.

Second Saturday Bird Walk

By on September 30, 2025 in

Always wanted to learn more about birds but not sure where to start? Join Shasta Birding Society for a family and beginner friendly bird walk at the benches by the Sundial bridge at 9 am and discover the hidden world of birds all around us! We will start birding across the iconic Sundial Bridge and continue inside the botanical garden. The trail is wheelchair accessible and benches are found throughout. The walk will last about 1 hour. Binoculars are provided. Join our trip leader, David Garza and other local birders, as we take a leisurely one mile walk though one of Redding’s best birding hotspots. This walk will begin at the south end of the Sundial Bridge and take us north, across the Sacramento River to view waterfowl, woodpeckers, raptors, sparrows, and more. From the bridge there are excellent views of the river and surrounding mountains. On the other side of the river, and throughout the botanical garden, we will be able to find several species of songbirds. Raptors are common in the area, including the Bald Eagle and Osprey. Early autumn is a great time of year to find migrating birds passing thought the area, before they head further south. Park in the Turtle Bay Parking Lot. Rain cancels. Want more information? Contact Larry Jordan at thelarryjordan@gmail.com

Second Saturday Beginner Bird Walk

By on August 12, 2025 in

Always wanted to learn more about birds but not sure where to start? Join Shasta Birding Society for a family and beginner friendly bird walk at the benches by the Sundial bridge at 9 am to walk the Turtle Bay Sanctuary Trail and discover the hidden world of birds all around us! The trail is wheelchair accessible and benches are found throughout. The walk will last about 2 hours. Binoculars are provided. Join our webmaster, Larry Jordan, as we take a leisurely one mile walk along the Turtle Bay Sanctuary Trail. This walk will begin at the south end of the Sundial Bridge and take us along the Sacramento River to view waterfowl, woodpeckers, raptors, sparrows, an more. One of the best attributes of this trail is that we cannot only enjoy the excellent views along the river, on the other side of the trail we will be able to find several species of songbirds. Raptors are common in the area, including the Bald Eagle and Osprey. Park in the Turtle Bay Parking Lot. Rain cancels. Want more information? Contact Larry Jordan at thelarryjordan@gmail.com

Second Saturday Birding Millville Plains – CANCELLED!

By on March 14, 2020 in

Both birds and the spring vernal pool wildflower displays are on the menu for this half-day trip. We will look for Ferruginous Hawk, Merlin, Prairie Falcon, Shrikes, Say’s Phoebe and other open country denizens. Bring a lunch. Meet trip leader, John Winchell, at the Kutras Park parking lot for carpooling.

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Second Saturday Bird Walk at Cascade Park

By on February 24, 2020 in

If this years walk is anything like last year, there will be lots of Western Bluebirds. The amount of waterfowl we see will depend a lot on the amount of water being released from the Shasta Dam, but we have seen Mallards, American Wigeon, Canada geese, Pied-billed Grebes and Wood Ducks if we are lucky. The old Cottonwood trees attract Northern Flicker and Acorn Woodpeckers. Spotted Towhee and California Towhee love the brush.  California Quail frequent the park but are often hiding as many people walk their dogs in the park. Great Blue Heron and Great Egrets are typical visitors. Turkey Vultures are regular inhabitants and often roost in the taller trees at night. Robins are usually busy in the lawn areas if the berries are all gone.

After the park walk, birders are invited to inspect Carroll’s backyard bird feeders a few blocks away.  White Breasted Nuthatches, Lesser Goldfinches and House Sparrows are guaranteed at Carroll’s place at 3111 Island Drive.  Mallards are available there 12 months of the year.  A cup of coffee or tea is available as well as bathroom facilities.  Everyone is welcome.

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