Hike 10 Sunnyvale Baylands Birding

Wednesday June 5, 2024 from 08:30 AM to 01:30 PM

Join us for a gentle walk at Sunnyvale Baylands in search of yellow rumped warblers, bullock's orioles, green-winged teals and more led by an expert birder who will find more than 20 birds during our excursion. We end the afternoon with a social picnic lunch. This special program is hosted in partnership with Valley Water. Images by edbo23, Public Domain Images and Hans Toom from Pixabay.

Level of Difficulty: : Easy
Number of Miles: : 2.0
Location: Meeting location is Saratoga CA 95070 and Lakewood Park Sunnyvale. Please choose the best option for you.
Additional Benefits: Transportation and large hearty sandwich are provided. You can borrow binoculars.


Lecture 1 San Francisco Bay Wildlife Refuge History

Thursday June 6, 2024 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM

During this lecture, we learn about one of our partners, the San Francisco Bay Wildlife Society (SFBWS) and the history behind the San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge Complex and the Refuge System. This includes the local grassroots movements that led to the formation of the Don Edwards Refuge, its habitats and wildlife, and what work is being done to restore wetlands and combat climate change impacts. Our speaker is the Restoration, Education and Interpretive Associate with SFBWS. There will be time for questions.

Location: Presentation will be by ZOOM.


Day Trip 5 Lighthouse & Coastal Vistas Day Trip

Monday June 17, 2024 from 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM

Start the day with exercise and ocean breezes as we take a walk with incredible views of the ocean, rocky coastline, Ano Neuvo island and Pigeon Point and learn about the rich agricultural history, endangered species, preservation and restoration of Cloverdale Ranch Preserve. After a break for a smorgasbord lunch by the ocean, we take an expert-guided tour of Pigeon Point Light Station State Historic Park. We end the day with ice cream by the beach. Image by Anne Ferguson. For more details and to register, please use this link www.bayareaolderadults.org/BAO-June2024-day-trip

Level of Difficulty: : Easy-to-moderate
Number of Miles: : 2.0
Location: Bus pickup in Saratoga CA 95070


Hike 11 Wildlife by the Bay

Wednesday June 19, 2024 from 09:00 AM to 01:30 PM

Enjoy the summer breeze by the bay with a leisurely walk along the shore led by a member of the Audubon Society who will help us find and identify birds. We end the day with a hearty picnic lunch. This special program is hosted in partnership with Valley Water. Image by Anne Ferguson.

Level of Difficulty: : Easy
Number of Miles: : 2.5
Location: Meeting location is Saratoga CA 95070 and Shoreline Park Mountain View
Additional Benefits: Transportation and large hearty sandwich are provided. Binoculars can be borrowed.