⛰️Rancho Sierra Vista
Rancho Sierra Vista / Satwiwa 4803 Lynn Rd, Newbury Park, CAFor those who can't make the beginner bird walks on Wednesdays, this is a great time to check out this hidden gem in Newbury Park! Meet at the end of the parking lot where you'll see plenty of Cliff Swallows nesting under the eaves of the bathroom. You'll also look for Lazuli Buntings, Blue Grosbeaks,...
Monthly Program – May 2024
Western Foundation of Vertebrate Zoology 439 Calle San Pablo, Camarillo, CAMAY MONTHLY PROGRAM “Pelagic Birding off Southern California: Searching for Seabirds in the Open Ocean” by David Pereksta Nazca Booby Copyright David Pereksta While 70 percent of the earth is covered by oceans, the lives of the birds that inhabit those waters still hold a number of mysteries that science is only just starting to...
Beginner Bird Walk – Rancho Sierra Vista / Satwiwa
Rancho Sierra Vista / Satwiwa 4803 Lynn Rd, Newbury Park, CAConejo Valley Audubon invites birders of all experience levels to attend our monthly Beginner Bird Walks at Rancho Sierra Vista/Satwiwa. These walks are held on the second Wednesday of each month. We will meet at 8:00 am at the main parking lot, which is accessible off Lynn Road at Via Goleta in Newbury Park. Rancho...
? Ventura Settling Ponds
Ventura Settling Ponds 1400 Angler Ct., Ventura, CA, United StatesWhile most waterfowl species have left the ponds this time of year, there are still tons of birds around! Large numbers of swallows and swifts gather over these waters, so be on the lookout for Purple Martins and potentially even Black Swifts! Other songbirds call this area home for the breeding season like Swainson's Thrush,...
? Breeding Bird Class through Western Foundation of Vertebrate Zoology
Western Foundation of Vertebrate Zoology 439 Calle San Pablo, Camarillo, CAIf you're a new birder looking to familiarize yourself with local species, then consider joining the 2024 Breeding Birds class! This class is a great way to gain familiarity with over 200 species of birds that nest in our region. Emphasis will be on family and species-level characteristics, plus field trips to practice IDs. The...
?Mt. Pinos
Join us as we go into the mountains to find some alpine birds! We will carpool from the Janss Park & Ride at 6 am. Janss Park & Ride is located on the east side of the 23 freeway at the Janss Road Exit by the soccer fields. Alternatively, meet at 8:00 am at the...
?Breeding Bird Class through Western Foundation of Vertebrate Zoology
Western Foundation of Vertebrate Zoology 439 Calle San Pablo, Camarillo, CAIf you're a new birder looking to familiarize yourself with local species, then consider joining the 2024 Breeding Birds class! This class is a great way to gain familiarity with over 200 species of birds that nest in our region. Emphasis will be on family and species-level characteristics, plus field trips to practice IDs. The...
? Fillmore Fish Hatchery/Cienega
Cienega 612 E Telegraph Rd, Fillmore, CA, United StatesThe Sespe Cienega is a restoration project aimed at restoring the wetlands of the Santa Clara River! Normally, this area is restricted to the public, but we will be able to enter with friend of CVAS, Linnea Hall! Target species include Bell's Vireo, White-tailed Kite, Northern Harrier, and others! Trip leader: Sammy Cowell (818) 470-7098
CVAS ANNUAL PICNIC
THE CVAS ANNUAL PICNIC Sunday, June 2 at Los Robles Open Space Meet at 8:00 am for the morning bird walk, then at 11:00 for the potluck lunch. It’s been twenty-three years since we first held our CVAS Annual Picnic at the Los Robles Trail area adjacent to the original Janss House in Thousand Oaks,...
? Birds and Burritos
Margarita's Mexican Grill 702 Lindero Canyon Rd, Oak Park, CA, United StatesJoin us at 6:30 p.m. at Margaritas Mexican Grill for some delicious food and socializing before our evening field trip to look for owls! Please text or call Sammy Cowell (818 470-7098) if you plan on coming so we can make a reservation.
?*CANCELLED* Owling at Palo Comado Canyon
Palo Comado Canyon 6613 Smoke Tree Ave, Oak Park, CA, United States*This event has been canceled as the trip leader has tested positive for Covid-19. It may or may not be rescheduled, so be on the lookout on the website for more information* Join us as we look for owls in Palo Comado Canyon! We will listen and look for Great Horned Owls, Barn Owls, and...
Beginner Bird Walk – Rancho Sierra Vista / Satwiwa
Rancho Sierra Vista / Satwiwa 4803 Lynn Rd, Newbury Park, CAConejo Valley Audubon invites birders of all experience levels to attend our monthly Beginner Bird Walks at Rancho Sierra Vista/Satwiwa. These walks are held on the second Wednesday of each month. We will meet at 8:00 am at the main parking lot, which is accessible off Lynn Road at Via Goleta in Newbury Park. Rancho...