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American Avocet by Neely Dunlap

Field Trip: Palo Alto Baylands

On this trip, we will wander past brackish sloughs and marshes looking for shorebirds, wading birds, ducks, raptors and songbirds. In addition to observing diverse bird species, we will stop at several buildings and locations steeped in local history and explore the special plants that have learned to adapt, grow, and thrive in the marsh, sustaining the wonderful bird and animal life. This trip is designed for accessible birding, families and birders at all levels.

Trip Type: Standard

Age Limit: Ages 10+, Young birders, ages 18 and under, must be accompanied by a parent or guardian

Capacity: 15

Price: Free

Trip Difficulty: 2 miles, paved trails, gravel trails, little or no elevation gain, little to no shade

Tags: Beginner Friendly, No elevation gain

Meet: Parking lot across from Lucy Evans Nature Center

Directions: From US-101 in Palo Alto take Embarcadero Rd east towards the bay. Pass the airport and turn left at the T-intersection. Continue for 0.5 miles passing the duck pond. Just over the bridge, the nature center (2775 Embarcadero Rd) will be on your left and the paved parking area will be on your right. Latitude/Longitude: 37.458949, -122.105212

Facilities: ADA accessible porta-potty, porta-potty, drinking water, cell phone service

Parking Type and Fees: paved parking lot

Leaders: Diane McCoy (650) 714-3769

Questions? Email general questions to centennialevents@scvas.org or contact the trip leader for questions regarding the event.