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Western Grebe Amanda Newlove

Calero Reservior (South San Jose)

Come see Western and Clark's Grebes performing their spectacular courtship displays at Calero Reservoir, located in the rolling hills of south San Jose. We’ll also poke around the edges of the reservoir looking for Green Herons and Common Mergansers; scan the skies for Northern Harriers, Bald Eagles, White-tailed Kites and maybe an Osprey; and investigate the grassy areas and reeds for sparrows and other songbirds.

Trip Difficulty: 2 miles, muddy or possibly muddy after rain, rocky trails, uneven or rutted trails, little or no elevation gain, little to no shade

Other Trip Notes: Heavy rain cancels

Leaders: Melissa Johnson (408) 406-2665, Melanie Barnett and Linda Sullivan (408) 540-8420

Beginner Friendly

Meet: Boat ramp parking lot

Directions: From US-101, exit Bailey Ave. Follow Bailey Ave for 3 miles to McKean Rd. Turn right onto McKean Rd. The boat launch area will be on your left in less than 1 mile. Alternately, from CA-85, exit Almaden Expressway south, drive about 5 miles, then turn right onto Harry Rd at the dead end. To the next left onto McKean Rd. The boat launch parking lot will be on the right in about 2 miles. Latitude/Longitude: 37.186744, -121.775107

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

Parking Type and Fees: parking fees (use Santa Clara County Park annual pass, otherwise it is $6.00 per car, credit card only)

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