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Say's Phoebe by Gena Zolotar

Coyote Valley Open Space Preserve

Come south towards Morgan Hill and explore grassland and Blue Oak woodlands looking for raptors such as American Kestrels, Northern Harriers and courting Red-tailed Hawks. Ferruginous Hawks, Golden Eagles and Peregrine falcons are possible. We'll also be on the lookout for Yellow-billed Magpies, Loggerhead Shrikes and Say's Phoebes. We will explore the meadow for about ½ mile on a flat dirt path, then if time permits we will continue up the Arrowhead Loop trail to the overlook, about ¾ mile one-way. Trail to overlook is moderately strenuous.

Trip Difficulty: Up to 4 miles, dirt trails, some elevation gain

Leaders: Sheila Raymond (408) 887-4854, Andy Melnick (650) 823-4117 and Joyce Zhang (650) 656-5830

Beginner Friendly

Meet: Coyote Valley OSP parking lot

Directions: From US-101 in Morgan Hill, exit Bailey Ave. Travel west for about 0.7 miles then turn left onto Santa Teresa Blvd. Continue for about 2 miles then turn right onto Palm Ave. The preserve is at the end of the road. Latitude/Longitude: 37.171062, -121.727388

Parking Type and Fees: No fee required

Facilities: Vault toilet available in parking lot

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