Beginner’s Bird and Plant Identification Walk Series at Lake Cunningham Park

Session #4: First Day of Winter

Special Joint CNPS/SCVAS/SCVOSA Program

Sunday, Dec 22, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Do you love being outdoors? Do you want to deepen your appreciation of nature by learning the names of birds and plants around you? At the onset of winter, join us for a beginner’s bird and plant identification walk through Lake Cunningham Park, a major destination for waterfowl and migratory birds. Its native garden is home for many resident birds for its habitat value. On this walk, Vicki Silvas-Young will show you how to identify the common birds of our area, as well as the native plants they depend on for food, shelter, and nesting places. This plant walk is organized jointly by the California Native Plant Society, Santa Clara Valley Audubon Society, and the Open Space Authority, and is open to all. Space is limited. RSVP through California Native Plant Society – Santa Clara Valley Chapter or through the Santa Clara Valley Open Space Authority events page.

Trip Difficulty: 2 mile round trip on a level path

Meet: Lake Cunningham Marina

Vicki Silvas-Young, (408) 807-6993

Family friendly, ages 10+

Beginner Friendly

Google Plus Code: “85PR+22 San Jose, California” (paste code, city, and state into Google maps)

Directions: From US-101, exit Tully Rd. Continue east on Tully Rd. Park entrance road is on your left in 2 miles. Continue into the park, following the signs to the marina.

Facilities: bathrooms

Parking Fees: yes, credit card only