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Field Trip: Morning Walk at Sunnyvale WPCP

  • 37.417656,-122.019014 (map)

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Common Gallinule by Julie MacKinnon

Morning Walk at Sunnyvale WPCP

Join us for a flat, 2.5-mile out-and-back walk along the ponds and waterways that make up Sunnyvale's Water Pollution Control Plant. Beginning early to avoid the heat on shadeless trails, we’ll explore the East and West ponds and end scanning the landfill. We may see Phalaropes, Terns, Pelicans, Gallinules, Swallows, and more.

Trip Difficulty: 2.5 miles, gravel trails, packed-dirt trails, rocky trails, little or no elevation gain, little to no shade

Other Trip Notes: The trails out into the Bay have no shade. Bring sun protection and plenty of water.

Leaders: Ryan Ludman (248) 719-1331

Beginner Friendly, Family Friendly Ages 10 and up, No elevation gain

Meet: North side of the W Caribbean Dr and Google Caribbean intersection

Directions: From CA-237 in Sunnyvale, exit Lawrence Expy/Caribbean Dr. Continue onto Caribbean Dr. In a little over one mile, you’ll pass Borregas Ave. After you’ve passed Borregas Ave, park anywhere along W Caribbean Dr. Latitude/Longitude: 37.417656,-122.019014

Facilities: porta-potty, cell phone service

Parking Type and Fees: street parking, ADA compliant spots

Banner Photo: Common Gallinule by Julie MacKinnon

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