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Yellow Warbler by Teresa Cheng

Field Trip: Phylo-birding at Vasona (Los Gatos)

We’ll use the resident birds and fall migrants of Vasona Lake County Park to focus on ways in which phylogenetic and biogeographic knowledge can enrich your birding experience. Habitats include the lake, Los Gatos Creek and its riparian woodland, and lots of open lawn. A handout will be provided.

Trip Type: Standard

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

Capacity: 15

Price: Free

Trip Difficulty: 3 miles, paved trails, little or no elevation gain, some shade

Tags: Beginner Friendly

Meet: main entrance, first parking lot on left after entry kiosk.

Directions: From CA-85 in Los Gatos, exit Winchester Blvd. Continue south for about 1.5 miles (Winchester Blvd becomes North Santa Cruz Ave) then turn left onto Blossom Hill Rd. The park entrance will be on your left in less than 0.5 miles. Latitude/Longitude: 37.235556, -121.973150

Facilities: ADA accessible bathroom, drinking water, 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)

Leaders: John Harshman (408) 406-4733

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