Observe, enjoy and learn about the hundreds of bird species that visit our wetlands every year. If you haven't spent time by the bay, you are in for a real treat. SCVAS will have docents stationed on the Charleston Slough observation deck overlooking the tidal estuary, identifying birds and discussing their behaviors and adaptations. Drop in anytime during the event and bring binoculars if you have them. Otherwise, there will be some binoculars available. Registration is not required for drop-ins, but we encourage it so you can be notified of cancellations and add the event to your calendar.

Trip Difficulty: this event is not a walk

Barbara Millin: (650) 229-4933, Adam Burnett, Mary Ann Robertson and Dan Bloch

Family Friendly Ages 10+, Beginner Friendly, Wheelchair Accessible, Loaner Binoculars Available

Meet: Charleston Slough observation deck

Directions: From US-101 in Mountain View, exit San Antonio Rd. Continue north to the end of San Antonio Rd then turn right onto Terminal Blvd. Park along Terminal Blvd. Once parked, use the trail that starts at the restrooms near the corner of Terminal and San Antonio to walk to the observation deck which is about one eighth of a mile into the park. Google Plus Code: “CWM2+G3 Mountain View, California”  (paste code, city, and state into Google maps). Latitude/Longitude: 37.436059, -122.098875

Facilities: restrooms and drinking water at trailhead

Parking Fees: no

This trip is organized by the Santa Clara Valley Audubon Society (https://scvas.org/).  Please read our trip policies.  Questions? Contact the trip leader or email scvasfieldtrips@gmail.com.