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Seasons Changing at Palo Alto Baylands

American Avocets by Tom Grey

As the season changes from summer to fall, we’ll have the opportunity to see the first migrating shorebirds arriving from the north, while continuing to enjoy the 'growing up' bird families from this summer. Along the trails and in the sloughs we'll look for resident Avocets and Stilts; we’ll check-in on the Barn and Cliff Swallows with the youngsters getting ready to fledge; and we’ll spot returning migrants such as Marbled Godwits, Long-billed Curlews and Whimbrels.

Trip Difficulty: 2 miles, gravel and packed-dirt trails, little or no elevation gain, little to no shade

Other Trip Notes: Trip will be cancelled if weather is too hot.

Leaders: Diane McCoy (650) 714-3769, Peg Alberts (408) 891-3554

Beginner Friendly, Family Friendly All Ages, Wheelchair Accessible, Intermediate Level Birding

Meet: Parking lot across from Lucy Evans Nature Center

Directions: "From US-101 in Palo Alto take Embarcadero Rd east towards the bay. Pass the airport and turn left at the T-intersection. Continue for 0.5 miles passing the duck pond. Just over the bridge, the nature center (2775 Embarcadero Rd) will be on your left and the paved parking area will be on your right. Latitude/Longitude: 37.458949, -122.105212

Facilities: ADA accessible porta-potty, drinking water, cell phone service

Parking Type and Fees: paved parking lot, no fees

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