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California Thrasher by Erica Fleniken
Field Trip: Ulistac for Beginners (Santa Clara)
Join us for a leisurely outing to look for songbirds, woodpeckers, raptors and water birds. This urban open space with oak and riparian woodlands and seasonal wetlands contains the last 40 acres of natural, undeveloped land along the Guadalupe River in the city of Santa Clara. Park volunteers are continuing to remove invasive species and add California native plants, making this place a rich urban sanctuary great for year-round birding. This trip is geared towards beginners but all are welcome!
Trip Difficulty: 1.5-2 miles, packed-dirt trails, little or no elevation gain, some shade, paved ramps up to the levee, otherwise no elevation gain
Other Trip Notes: Please bring binoculars.
Leaders: Susan Tenney (408) 802-6184
Family Friendly Ages 10 and up, Beginner Friendly
Meet: Ulistac south entrance off Lick Mill Blvd
Directions: From CA-237 exit Great America Pkwy south, drive 0.8 miles, then turn left on Tasman Dr. In 1 mile turn right on Lick Mill Blvd and travel about 0.5 miles to the park which will be on your left. Street parking. Latitude/Longitude: 37.403418, -121.953984
Facilities: No toilets. Restrooms are available scross the street at Lick Mill Park.
Parking Type and Fees: street parking, no fees
Banner Photo: California Thrasher by Erica Fleniken
Questions? Email general questions to fieldtrips@scvbirdalliance.org or contact the trip leader for questions regarding the event.