Field trip registration opens Nov 21 at 8 pm. Preview window open now. To be informed of last-minute open spots on our field trips, sign-up for South Bay Bird Events.
In-Person Field Trips
Tax Season and Contributions
As the year draws to a close we want to remind you there is more than one way to give.
Annual Appeal
What we do can’t be done without you. As the year draws to a close, we ask that you renew your support for our mission — bringing the joy of birds to every part of our community.
Speaker Series: Jack Aronian
We’re learning all about H5N1 with Jack Aronian, a student birder and filmmaker from New York, just in time for the seasonal flu spike! Join us Wednesday, November 19th at 7pm for this month’s Speaker Series!
SCVBA in the News - Palo Alto Online
We were joined by some journalists from Palo Alto Online for a few of our centennial field trips last month. Take a look at what they discovered with us!
SCVBA in the News - Mountain View Voice
Check out the Mountain View Voice’s coverage of our latest vagrant superstar in the county - the Dark-sided Flycatcher.
Bay Area Bird Photographers: Birding Across India
Join the BABP on November 5th, 7pm, for a journey through the varied habitats of India with Vinayak Hebbagil and Shweta Shirdore!
Environmental Advocacy Needs Your Support
Our advocacy team works hard throughout the year to speak up for the protection of the birds, wildlife, and ecosystems we love! Now’s the time to show your support!
SCVBA in the News - Los Altos Town Crier
It’s always fun to get news coverage for your birthday! Check out the Los Altos Town Crier’s October 15th edition to see our feature!
Speaker Series: Craig Nikitas
Raptors capture our attention and fascination. But who do we call when we find one injured? We’re speaking with Craig Nikitas of Bay Raptor Rescue to learn more about his mission to protect the raptors we love on Oct 22.
Silent Auction
We’ve assembled a fantastic collection of paintings, sculptures, drawings, and books for you this year! Take a moment to peruse our auction catalog, and make a bid on the newest addition to your home!
Bidding opens October 3, 9pm.
BABP - Covid Garden
Join the Bay Area Bird Photographers for an evening exploring the photography of Reno Davenport, as he shares the backyard project that carried him through COVID-times. This presentation will be held over zoom on Wednesday, October 1 at 7:30pm.
In-Person Field Trips
Speaker Series: Walter Koenig
We’re learning about the cooperation and conflict that defines the complex lives of the Acorn Woodpecker with Walt Koenig this month! Join us for this free program on Wednesday, September 17 at 7pm.
Avocet - Fall Edition
Check out the latest edition of The Avocet! With pieces from our Young Birders Club, a look at some of the amazing humans that make our work possible, a dive into what makes a bird’s name, and much more, you’re sure to enjoy this edition.
In-Person Field Trips
More field trips will be posted to the website on Aug 18th. Registration opens on the 21st at 8 pm.
To be informed of last-minute open spots on our field trips, sign-up for South Bay Bird Events.
Speaker Series: Martin Ogle
Join naturalist and energy educator Martin Ogle for an engaging program that explores the fascinating relationship between avian life and energy on August 20. We’ll be learning about how birds push the limits of metabolism, find the energy to fuel their inspiring feats, and how our own efforts to generate impact birds.
Watch the program →
The First 40 Years - Palo Alto Summer Bird Count
The Palo Alto Summer Bird Count has run for 40 years. In those decades, the awesome birders contributing to this dataset have had the opportunity to see the ebb and flow of our local populations.
Centennial Banquet: Early Bird Registration
You’re invited! Join us for an evening of food, birding, and community on October 3rd as we open our month-long centennial celebration with dinner and a presentation by author Kenn Kaufman. Save by registering early today!
Free Birding Class
Shorebirds are coming in fast, and we want to set you up for success! Join Matthew Dodder for a free class on shorebirds, just in time for the late summer/fall migration! Class will be held online on August 18, 7PM.