The bay area has some special guests that have arrived early in their winter migration, e.g. golden-crowned sparrows and white-crowned sparrows. Normally arriving during the third week of October, these large sparrows travel from their breeding sites in the northern US and Canada. The golden-crowned sparrow has a cap with a lemon-yellow stripe surrounded by black stripes, and the white-crowned sparrow has a black and white-striped cap. 

October is a great time to see the sparrows before they lose their bright plumage later in the winter. Join the hike to learn about the best places to spot these seed-eating birds.

For this month’s birding hike, naturalist Jerry Coe will show you how to identify these and other common birds in the field and how to use essential tools like binoculars and bird guides. You will also learn how to identify birds by observing flight patterns, noting body shapes and sizes, hearing songs, and watching behaviors.

Date: Saturday, October 15
Time: 8 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Location: Turtle Back Trailhead
Difficulty: Easy, 1.5 mile walk

Free (donations appreciated).
Space is limited; reservations required.
Cancellations notified via email.

Questions? Email programs@friendsofchinacamp.org
or call (415) 456-0766.