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Jim has slowly learned how to operate a fairly primitive WordPress website. It doesn't look like much, but all the SFVAS information anyone needs is here. Gifts of good-quality white wine are welcome but not required.
June 16, 2011
Children’s Birdathon Winners!
The $20 Target gift card for the most fundraising in the Children's Birdathon went to Alyssa Berman and the $10 gift card for runner-up went to Parker Jackson. Between them they raised over $300! We wish to thank all our generous contributors for their donations! If you meant to send in a contribution, it is…
June 3, 2011
Monthly Field Trip to Mt. Pinos
Please note the new, earlier meeting time. Join us for summer montane species such as Fox Sparrow, Green-tailed Towhee, Dusky Flycatcher, Cassin’s Finch, Hairy Woodpecker and Clark’s Nutcracker. Meet in the parking lot at Iris Meadows. Bring plenty of water, sunscreen, insect repellent and lunch. Directions: From the San Fernando Valley, take I-5 north to…Monthly Field Trip to Rancho Sierra Vista Preserve
NOTE: Second Saturday and 7:30 AM Start Time We expect to see Blue Grosbeak, Lazuli Bunting, orioles, flycatchers, raptors, possibly Grasshopper Sparrow. Directions: Take the Ventura Freeway (101) to the Lynn Road exit in Thousand Oaks. Go south on Lynn Road and proceed 5.3 miles to Via Goleta. Turn left at Via Goleta to the…
May 13, 2011
Birdathon 2011 Results Update
The scheduled Birdathon Events for the 2011 season come to a close May 21 & 22 with the Children’s Birdathon on Saturday and the Youth Birdathon on Sunday. The results reported to the Birdathon Chair, Rose Leibowitz, are listed below. Congratulations to Jim Moore and his team on achieving a high count for the Palmdale…
May 3, 2011
Yet Another Birdathon Update!
The Children's Birdathon Event will be held on Saturday, May 21, 2011 from 9:00 am to 11:00 am. The Youth Birdathon Event will be held on Sunday, March 22, 2011 from 9:00 am to 11:00 am. Both events will be held at the Sepulveda Basin Wildlife Area. Click here for more information and entry forms.
May 1, 2011
Birdathon Update!
Hello Loyal Birdathoners and Birdathon Supporters! Please note that the Children's Birdathon Event and the Youth Birdathon Event are both scheduled for Sunday, May 22, 2011 from 9 AM to 11 AM, and that the dates in the Calendar section of the May Phainopepla are in error. For more information and to participate in these two events,…
April 30, 2011
Youth Birdathon Event!
For teenagers and young adults, including students who have participated in our Student Conservation Program at Sepulveda Basin. The pledge forms and more information are available here, or can be obtained by e-mailing rose.leibowitz@sfvaudubon.org. Directions: Exit the San Diego Freeway (I-405) on Burbank Blvd. Go west about one-half mile to Woodley Avenue and turn right…Children’s Birdathon Event!
For elementary-aged school children and their families or organizations at Sepulveda Basin. Pledge forms and more information are available here, or can be obtained by e-mailing rose.leibowitz@sfvaudubon.org. We hope some of the young people who have enjoyed the field trips will be able to bring their parents. We also encourage members to take this opportunity…Monthly Field Trip – Walker Ranch / Placerita Canyon Park
Saturday, May 14. Monthly Field Trip to Walker Ranch. Note second Saturday and earlier meeting time. Meet at the Walker Ranch entrance. We will look for Costa’s Hummingbird, Lazuli Bunting, fycatchers, warblers, orioles and much more. Directions: Take the 405 or 5 Freeway north to the Antelope Valley (14) Freeway. Exit the 14 at Placerita…
April 16, 2011