SFVAS is continuing to work with our partners, the Friends of the Los Angeles River (FoLAR) and the California Native Plant Society (CNPS) on the ongoing Habitat Restoration efforts in the Sepulveda Basin Wildlife Reserve (SBWR). This group gathers every Fourth Saturday morning to work and weed. If you would like to get involved and get your hands dirty, →
The Sepulveda Basin Wildlife Areas Steering Committee (SBWASC) oversees, in its advisory capacity, the wildlife reserve areas and other areas of present or potential natural value within the Sepulveda Basin, including the Los Angeles River and its tributaries; and supports policies and programs that ensure their long term preservation and protection. The SBWASC is advisory →
Sara Cuadra‑Vargas of the Xerces Society will join us on Thursday, March 26, to share an in‑depth presentation on monarch butterflies. She will explore the western monarch’s extraordinary migration, the dramatic population decline of more than 95%, and the key stressors driving this loss. The talk will also highlight current conservation efforts across California and →
This month only - outing will be Sunday 3/29/2026!! Hansen Dam is a huge area with varied habitat, and like the Sepulveda Basin is part of the City of Los Angeles flood control infrastructure operated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Unlike the Sepulveda Basin, in the event of heavy and prolonged precipitation water →
Start Time: 8:00 AM Estimated Species: 25 Walk Leader: Rod Rodriguez Contact: rodthebirder@gmail.com Sheldon Arleta Park is located where the 5 and the 170 meet. Meet in the parking lot oƯ Sheldon St. This is the only parking lot. (Google Map) Looking for more info on this year's Birdathon? Please check the links below! Birdathon →
The first Sunday of every month brings San Fernando Valley Audubon Society’s iconic Sepulveda Basin Bird Outing. Over 300 avian species have been reported to eBird along the route of this approximate 2 mile tour, from the huge American White Pelican wintering in the Wildlife Lake to the tiniest of hummingbirds there year round. It is common →
A Bird Sit is an alternative approach to birding. Instead of extended walking and standing, it involves finding a comfortable spot in nature to sit, slow down, be in the moment, and notice details and behavior patterns. A Bird Sit is not list-driven. It is not always trying to get the next bird. It is a way →
Start Time: 8:00 AM Estimated Species: 40 Walk Leader: Alexander deBarros Contact: alexanderdebarros@yahoo.com Looking for more info on this year's Birdathon? Please check the links below! Birdathon 2026 Official Announcement Make a Pledge or Donation
San Fernando Valley Audubon invites you to guided tours of the reserve on Second Saturdays. The walks will include the many birds, other wildlife, habitat, and recovery from the devastating fire of September 2020. The emphasis of each tour will vary with participants’ interests. Tours of this special place will last 1.5 – 2 hours, →
Sunset excursion to Lake Balboa and the Los Angeles River ! Get together at Best Ball Bar- Woodley Lakes Golf Course. Meet at the Woodley Lakes Golf Course flag pole at7 PM, directions are below, look for a SFVAS sign. The plan is for a leisurly excursion crossing Hayvenhurst Creek from the golf course to the lovely Lake →
Start Time: 7:30 AM Estimated Species: 45 Walk Leader: Kris Ohlenkamp Contact: kris.ohlenkamp@sbcglobal.net Looking for more info on this year's Birdathon? Please check the links below! Birdathon 2026 Official Announcement Make a Pledge or Donation
Start Time: 8:00 AM Estimated Species: 30 Walk Leader: Paula Orlovich & Jolene Herz Contact: RSVP (747) 237-3720 Looking for more info on this year's Birdathon? Please check the links below! Birdathon 2026 Official Announcement Make a Pledge or Donation