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2010 Calendar of Tours and Events
For Current Tour Information, please call 916-875-WILD
| DATE | EVENT |
|---|---|
| February 27 | Wetlands and Waterfowl Tour I |
| April 10 | Creek Week - Birds & Blooms |
| April 14 | Creek Week - Local Fishes |
| May 2 | Spring Migration at the Bufferlands |
| May 15 | Walk On The Wildside |
| June 23 | Twilight On The Bufferlands |
| Sept 15 | Fall Migration |
| Dec 8 | Wetlands and Waterfowl Tour II |
Wetlands and Waterfowl Tour I
Saturday, February 27th
8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Tour a managed seasonal and permanent wetland area within the Sacramento Regional County Sanitation District Bufferlands in Elk Grove. The wetlands and waterfowl tour offers a chance to see many bird and mammal species including waterfowl, shorebirds, raptors, beavers and coyotes. Tour participants will enjoy a 2 mile walk guided by a Bufferlands staff wildlife biologist who will explain current management and restoration techniques. Space is limited.
For more information on this tour please contact Kevin Cassady at 875-9196 or email cassadyk@sacsewer.com
Creek Week - Birds & Blooms Tour
Saturday, April 10th
1:30 pm to 3:30 pm
The Fishhead Lake mitigation wetland is a nice example of wetlands created as mitigation for earlier wetland losses. The wetland has both a permanent and seasonal component as well as a surrounding upland buffer. Thousands of waterfowl winter at the wetland and many remain year-round to nest and raise young. Much of the area is planted to native wildflowers that bloom in early spring. California poppies, lupines, owl's clover, baby blue-eyes, and many others can bee seen spreading about the uplands and wetland edges. Visitors will receive a packet of native flower seeds to start their own native garden. Please see our California Wildflower Planting Instructions.
The meeting location is weather-dependant, so please contact Roger Jones at (916) 875-9174 or email jonesro@sacswer.com the week preceding the event for exact meeting location and directions
Creek Week - Local Fish Fauna
Wednesday, April 14th
12:00 noon - 2:00 pm
What lurks in the murky depths of Sacramento's urban creeks? Join SRCSD Bufferlands staff for an introduction to the local fish fauna. We will demonstrate fish sampling techniques in a local lake, practice hands-on (for those that aren't too squeamish) fish identification, and discuss the natural history of California's diverse fish communities. In addition, we will be able to view one of the direct consumers of the local fish populations as we spy on a large heron and egret rookery. This tour includes a short, 1/2 mile walk and an opportunity to see some of the Bufferlands riparian and wetland habitat restoration projects.
The meeting location is weather-dependant, so please contact Steve Scott at (916) 875-9307 or email scotts@sacsewer.com the week preceding the event for exact meeting location and directions.
Spring Migration at the Bufferlands
Sunday, May 2nd
7:00 am - 11:00 am
This morning tour will focus on finding migrant songbirds, resident breeders, and lingering winter residents. The heron, egret and cormorant rookery will be in full swing, and if water levels are right, we could have excellent shore-birding conditions. The Sac Reg. County Sanitation District Bufferlands contain 2,650 acres of wetlands, riparian forest, grasslands, vernal pools, and restored habitats. Be prepared for up to three miles of walking.
For directions and more information, call 876-9700, or e-mail Chris Conard at: conardc@sacsewer.com
Walk on the Wildside - Rookery Tour
Saturday, May 15th
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Join the Sacramento Regional County Sanitation District (SRCSD) Bufferlands and the Stone Lakes National Wildlife Refuge for a Walk on the Wildside, a celebration of International Migratory Bird Day. Walk on the Wildside highlights local efforts to protect and restore Central Valley habitats. This free, family-oriented event includes tours, presentations, live animals, music, hands-on activities, informational exhibits, and more. Guided and self-guided tours are offered throughout the day. Explore a pristine valley oak riparian forest in search of migratory songbirds. Visit numerous wetland and riparian restoration projects. Enjoy a unique opportunity to see one of approximately four heron rookeries in Sacramento County on a Bufferlands guided tour. This rookery contains 67 active nests of great blue herons, great egrets, and double crested cormorants. Spotting scopes will be available for optimum viewing of these fascinating and beautiful birds.
The event is held at Beach Lake Park, near the town of Freeport. Click here for a map or here for more information.
For more info contact Kevin Cassady at 875-9196 or cassadyk@sacsewer.com
Twilight On The Bufferlands
Wednesday, June 23rd
6:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Don't miss this unique opportunity to explore some of the Great Central Valley habitats at dusk on the Bufferlands. During the tour participants may have a chance to see beavers, river otters, muskrats, raccoons, owls and more.
Please wear appropriate clothing for walking on trails and bring water and binoculars if you have a pair. Call Lora Leerskov at (916) 875-9309 or e-mail her at leerskovl@sacsewer.com to confirm your reservation and meeting location.
Fall Migration
Wednesday, Sept 15th
7:00 am - 11:00 am
This morning tour of the Bufferlands will occur during the peak of fall migration. We will focus on finding migrant songbirds, lingering nesting birds, raptors and early waterfowl. Exploring riparian forest, oak woodlands, grasslands and wetlands should produce a good sample of the species present. The Bufferlands contain 2,650 acres of wetlands, riparian forest, grasslands, vernal pools, and restored habitats. Be prepared for up to 3 miles of walking.
For directions and more information, call 876-9700, or e-mail Chris Conard at: conardc@sacsewer.com
Wetlands and Waterfowl Tour II
Saturday, December 8th
8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Tour one of the seasonal or permanent wetland areas within the Sacramento Regional County Sanitation District Bufferlands in Elk Grove. The wetlands and waterfowl tour offers a chance to see many bird and mammal species including waterfowl, shorebirds, raptors, beavers and coyotes. Tour participants will enjoy a short walk guided by a Bufferlands staff wildlife biologist who will explain current wildlife management and habitat restoration techniques. Space is limited.
The meeting location is weather-dependant, so please contact Roger Jones via email at jonesro@sacsewer.com during the week preceding the event for exact meeting location and directions. If you do not have email, you can contact him at 916-875-9174.