Birding Lagoon Valley

Lagoon Valley and Pena Adobe

Wednesday, April 30, 9 AM to 1:30 PM

We will first bird at Pena Adobe Park, located off I-80 just west of Vacaville. Pena Adobe is a historic park with well established trees, including an orange tree planted as early as the1860s. Birds we've seen here include Brown Creeper, Hermit Thrush and Black-headed Grosbeak.

After exploring Pena Adobe we will drive to Lagoon Valley Park. There is a $5 parking fee here, and note the kiosk only takes either exact cash---no change given!---or debit/credit card. Birds seen at Lagoon Valley have included Western Bluebird, Cliff Swallow, Bullock's Oriole and Western Kingbird. If the lake level is low, there is a good chance for Wilson's Snipe and Greater Yellow-legs. Bufflehead and American Wigeon are often among the waterbirds on the lake.

Trail Rating: 1 - Easy. Mostly level paths.

Leader: Mona Lange, 510-414-2959

Meet: Pena Adobe Park, off I-80 between Fairfeld and Vacaville.

Directions: Take 680 to 80 East towards Sacramento. Take Exit 51B, Pena Adobe Road.

DO NOT take the Lagoon Valley Road exit.

After the stop sign, proceed straight veering to the LEFT onto Pena Adobe Road. Meet at the restroom building. Address is 4699 Pena Adobe Road, Vacaville, CA.

This field trip is limited to 12 participants. Participants must acknowledge the MDBA Liability Waiver (available during registration).

(Photo of Brown Creeper by Mona Lange)

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