Field Trips
Listing of Madrone field trips in Sonoma County and the North Bay, plus other upcoming events.
General Information for All Events
The field trips are free, open to the public and suitable for all levels of interest. No sign-up is required. Bring your binoculars, field guide, liquids, plus lunch for full-day trips; wear layered clothing, hats, and sun protection. Sturdy walking shoes or hiking boots recommended. Heavy rain cancels the walks unless otherwise indicated. Prior notification of attendance is not required. Participants of all experience levels are welcome and may join or leave the group at any time during the day.
Summer 2025 Outings
Bring binoculars and wear outdoor clothing suitable for the weather forecast. Our outings are free for members and the public. (We may have binoculars to loan for your outing.)
Thursday, June 12, 8:30 –10:30 AM
Foothill Regional Park
1351 Arata Lane, Windsor
Leader: Janet Bosshard
Parking pass is required. We will check out the ponds and walk up the gentle hills, looking for summer birds. Info: (707) 480-3432.
Thursday, July 17, 8:30 -10:30 AM
West County Trail, between Graton & Forestville.
Leader: Janet Bosshard
Turn left off Hwy 116 onto Ross Station Road. Come down to the parking lot on the left. No parking pass is required. We will walk along the flat multi-use path. A nice area to bird on a warm summer morning. Info: (707) 480-3432.
Thursday, August 14, 8:30 -10:30 AM,
Doran Regional Park
Bodega Bay
Leader: Janet Bosshard
Use your county park pass or buy a day pass there. Park in the first dirt lot on your left. We will scan the shoreline for the early return of Fall birds, then cross the road to walk the paved trail to the east along the marsh. Info: (707) 480-3432.
Other Groups' Field Trip Calendars
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Winging it Wednesdays
Redwood Region Ornithological Society (RROS)
RROS calendar
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