UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine

School of Veterinary Medicine

 

Field Trips

“Rocks, Raptors and Wildflowers” on Saturday, April 11, 2009

red-shouldered hawkJoin the California Raptor Center for an exciting one-day field trip on the natural history of western Yolo County. We will feature rocks and flowers on the ground and raptors in the air. The field trip will show participants how to observe all these for maximum enjoyment. Wildlife enthusiasts of all levels and experience are welcome. Bring binoculars for birds and magnifying lenses for wildflowers.

The field trip will begin at the California Raptor Center at 8:30 a.m. sharp on Saturday, April 11, 2009. You will be using your own car or car pooling with other participants westward and northward across Yolo County via Winters and Putah Creek. Pack a lunch for a picnic lunch stop. We will visit Cache Creek Canyon and Bear Valley before returning between 5-6 pm.

Wildflower Field Eagle Perched

For directions click here. Parking is free.

There is no fee for the field trip; this is meant as an educational experience, and you don’t have to be a “birder” to enjoy the experience. The group is limited to 25 persons.  So that we can confirm your reservation, please contact CRC at 530-752-9994 and register by leaving a message with your name, number of people in your party and a phone number (including area code) where you can be reached.