Hi Birders
This bird walk will be slow enough for us to see the birds which make themselves available to us.
With fall migration over we’ll be looking for wintering migrants such as the Varied Thrush, Hermit Thrush, and Townsend’s Solitaire.
During early October Warbler’s may be possible, such as Orange Crown, Townsend’s, and Hermit Warblers.
Late September towards early October can bring interesting raptors.
Mount Tam State Park is on the winter migration path for many species of raptors, we’ll keep our eye on the sky also.
Of course, we keep listening for Pileated Woodpeckers, Cedar Waxwings, Purple Finches, and Red-Crossbills too.
Meet in the Rock Spring Parking Area by 7:30 AM, we’ll start birding at 8 AM.
Dress in layers, your scope is optional, please no walking sticks and only the trip leader can use digital calling.
The trip will use established paths and some roadside walking too.
CAPACITY: Only RSVP if you are able to attend
PARKING: We strongly recommend carpooling and arriving 30 minutes early to find parking. Pantoll and Bootjack require a $8 fee - bring exact change! you can also pay through the Yodel app. The Quarry Parking lot (just past Mountain Theater) is an option if Rock Spring Parking lot is full. Pantoll parking is very limited – BootJack sometimes will have open spots or there are limited parking spots along Pantoll Road heading up to Rock Spring. Bus service schedule is available at https://marintransit.org/routes/61
FAMILIES: Not suitable for children under 12
DURATION: Each event is scheduled to last no more than 2 hours
CANCELLATIONS: Rain, red flag days, winds above 30 mph, and unforeseen circumstances will cancel. Check the Friends of Mt Tam Facebook for updates: https://www.facebook.com/FriendsOfMtTam
WATER: Bring your own water. Most hikes do not pass by public drinking water sources.
STURDY BOOTS: Trails are uneven, rocky and can be very steep in places. Sandals, sneakers and running shoes are not recommended.
Personal Binoculars are recommended, but not required.
