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American Avocet in breeding plumage by Doreen Deicke

CHARLESTON SLOUGH

We will look for sandpipers and ducks in Charleston Slough, wading birds in the nearby marsh, terns and gulls on Salt Pond A1, and scoters and grebes on Shoreline Lake. Advanced birders, beginning birders and everyone in between are all welcome to attend!

Trip Difficulty: 2 mile, flat trails, mostly paved

Leaders: Allen Royer, Dan Bloch (650) 862-2178 and Diane McCoy (650) 714-3769

Beginner Friendly, Family Friendly All Ages, Wheelchair Accessible

Meet: Trailhead near corner of Terminal Blvd and San Antonio Rd, Mountain View

Directions: From US-101 in Mountain View, exit San Antonio Rd. Continue north to the end of San Antonio Rd then turn right onto Terminal Blvd. Park along Terminal Blvd. Latitude/Longitude: 37.433767, -122.099796

Facilities: Restroom and drinking water at trailhead

Parking Type and Fees: paved parking, ADA compliant spots available, no fees

Questions? Email general questions to fieldtrips@scvas.org or contact the trip leader for questions regarding the event.