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Great Egret by Anar Daswani

Charleston Slough and Egret Rookery

This easy walk covers Charleston Slough, Coast-Casey Forebay, Salt Pond A1 and Shoreline Lake. We will look for sandpipers, ducks, wading birds, terns, and a variety of other species. After the walk, the group will have the option to caravan to the egret and heron rookery on Shorebird Way in Mountain View. Advanced birders, beginning birders and everyone in between are all welcome to attend!

Trip Difficulty: 2 miles, flat trails, mostly paved

Leaders: Allen Royer, Bilal Al-Shahwany (408) 482-0396 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

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

Facilities: Restroom and drinking water at trailhead

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