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Tree Swallow by Deanne Tucker
Summer at Lake Almaden (Accessible)
It's summer and the quiet season at the lake but there's always something to see here. We’ll look for egrets, herons, swallows and bluebirds. This will be an easy, slow-paced trip geared towards beginning birders. We’ll stick to paved paths; wheelchairs, walkers and other assistive devices are welcome.
Trip Difficulty: 1 mile; paved flat paths, one wooden pedestrian bridge, little shade
Leaders: Eve Meier (408) 569-9391 and Edward Rooks (408) 318-2485
Beginner Friendly, Family Friendly All Ages, Wheelchair Accessible
Meet: near blue bathrooms in the Winfield Blvd parking lot
Directions: From CA-85 in San Jose, exit Almaden Expy. Drive south for 0.8 miles, turn left onto Coleman Rd, then make the first right onto Winfield Blvd. Park entrance is on your right in less than ½ mile. Latitude/Longitude: 37.2389964, -121.8698891
Facilities: Bathrooms and drinking water
Parking Type and Fees: Parking lot has a daily use fee. You can also park along Winfield Blvd for free.
Questions? Email general questions to fieldtrips@scvas.org or contact the trip leader for questions regarding the event.