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Belted Kingfisher by Teresa Cheng
Winter birding at Santa Clara Valley Water District Headquarters (SCVWD)
Located in Almaden Valley, adjacent to Almaden Lake, and hidden behind the SCVWD headquarters are two percolation ponds, drought tolerant gardens, and the start of the Guadalupe River. We’ll scan the ponds and the Guadalupe River in search of ducks, wading birds, and songbirds. If we’re lucky, we will spot the Scaly-breasted Munia that breed in the area.
Trip Difficulty: 1.5 miles, paved and gravel trails, little or no elevation gain, little to no shade
Leaders: Sheila Raymond (408) 887-4854, Linda Sullivan (408) 540-8420 and Andy Melnick (650) 823-4117
Beginner Friendly, Family Friendly All Ages, Stroller Friendly, Wheelchair Accessible
Meet: sidewalk in front of 5700 Almaden Expy
Directions: From CA-85, take Almaden Expy south. At Via Monte Dr (first light after crossing Blossom Hill), make a U-turn then make the next right and turn into the headquarters parking lot. Park in visitor parking in front of 5700 Almaden Expressway or in any other unmarked spot. Latitude/Longitude: 37.248545, -121.874083
Facilities: cell phone service, bike rack
Parking Type and Fees: paved parking lot, ADA compliant spots
Questions? Email general questions to fieldtrips@scvas.org or contact the trip leader for questions regarding the event.