Grab your camera and start shooting! We’re livening up the summer doldrums with a friendly photo competition running July 1-September 2. To keep things spicy we’re switching up themes every two weeks, so make sure you’re checking in regularly!
Speaker Series: Ivan Phillipsen
What’s a bird without its feathers? We’re speaking with birder, podcaster, and professional naturalist, Ivan Phillipsen, on July 17 to learn about the pigments and physical structures that made birds (and their feathers) so spectacular.
In-Person Field Trips
More field trips will be posted to the website on June 28th. TRIP POLICY: Please limit your sign-ups to 1 weekend trip and 2 weekday trips per month. To be informed of last-minute open spots on our field trips, sign-up for South Bay Bird Events.
Speaker Series: Jessica Burton
On June 19 we sat down with biologist Jessica Burton to get her insights on monitoring endangered birds and some of the strategies for supplementing their vulnerable habitats.
Birdathon Awards Night
You’re invited for an evening of food, prizes, and casual birding as we celebrate the close of yet another Birdathon! Help us celebrate our fundraisers and enjoy an evening out at McClellan Ranch on June 8.
Speaker Series: Sophie Osborn
We sat down with Sophie Osborn, author of Feather Trails, to discuss her experiences as a wildlife biologist working to re-introduce captive-bred endangered species back into the wild.
SCVAS Board of Directors is now recruiting
SCVAS is currently looking to recruit new members to our Board of Directors! We are looking for dedicated, motivated people with a passion for our work and leadership skills to join our board.
'The World in Motion'
The world is in motion with the May migration, and our Executive Director Matthew Dodder, speaks with the San Jose Mercury News with insight on this annual mass-movement.
All Around Town
It’s spring, and the birds are nesting now! Enjoy the latest edition of our backyard bird report, with your observations of the birds that live among us. Photo: Teresa Cheng
Speaker Series: Susan Glass
Tune in Wednesday, April 17th at 7PM as we speak to poet and professor, Susan Glass! Born blind, Susan will be sharing her birding journey with us as a nature-lover who uses the sounds surrounding her to illustrate the natural world.
Bring Your Own Photos Night (BABP)
Twice a year, the Bay Area Bird Photographers members share the photos they’ve taken over the past year.
The Effort to List the Burrowing Owl
Interested in learning more about our local Burrowing Owls? Check out SF Gate’s article on these beloved birds to hear more from the people who work directly on the protection of this species locally.
Shani Kleinhaus Quoted in the LA Times
With quotes from our own Shani Kleinhaus, this story on Burrowing Owls from the LA Times is worth a read.
Seeking Protections for Burrowing Owls
California’s Burrowing Owls have been dealt a poor hand for many years. We’re now joining with organizations across the state to seek protection for these birds under the California Endangered Species Act.
Spring Avocet 2024
The Spring edition of The Avocet has been released! Check out the latest edition of our newsletter for news on birding and tech, the latest in local conservation, and much more.
March 2024 Conservation Corner
The Conservation Corner is a busy place this month, with opportunities to help advocate for wildlife across the county! Take a look and see how you can help!
2024 T-Shirt Pre-orders!
Show your SCVAS pride off with 2024’s Birdathon T-shirt! We’re celebrating raptors with this year’s effort, and every shirt purchased helps support SCVAS’s education program.
SCVAS Learn Sparrows
Does the sight of Little Brown Jobs on the trail make you feel blue? Do you just want to know what those little guys visiting your feeder are? Join Matthew Dodder for a 3-part online class on Sparrow identification, starting March 4th.
All Around Town
Enjoy the latest edition of our backyard bird report, with your observations of the birds that live among us! Photo: Teresa Cheng
Palo Alto Nature Lovers: Take Action!
Palo Alto residents have the opportunity to speak up for nature at an upcoming public meeting, January 29.