NATURE WALKS AND FIELD TRIPS AT THE SAN JACINTO WILDLIFE AREA
September 13, 2008, Saturday, 5:00 p.m. to Dusk
EVENING INSECT NATURE WALK
Join us for a fun Evening Insect Nature Walk at the San Jacinto Wildlife
Area. The San Jacinto Wildlife Area provides a wide variety of habitat for
insects such as butterflies, damselflies, beetles and many others.
Entomologist Gordon Pratt started identifying insects as a child and now works
studying insects. He will have a display of mounted species of larger
insects, set up a dark light at dusk and help us identify the insects that we
find. The walk is perfect for curious children and adults alike. We
will also take time to identify birds during the walk. Please wear
long-sleeved shirts and long pants. Bring non-toxic insect repellent for
mosquitoes. Bring hand lens, binoculars, bird book, sturdy walking shoes,
hat sun screen, picnic supper or snacks, plenty of water, and wear appropriate
clothing for the weather. For more information call (951) 659-2718 or
(909) 228-6710. Leader: Gordon Pratt.
October 19,
2008, Sunday, 9:00 a.m. to Noon
SJWA NATURE WALK
Join us for a relaxing morning walk where we will explore the wetlands
habitat at the SJWA and see what king of waterfowl and shorebirds we can find.
It will be a leisurely stroll, driving to a few locations and taking in the
beauty of the northern San Jacinto Valley. Leader: Tom Paulek
November 16,
2008, Sunday, 7:00 a.m.
SAN JACINTO VALLEY FIELD TRIP
Sponsored by the San Bernardino Valley Audubon Society--check
www.sbvas.org for current information. This is an all
day birding field trip in the northern San Jacinto Valley and a good opportunity
to see wintering birds of prey and waterfowl. It is possible too see 100+
species on this fall trip. Meet in the SJWA parking lot. Driving
on Davis Road is NOT recommended if there have been recent rains since it is too
dangerous for normal travel when wet. Please contact Tony Metcalf or
call the SJWA headquarters at (951) 928-0580 during regular office hours for
updated information on road conditions. Leaders:
Tony Metcalf, (951) 242-7038 and Dave Goodward, (909) 783-2417. Check
www.sbvas.org to verify time and all details
for the field trip.
December 7,
2008, Sunday, 9:00 a.m. to Noon
MORNING BIRD WALK AT THE SJWA
Join us for a slow-paced morning walk to see what kinds of birds we can find
in early December. Fall brings lots of migrating waterfowl and shorebirds.
We will take our time and identify the birds we see. Leader: Sue
Nash.
December 2008
CHRISTMAS BIRD COUNT at the San Jacinto Wildlife Area and San Jacinto Valley
Sponsored by San Bernardino Valley Audubon Society. Check
www.sbvas.org for information on the CBC in
the northern San Jacinto Valley. All are welcome to join in on the count.
January 4,
2009, Sunday, 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
BEGINNING BIRD WALK
Sponsored by the San Bernardino Valley Audubon Society--check
www.sbvas.org for current information. Here is your
chance to learn bird identification at the wildlife area. This slow-paced
morning walk introduces participants to basic birding techniques. Winter
is a good time to view waterfowl, shorebirds and raptors at the wildlife.
Driving on Davis Road is NOT recommended if there have been recent rains
since it is too dangerous for normal travel when wet. Call the SJWA
headquarters at (951) 928-0580 during regular office hours for updated
information on road conditions. Leader: Doug Karalun, (909)
425-5355. Check
www.sbvas.org to verify time and all details
for the bird walk.
January 18,
2009, Sunday, 9:00 a.m. to Noon
SJWA NATURE WALK
We will be looking for birds at the reclaimed water ponds and visiting a
variety of habitats on this nature walk. Also, we will talk about the
geology and ecology of the wildlife area and the northern San Jacinto Valley.
Join us for a fun day of birding and learning about the natural resources of the
San Jacinto Wildlife Area. Leaders: Sue Nash, Tom Paulek, Mike
McKibben.
February 1,
2009, Sunday, 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
BEGINNING BIRD WALK
Sponsored by the San
Bernardino Valley Audubon Society. Here is your chance to learn bird
identification at the wildlife area. This slow-paced morning walk
introduces participants to basic birding techniques. Winter is a good time
to view waterfowl, shorebirds and raptors at the wildlife.
Driving on Davis Road is NOT recommended if there have been recent rains since
it is too dangerous for normal travel when wet. Call the SJWA
headquarters at (951) 928-0580 during regular office hours for updated
information on road conditions. Leaders: Jennifer and Michelle
Tobin. Contact: Cathy Tobin, (951) 684-9613. Check
www.sbvas.org to verify time and all details
for the bird walk.
FEBRUARY 21,
2009, 8:00 a.m.
SAN JACINTO WILDLIFE AREA
Sponsored by San Bernardino Valley Audubon Society--check
www.sbvas.org for current information.
Ducks, geese, ibis and birds of prey are some of the birds to be seen on this
trip. Leader: To Be Announced. Check SBVAS web page for
updated information on this walk.
FOR INFORMATION
on all walks, call Ann McKibben at (951) 924-8150 or Sue Nash at (909) 228-6710. Our walks are free and open to all. Children are welcome and you do
not need to be a member of the Friends to join us on any of our walks.
WHERE TO MEET:
All nature walks meet at the appointed time in the parking lot of the San
Jacinto Wildlife Area headquarters at 17050 Davis Road, Lakeview. There are
picnic tables and restrooms available if you want to spend the day.
FOR ALL WALKS
bring binoculars, camera (if you are interested), non-toxic insect repellent,
sturdy walking shoes, hat, sun screen, plenty of water, lunch, snacks, and wear
appropriate clothing for the weather.
WAIVER FORM: The Friends ask that all walk participants sign
waiver of responsibility forms. Please be aware that minors (under 18)
cannot sign the waiver. The signator must be a parent or other responsible
adult. If you will not be with or are dropping off a minor at one of the
Friends' nature walks, please call Sue Nash at (909) 228-6710 or e-mail her at:
snash22@earthlink.net for a copy of
the form so you can sign it and have the minor bring it with them.
TO VISIT THE
SAN JACINTO
WILDLIFE AREA:
Hours:
The wildlife area is open seven days a week from Dawn to Dusk. You are welcome
to visit on your own at any time. There is an Information Kiosk on the east
side of Davis Road
adjacent to the parking lot. Please note the dates and times for
fall hunting; wetlands and other areas may be closed to non-hunting public uses.
BEGINNING BIRD WALKS: San Bernardino Valley Audubon Society organizes and sponsors Beginning Bird Walks (BBW) at various locations in Riverside County. We are fortunate that a number of walks are held at the San Jacinto Wildlife Area. Please note that there is a new start time for the BBWs--8:00 a.m. Please check Audubon's web site at: www.sbvas.org for more information on dates and locations for all their Beginning Bird Walks. Or call Cathy Tobin at (951) 684-9613.
DIRECTIONS TO THE SAN JACINTO
WILDLIFE AREA:
San Jacinto Wildlife
Area, 17050 Davis Road,
Lakeview. Telephone: (951) 928-0580.
Davis Road is closed from
Moreno
Valley.
Please use
one of the following routes to visit the San Jacinto Wildlife Area.
From
Moreno
Valley: Go south
on Perris Boulevard to the Ramona Expressway; go east on the expressway to
Davis Road
in Lakeview; go north on Davis Road 2.3 miles to the headquarters. From
Hemet/San Jacinto Area: take the Ramona Expressway west to Davis Road
in Lakeview; go north on Davis Road 2.3 miles to the headquarters. From
Highway 215: exit at the Ramona Expressway; take the Ramona Expressway
east to Davis Road in Lakeview; go north on Davis Road 2.3 miles to the
headquarters.
DURING THE RAINY SEASON please use extreme caution when driving on Davis Road if there have been recent rains. Do not drive on Davis Road if it is muddy or it is raining. During the rainy season, please call the wildlife area headquarters at (951) 928-0580 during regular work hours to ask about road conditions.
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