NATURE WALKS AND FIELD TRIPS AT THE SAN JACINTO WILDLIFE AREA

January 3, 2010, Sunday, 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
BEGINNING BIRD WALK—San Bernardino Valley Audubon Society
Check www.sbvas.org for current information.  A slow-paced walk to introduce participants to basic birding techniques and identification skills so you will fell comfortable birding on your own or joining Audubon’s longer birding trips.  Leader:  Doug Karalun, (909) 425-5355.

January 24, 2010, Sunday, 9:00 a.m. to Noon  CANCELLED DUE TO RAIN & MUDDY ROADS   We may reschedule for a later date.
BLUEBIRD BOX WALK

February 7, 2010, Sunday, 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.  CANCELLED DUE TO RAIN & MUDDY ROADS
BEGINNING BIRD WALK—San Bernardino Valley Audubon Society
Check www.sbvas.org for current information.  A slow-paced walk to introduce participants to basic birding techniques and identification skills so you will feel comfortable birding on your own or joining Audubon’s longer birding trips.  Leaders:  Jennifer & Michelle Tobin.  Contact:  Cathy Tobin, (951) 684-9613.

February 27, 2010, Saturday, 9:00 a.m.  CANCELLED DUE TO RAIN & MUDDY ROADS
ARCHEOLOGY WALK
February is a terrific time of the year to explore a fascinating aspect of Native American cultural heritage--rock art.  Please join us for an extended stroll back through time to appreciate selected remnants of Native American life-ways and spiritual connections within the greater San Jacinto Wildlife Area.  Participants on the walk will be introduced to some of the stories, ceremonies, and practices of the early people who called this region home.  A special emphasis will be placed on making our visits low-impact and respectful.  Leaders:  Steve Freers & Sue Nash.

April 10, 2010, Saturday, 9:00 a.m. to Noon
PLANT WALK AT THE SJWA
Habitats found at the SJWA include coastal sage scrub, grasslands, riparian and wetland.  The wildlife area is home to a number of threatened and endangered plans.  Join us for a morning of learning how to identify the vast range of plants and wildflowers found at the San Jacinto Wildlife Area.  Leaders:  Patrick Temple and Dave Bramlet.

April 24, 2010, Saturday, 9:00 a.m. to Noon
BIRDING AND BLUEBIRD BOX NATURE WALK
Rampant urbanization in the the inland counties has eliminated valuable habitat for many birds.  Putting up bluebird boxes allows a wide variety of birds to nest and produce young.  Join us on this morning walk as Samantha Dempster, Dan Lacek, and Sue Nash share information on how the bird boxes help our dwindling bird populations.  Also, we will check out some of the resident boxes at the wildlife area and enjoy a morning of birdwatching.  Leaders:  Samantha Dempster, Dan Lacek, and Sue Nash.

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 contact Sue Nash at (909) 228-6710 or e-mail her at:  snash22@earthlink.net .

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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