Monterey Bay Coastal

And Pelagic Trip

September 18 and 19, 2010

It’s time again to prepare for one of Sacramento Audubon’s most interesting field trips!  This year’s 2-day coastal and pelagic trip will take place on Saturday, September 18 (shore) and Sunday, September 19 (boat).

Normally protected from heavy sea swells, yet geographically situated to capture an amazing diversity of ocean-going birds, Monterey Bay and the surrounding area is an exceptional place for birding.

On Saturday, we will visit the key land and shoreline habitats on the Monterey peninsula that may yield many migratory and vagrant surprises.  Sunday’s boat excursion will highlight the trip.  Monterey Bay is perhaps one of the most accessible and productive areas to learn about and enjoy pelagic birds and marine mammals.  Several species of shearwaters are usually seen, not to mention the possibility of close-ups of a variety of marine mammals. 

Boat space is limited to 30 participants.  The price this year is $75/person, if we fill the boat (25 people minimum). 

Once again, Sacramento Audubon will be joining with Monterey Seabirds to offer this trip.  To sign up, call Monterey Seabirds (831.375.4658), identify yourself as a Sacramento Audubon participant, and give them a credit card number or mail them a check. You may also sign up online at:  www.montereyseabirds.com.  You do not need to be a member of Sacramento Audubon to participate.

Cancellation Policy:  In order to receive a full refund, you must cancel 2 weeks before the trip.