Author Archives: Beth Pearson
PAS Field Trip Report: San Jacinto Wildlife Area
Hi, Birders, It was another great day at San Jacinto Wildlife Preserve–a bit cool in the morning but sunny with zero wind at eight and up to 5 miles an hour by noon cooling us down a bit. And plenty … Continue reading
PAS Field Trip Report: Santee Lakes
On Saturday, November 9, twenty birders walked around Santee Lakes on a beautiful Fall day. Perfect weather and a great group of birding friends made for a great day. We found 54 different bird species, including lots of American Coots, … Continue reading
Unofficial PAS Field Trip Report: The Old Survey Road 97 Trail
On November 3rd, a group of Palomar Audubon members took an unofficial field trip to the Old Survey Road 97 Trail which sits on the northwest side of the Ramona Grasslands. We hiked nearly 5 miles through grasslands, chaparral, and … Continue reading
PAS Field Trip Report: San Diego River
On Saturday, November 2nd, 26 birders gathered on the banks of the San Diego River to see what wintering birds might delight us. We were treated with 56 different species of birds including a variety of ducks, herons/egrets, shorebirds, and … Continue reading
PAS Field Trip Report: Daley Ranch
On Saturday, October 26, twenty-four birders met up at Daley Ranch in Escondido, where we found 40 different bird species. The weather was perfect for a comfortable Fall Saturday morning birding walk, We found lots of California Quail, Yellow-rumped Warblers, … Continue reading
PAS Field Trip Report: Kit Carson Park
On Saturday, October 19, thirty-two birders walked around Kit Carson Park in Escondido. We had excellent weather, with a really cool Fall morning, warming up as the walk finished. We found 55 different bird species. Lots of Mallards, Bushtits, and … Continue reading
PAS Field Trip Report: La Jolla Cove
Saturday, October 12, 2024, started out cool and foggy as 17 PAS birders discovered 28 species at the Point La Jolla Seawatch location at La Jolla Cove. We were very fortunate to be guided by Stan Walens, who undoubtedly, knows … Continue reading
PAS Field Trip Report: Bolsa Chica & Huntington Beach Central Park
On Saturday, October 5th; 28 of us met at the Bolsa Chica Reserve in Huntington Beach to participate in our scheduled field trip. Linda and I especially enjoy this location, we walked and birded here when we lived here in the 80s. It … Continue reading
PAS Field Trip Report: Kumeyaay Lake
On September 28, 2024, Palomar Audubon walked around the Mission Trails Regional Park Kumeyaay Lake and campground area, plus we included a short stint to the grasslands for a quick scan of the terrain. It was foggy in the morning … Continue reading
PAS Field Trip Report: Oak Hill Memorial Park
Hello Friends On Saturday, September 21st, Thirty-One of us showed up for our semi-annual birding field trip. I like this location; its permanency and varied habitat provide good opportunities for us to have good birding. We saw the most Lark Sparrows … Continue reading
PAS Field Trip Report: Batiquitos Lagoon, September 14th
Field Trip Report for Batiquitos Lagoon on Saturday, September 14th What a difference a week makes! Last week we were baking in the 100 + degree heat (extreme birding!) in Los Penasquitos Canyon and this week we were delighted with … Continue reading
Los Penasquitos Canyon Preserve Field Trip Report
On Saturday, September 7, twelve birders walked around Los Penasquitos Canyon Preserve, looking for all of the birds that were not very active because of the extreme heat. The temperature was 100+ most of the morning. We did manage to … Continue reading
PAS Field Trip Report: Tijuana Slough and McCoy trail. Imperial Beach too
On Saturday, August 31, we met at the parking area for the Tijuana Slough and McCoy trail. We had a beautiful calm Summer morning with light breezes and scattered clouds to contend with. At first, we sought the Yellow-Crowned and … Continue reading
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Trip Report: Arizona Birding Adventure, August 16-18, 2024
In August, twelve adventurous birders enjoyed a thrilling trip to Southeastern Arizona that was arranged by the Palomar Audubon Society. Our journey commenced in Green Valley, with visits to numerous locations including Desert Meadows Park and Canoa Ranch, where we … Continue reading
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PAS Bird Walk at Whelan Lake
Palomar Audubon had a very large group of 42 bird enthusiasts make it out to Whelan Lake this morning. It started out hazy and 67° and gradually headed up to 81°. The lake is short on ducks except for the … Continue reading
Aug 17 Birding Field Trip to Dairy Mart Road and Beyond
Approximately 20 birders visited Dairy Mart Ponds, the Tijuana River Valley Ranger Station, the Bird and Butterfly Garden, and the Tijuana River Valley Community Gardens on the morning of August 17, 2024. The weather was cool in the beginning and warmed … Continue reading
Trip Report: Stonewall Mine, Lake Cuyamaca
Saturday, August 10, was a very warm, humid day for birding in the mountains! However, 15 enthusiastic birders endured the heat and were rewarded with several robust and cooling breezes, plus magnificent, panoramic views of gorgeous Lake Cuyamaca as we … Continue reading
August 3rd Field Trip Report for Robb Field
On Saturday, August 3rd, 34 birders gathered at Robb Field in Ocean Beach to explore the edges of the San Diego River and practice our skills identifying terns, herons, and shorebirds. We were treated with Black Bellied Plovers still in … Continue reading