The Sandhill Cranes of Staten Island, plus Cosumnes Preserve

14181 Grove Street,Walnut Grove CA 95690

06 December, 2022

Description

Tuesday, December 6th, 9 AM-1 PM Leader: Randy Huey, 925-518-8439 Staten Island is an excellent area to see Sandhill Cranes, and Cosumnes Preserve provides habitat for more than 200 species of birds. We will meet and coordinate cars at the Walnut Grove Elementary School. From there, our trip will begin with a drive along Staten Island Road, primarily to view the migrating Sandhill Cranes. Next we will drive to the Cosumnes Wildlife Preserve for a walk along the several trails throughout the Preserve. Some things you may need for our outing: binoculars, drinking water, sun block, insect repellent, warm jacket, and appropriate footwear. Also, bring lunch and drinks. This trip is suitable for all birders, including beginners. Hike Rating: Category 1-Easy Elevation change: N/A Meet: Walnut Walnut Grove Elementary School, 14181 Grove St, Walnut Grove, CA 95690 https://maps.app.goo.gl/5TGTQoAfja2ubauU9 Directions: From Central Contra Costa County, take I-680 N toward Sacramento. Keep right at the fork to continue on CA-242 N, follow signs for Concord/Pittsburg/State Route 242. Use the left 3 lanes to take the CA-4 E exit toward Stockton/Pittsburg. Take exit 30 for CA-160 toward Sacramento/Rio Vista. Continue straight onto Isleton Rd. Turn left to stay on Isleton Rd. Turn left onto River Rd. Turn right onto Depot Ln. Turn left onto Grove St. Turn right onto N South St. Arrive at Walnut Grove Elementary. The trip is limited to 20 participants. [Image of Sandhill Cranes on Staten Island by Paul Schorr]