Bodega Bay

1500 Bay Flat Road,Bodega Bay CA 94923

18 February, 2023

Description

Why do we go all the way to Bodega Bay? To see loons close up – the Common, Pacific, and Red-throated species are all likely. To see Brant. To see Double-crested, Brandt’s and Pelagic cormorants side-by-side to strengthen your ID skills. This is a great place for birders of all levels and birders new to the Bay Area. We’ll meet at 9:30 am near the Porto Bodega Marina on Eastshore Road to see the birds that hang out there. Then we’ll look for birds along the Westshore side of the Harbor, and on the coast above the "Hole-in-the-Head." Finally we’ll head back, with a few brief stops, and explore Doran Beach Road on the other side of the harbor. There’s a $7 parking fee at Doran Regional Park. Be prepared for variable weather. Bring lunch, snacks, and liquids. There is a chemical toilet “porta-potty” at Porto Bodega Marina, pit toilets above the Hole in the Head, and restrooms with flush toilets at Doran Beach. For a comfort stop near the end of the drive out stop at Tides Wharf and Restaurant (on the shore side opposite the Inn at the Tides, 800 Highway 1), though the snack bar will probably be closed. Hike Rating: 1 - Easy, with little elevation change Leader: Maureen Lahiff, [email protected], 510-484-6529 Meet: Porto Bodega Marina, https://goo.gl/maps/SxWebctFy9ZDyUqP6 Directions: Take US 101 north to Petaluma. Exit at Washington and head SW. Washington becomes Bodega Ave, which becomes Petaluma-Valley Ford Rd, which eventually merges into CA Hwy 1. Take Hwy 1 to Bodega Bay. Just past "downtown" Bodega Bay turn left on Eastshore Rd, and follow it all the way down to the marina. From Walnut Creek, it’s about a 2 hour drive. This field trip is limited to 20. Participants must acknowledge the MDAS Liability Waiver (available during registration).