Beginner’s Bird and Plant Identification Walk - First Day of Spring

2305 S White Rd,San Jose CA 95148

20 March, 2022

Description

A beginner’s spring bird and plant identification walk through Lake Cunningham Park. Do you love being outdoors? Do you want to deepen your appreciation of nature by learning the names of birds and plants around you? At the onset of spring, join us for a beginner’s bird and plant identification walk through Lake Cunningham Regional Park. Lake Cunningham is a major destination for waterfowl and migratory birds, and its native garden provides valuable habitat to many resident and migratory birds. On this walk, Docent Vicki will show us how to identify the common birds of our area, as well as the native plants they depend on for food, shelter, and nesting places. Difficulty level: this walk is 4 miles round-trip on a level path. Bring a hat, water, your bird and plant list, and binoculars, and don’t forget to wear comfortable walking shoes! Lake Cunningham Regional Park is located at 2305 S. White Road, San José. Meet at the Marina Building at 9:00 a.m. The Marina is on the western shore of the lake, next to Raging Waters, at the opposite end of the park from the main entrance on White Road. In Google Maps, search for "Lake Cunningham Marina"  (or use this link) to be directed there. Parking fee is $6. This plant walk is organized jointly by the California Native Plant Society, Santa Clara Valley Audubon Society, and the Open Space Authority, and is open to all. Space is limited!