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Redwood Region Ornithological Society
A sonoma county Bird club
Encouraging the study and conservation of birds, other wildlife, and their natural habitat since 1962.
May’s Membership Meeting
May 9, 5:30 pm
Note: this a different day from our previous Pot-luck meetings. We are hoping to include YAMS by holding it on a Saturday.
Annual Spring Outdoor Meeting at Sugarloaf Ridge State Park. This is our last Membership Meeting for 2025-26. Meet at Sugarloaf at the picnic tables, just past the entrance kiosk, on the right and across from the first (main) parking lot. Come early for late afternoon birding and/or stay after dinner for a Twilight Owling walk out towards the Observatory.
POTLUCK - Bring a plate to share: something protein, something vegie, or something sweet. BYO plate and utensils, and preferred libations - everything. If desired, bring your own camp chair and/or blanket.
DIRECTIONS: From Hwy 12 East, about 6 miles beyond Calistoga Road, take a left onto Adobe Rd. Follow Adobe Rd to its end in the park. Main parking lot is on the left, past the entrance kiosk.
What to Know: State Park entrance fee is $10 per car / $8 for senior or student. Covered with California State Parks pass.
February Members Meeting Video
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RROS Field Trips
You do not need to be a member to attend our trips. We’d love you to join RROS (we could use the money), but come out with us anyway.
There are no reservations required, though you are encouraged to RSVP for all trips. If you RSVP you will automatically be shared on the group eBird list. To RSVP, contact Ruth Rudesill by email at ruthier@sonic.net or text at (707) 337-6516.
Some field trips will be limited due to vehicle accessibility or physical constraints.
Wednesday Wanderings
This is a new opportunity to bird with RROS starting this year. One of our members will take us on a relaxed bird walk at their local patch or favorite place. These will be at a more casual pace, social, and perfect for new birders.
YAMS Field Trips
These outings are for the young members of YAMS and their guardians only. All field trips meet at 8:30am at the site unless otherwise denoted. Many are half-day excursions ending at 12:30pm with a group lunch and field trip bird list compilation. Some are all-day excursions. As always, bring binoculars, water, snacks, lunch, plenty of layered clothing, and field guides.
Header Photo : Common Goldeneye // Courtesy of Tom Reynolds
Left: RROS YAMS Sonoma County Field Trip // Photo courtesy of Brandy Rucker