January 8, 2022, 9:30AM – 1:00PM, Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area, Peter Colasanti

Peter Colasanti will lead us on a tour of this fabulous wintering spot on the Pacific Flyway just off Interstate 80 between Davis and Sacramento. Expect large numbers of waterfowl, including Snow Geese (both white and dark morphs) and Ross’s Geese. We should see a variety of ducks and other wetland species, including White-faced Ibis. Meet at Parking Lot A (38.5632467, -121.6355989) at 9:30AM. From Davis take I-80 east and exit at Mace Blvd. Turn left at the end of the off-ramp (Chiles Road). Go straight through the next light and travel approximately 4 miles to the end of the road. Drive up onto the levee and enter the Wildlife Area on the left. Vaccinated birders are encouraged to arrange carpools from Sonoma County. Bring lunch. Please note that during wet years this refuge may be closed, due to flooding. You can learn of a closure by accessing https://wildlife.ca.gov/Closures.  If that happens, we will divert to another refuge. Therefore, it is important that you RSVP for this trip so we can contact you. To RSVP or more information, contact Malcolm Blanchard (707) 480-2210.