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 late evening bird walk out towards the observatory.

Outdoor dining at the picnic tables starting around 5:30-6. POTLUCK — BYO - everything. If desired, bring your own camp chair and/or blanket. Where: Sugarloaf Ridge State Park.

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.