[SBB] Wings Over the Basin May 19-21

[Karen DeMello <[[email protected]]>]

Big Basin Redwoods State Park invites you to the 5th Annual Wings Over the Basin on May 19-21.  Experience the park's varied birdlife at the height of the nesting season on guided bird and butterfly walks.  Scroll down to see the schedule of activities;  all activities are free and open to the public.

We are lucky to have a special group campsite under the redwoods near headquarters ($15/per person for the weekend).  Space at the group campsite is limited, so be sure to reserve your spot soon by going to our website, downloading the Registration PDF, and sending in the registration form.  

Check out our website at:
http://home.comcast.net/~wingsoverthebasin/

Whether you camp at the park or drive in for the day ($6 day use/parking fee), whether you are an experienced birder or a beginning birder, I look forward to seeing you at Wings Over the Basin.

Karen DeMello
Big Basin volunteer



2006 Wings Over the Basin 

Friday, May 19

7:15 PM - Night Wings
Tune in to the nocturnal world of owls, bats, moths, and other denizens of the redwood forest that spread their wings (or paws, or antennae..) when the sun goes down with docent Karen DeMello. 3 miles, 2.5 hours. Meet near the group campsite at the Gazos Creek Road Bridge.  Dress in layers, and bring a flashlight.


Saturday, May 20

7:30 AM - Once Upon a Nest
Listen to tales of the history and lore of the endangered marbled murrelet as you follow the path of its discovery right here in the center of Big Basin with Steve & Stephanie Singer and docent Karen DeMello. You will also meet typical birds of the redwood forest along the way! Meet at Park HQ. 2 miles, 2 hours. 

10:30 AM - Last Chance Flutter
National Park Service Biologist Paul Johnson returns to search for butterflies and other gifts of nature along this less traveled trail in the park. Meet at Park HQ. 4 miles, 5.5 hours. Bring a lunch, water, binoculars (if you have them), and prepare to get your toes wet!

5:30 PM - Potluck Dinner for Campers
This optional food-fest is an eagerly awaited tradition! It is held at the Group Camp. Bring a dish to share.

8:00 PM - Campfire Program
Join us in our historic campfire center for an evening of song and story. Meet at the Campfire Center and dress warmly. Firelighting and marshmallows at 8:00 p.m. and program begins at 8:30 p.m.


Sunday, May 21

5:15 AM - Dawn Marbled Murrelet Survey
Join Jan Hintermeister in listening and looking for this remarkable bird as it circles over the old growth forest nesting area before heading out to sea. Learn why this robin-sized seabird is so special to Big Basin. Meet at Park Headquarters at 5:15 AM sharp. (1-1/4 hours)

7:00 AM - Birding by Ear with Todd Newberry
Such tall trees, such deep shadows! But you hear the birds you can't see. We will learn how to listen, and we will try to learn a half-dozen kinds of birds out of the many we will hear. And we will try to make sense of what these birds are up to when they sing or -- not the same -- when they call. 2 miles, 3 hours. Meet at Park Headquarters.

10:00 to 11:00 AM - Booksigning
Bring your copy of "The Ardent Birder" to Park Headquarters and author Todd Newberry will sign it!

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Wings Over the Basin 2006
May 19-21, 2006
Make your RESERVATION today at
 http://home.comcast.net/~wingsoverthebasin


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