Sierra Valley Bird Walk

Leader: Allen Bertke  530-913-272 bertke@pacbell.net

Meet in the parking lot of the Rood Government Center, 950 Maidu Ave., Nevada City (just off Hwy 49) at 7:00 AM. We should finish by mid-afternoon. Sierra Valley is located on the eastern slope of the Sierra Nevada encircled by the towns of Sierraville, Loyalton and Portola. In spring its environs offer suitable habitat for many interesting species. Species to expect include White-faced Ibis, Horned Lark, Western Tanager, Virginia Rail, Sora, Wilson’s Phalarope, Sandhill Crane, Willet, Wilson’s Snipe, Yellow-headed Blackbird, Marsh Wren, Vesper Sparrow and more. Bring lunch, water, sunscreen, and insect repellent.