Community Corner

A Bird in the Hand

Based in Milpitas, the will lead a group tour of the bird banding station, the Coyote Creek Field Station.

Learn about the Bird Observatory’s bird banding research and see several different species up close. We will tour mist nets, watch a bird banding demonstration, and explore a restored riparian habitat. Please join us and learn why bird banding is so important for protecting birds and their habitats.

RSVP required. In the event of rain, the tour will be cancelled. 

Find out what's happening in Milpitaswith free, real-time updates from Patch.

On August 23, the event will be geared for families. 

Young Audubon Summer Adventure: Bird Banding with SFBBO 

Find out what's happening in Milpitaswith free, real-time updates from Patch.

8 a.m. - 10 a.m. 

This is a great opportunity to bring the kids out to the Coyote Creek Field Station, the Bird Observatory's bird banding station. This special trip is offered in partnership with the Santa Clara Audubon Society and is appropriate for ages 7 and up. RSVP required. Cost is $25/family (or $8/child, $10/adult). Contact Santa Clara Valley Audubon Society at 408-252-3740 to RSVP.


Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts.

We’ve removed the ability to reply as we work to make improvements. Learn more here