Birding in Napa County

The county is blessed with a variety of easily accessible terrestrial and aquatic habitats where songbirds, waterfowl, raptors and shorebirds congregate during migration. We typically find 100-plus species, and in order to see the greatest diversity visit distinctly different habitats during each field trip: Lake Hennessey, Skyline Park, the American Canyon Wetlands, Skaggs Island—or wherever the dynamics of the season dictate. The field trips will involve a walk of 0.5-2.0 miles round trip. Terrain is level over gravel roads or well-worn footpaths; an exception is Milliken—a tentative destination—where there is a brief uphill stretch and some rocky footing. Bring binoculars and your favorite field guide. (Check weather forecast for appropriate dress.) Instructor Murray Berner is the co-author of the “Breeding Birds of Napa County.” Students are to email the instructor before the first day of class for more information at vireocity@hotmail.com. Pre-registration is required. Limit to 15 signups!

Refund Policy: “Requests for a refund on a fee-based class not cancelled by the college must be made at least three (3) working days prior to the beginning of the class. A $5 per person processing fee will be retained on all refunds unless the class is cancelled or meeting times are changed by the college.”