Upcoming Bird Events from Press Democrat

UPCOMING BIRD EVENTS

Songbirds of Spring When: 8-10:30 a.m. Sunday, April 23 Where: Glen Oaks Ranch, Sonoma Land Trust outing Information: Learn how to identify birds by their songs and use your binoculars to get close-up views. Website: http://tinyurl.com/lrzeh3b

Point Reyes Birding and Nature Festival When: April 28-30 Information: View migrating seabirds, waterfowl, resident and migrant land birds. In addition to the unique birding opportunities, there are wildflower displays, butterflies, dragonflies, migrating whales, elephant seals, sea lions, and tule elk. Friday and Saturday evening programs with keynote speakers, and Sunday youth programming. Website: pointreyesbirdingfestival.org

Point Reyes Youth Birdathon When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 20 Information: Birding beautiful Point Reyes National Seashore for ages 10 and up. Parents may join with their youngster. RSVP Sponsors — Sonoma Birding and Marin Environmental Action Committee Website: sonomanature.org

SOUNDSCAPE ECOLOGY Wild Sanctuary Bernie Krause’s website of nature recordings and soundscapes, books, and information. Website: wildsanctuary.com