Come join Bufferlands Biologists on a 1-2 mile hike, as we pursue the sights and sounds of the fall season. During our walk, we hope to see and hear waterfowl, shorebirds and other wildlife. As we walk the trails, we can view the changes taking place within our riparian trees and wetland plants as they […]

Come join Bufferlands biologists for an early morning 1-1/2-mile walk around some of our seasonal wetlands. We will talk about our roles as wetland managers as we look for waterfowl and other waterbirds that rely on these wet habitats. Some of the walk will be in areas that are wet and muddy, so please dress […]

Join us for a walk of up to 1.5 miles to look for the three regular owl species found on the Bufferlands. We hope to have locations staked out to see Barn Owls and Burrowing Owls, and we hope to find a viewable, early Great Horned Owl nest.  We’ll stay out until sunset and watch […]

We plan to see a nice selection of birds found in the Sacramento area in winter. By visiting an area with grasslands, wetlands, and riparian forest, we can expect to find waterfowl and other water birds, raptors, wintering songbirds and, maybe, a few surprises. Expect to walk up to two miles on fairly even ground. […]

Join us for a two-mile guided hike as we look for wildflowers, returning migrating birds, and other signs of spring. There will be access to a restroom. Advanced registration is required for this free event as space is limited. We will begin accepting reservations on February 26, so please plan accordingly. To register, please email […]