FIELD TRIPS
"Join us for a birding field trip! Whether you're a beginner or an experienced birder, all are welcome. Our mission is to cultivate a love of birding by fostering education, connection with nature, and camaraderie among birders of all levels. Come share in the adventure and joy of birdwatching with us!"
​How to sign up for a field trip:
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Click the "Sign Up" button under the trip you want to attend and fill out information on the webpage.
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Light drizzle does not necessarily cancel trips, but heavier rain will. For all trips, please wear appropriate clothing (layers are suggested), comfortable shoes, and bring snacks, water, hats, sunscreen, binoculars and field guides."
Questions or need help? Email fieldtrips@venturaaudubon.org
UPCOMING VAS FIELD TRIPS
LAKE CASITAS
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2025 - 8:30 AM
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Join us for a walk by the lake, there’s usually something for everyone here. From Hummingbirds, Woodpeckers and Warblers, to various Ducks and Geese. Recent sightings include White-tailed Kite and Zone-tailed Hawk. And there’s always a chance we might see one of the resident Bald Eagles.
CHRISTMAS BIRD COUNT
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 20, 2025
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Volunteers and Leaders needed!
Each winter the Christmas Bird Count (CBC) is a chance to participate in the oldest and longest running community science project. Click here for information from National Audubon on the history of the CBC, and here for reports from 1900-present. Each Audubon chapter counts a 15-mile diameter "count circle". The same circle is counted each year for consistency. The Ventura Audubon count circle is sub-divided into 8 sectors (see map to the right). Each sector has a leader who organizes teams within their sector, and the entire circle is organized by our CBC coordinator and compiler, Frank DeMartino. Frank will report the data after the count is completed to the National Audubon Society database.
