February 16th from 9:00am -1:00pm

Ages: 7+ (children must be accompanied by an adult the whole count)

Please bring: Your kids or borrow someone else's, warm layers in case of chilly weather or rain, sturdy shoes, binoculars if you have them (or borrow some from us), a bagged lunch, and your observational skills for spotting birds!

What to Expect: Start the count day by borrowing a pair of binoculars and learning how to use them during a binocular boot camp. We will then have a quick chat about why it's important to count birds, before splitting into small groups and exploring along the trail. Adults are expected to bird alongside their kids and each group will have an experienced bird leader to help identify what we find. After counting, we will gather back together for lunch and short presentations from each group to share their findings. 

Young birders over the age of 7 and their beginner or experienced level adults are all welcome to join. Parking at the Folsom Powerhouse SHP is $10 for the day or covered with an annual State Parks pass. Parking at Effie Yeaw Nature Center is $7 per car, payable at the entrance. Both locations have easily accessible options for flat, paved trails, as well as ADA parking. Please let us know of any accessibility requirements when you register.

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Date/Time: Saturday, February 22nd / 10am – 12:30pm

Program Description: Join Erich von Hasseln and Capital Storytelling on a journey through environmental storytelling at the Effie Yeaw Nature Center! In this guided, 2.5-hour workshop, Erich will lead participants through fun, reflective exercises in the nature preserve and invite you to discover your own stories through the Memorable Moment Method. Activities will focus on environmental narratives of the Sacramento Valley and how our local landscape has shaped our memories. During the workshop, participants can share their stories in a safe space with compassionate listeners. 

Speaker Bio: Originally from New York, Erich’s maritime career has taken him from coast to coast and across the Pacific on different research and education vessels. Erich found live storytelling in San Francisco and has been hooked since and taken the stage at local events in the Central Valley. In 2023, Erich started his own show, "SacramenTell" in downtown Sacramento. Erich currently lives in Lodi with his dog, Guinness.

Price: $10 member / $15 non-member

Materials needed: Paper and something to write with. Extras will be provided.

Bird and Breakfast is a special weekend of morning birding trips coupled with wonderful breakfast fare.

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This event starts with bird walks guided by some of our best local birders.

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For weeks in advance of the walks, these guides scout the Nature Study Area so they will be able to point out nests and local rarities.

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After the walk, attendees enjoy wonderful food, good coffee and silent auction items to help raise money for the Effie Yeaw Nature Center.

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No extensive birding experience is necessary – this event caters to all levels.

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90-minute walk followed by a hot breakfast spread including our customary casseroles! Participants can also bid in a silent auction for unique items.

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Price: $60 members/ $70 non members