Field Trips
Listing of Madrone field trips in Sonoma County and the North Bay, plus other upcoming events.
General Information for All Events
Bird walks are free, open to the public and suitable for all levels of interest. No sign-up is required. Bring your binoculars, field guide, liquids, plus lunch for full-day trips; wear layered clothing, hats, and sun protection. Sturdy walking shoes or hiking boots recommended. Heavy rain cancels the walks unless otherwise indicated. Prior notification of attendance is not required. Participants of all experience levels are welcome and may join or leave the group at any time during the day.
Upcoming 2026 Bird Walks
Bring binoculars and wear outdoor clothing suitable for the weather forecast. Our outings are free for members and the public. (We may have binoculars to loan for your outing.)
Saturday February 7, 2026, 8:30am-10:30am
Field Trip: Shollenberger Park at 1400 Cader Ln., Petaluma Take Highway 101 to Petaluma. Go East on 116 (Lakeville Highway). Turn right (south) on S McDowell Blvd. Turn right onto Cader Lane and Park entrance. Drive to the end of road and Parking lot. Leader Linda Fraley Info (559)779-5211.
Thursday, February 12, 8:30am-10:30am
Field Trip: Foothill Regional Park at 1351 Arata Ln, Windsor. Meet in the parking lot, near restrooms. Parking permit required in lot. Leader: Janet Bosshard (707) 480-3432.
Thursday, March 12, 8:30am-10:30am
Field Trip: Santa Rosa Rural Cemetery at the old entrance to the cemetery, on the corner of Franklin Avenue and Terrace Way. Parking is available south on the street by the church. Leader: Janet Bosshard (707) 480-3432.
Other Groups' Field Trip Calendars
Sonoma Co. Regional Parks "Winging it Wednesdays"
Winging it Wednesdays
Redwood Region Ornithological Society (RROS)
RROS calendar
Mayacamas Mountains Sanctuary Meetup group
Mayacamas group
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