Current Field Trips
All Field Trips Fall 2024 Season
A Nature/Yoga Walk in the Park
Thursday, Sept. 26, 2024
Field trip with Laurie Burnaby and Marion Schlinger
Join Laurie and Marion for a gentle walk along paved or dirt paths in a quiet, park-like area near Buellton. Laurie will incorporate yoga into our walk at strategic stops along the way to enhance the physical and mental experience of nature. Marion will focus your appreciation and attention
Pop-Up: Arroyo Hondo Geology – A Cross-section Through Our Local Rock Formations
Sunday, November 3, 2024
Field trip with Sabina Thomas
Arroyo Hondo Creek runs north-to-south while our local geologic formations extend west-to-east. This gives us the great opportunity to cross and study several geologic formations along Arroyo Hondo Creek towards the mountains. We will start at the Orchard and follow Arroyo Hondo Creek encountering steeply inclined hard and soft
Birding Gaviota State Park
Saturday, Nov. 9, 2024
Field trip with Peter Schneekloth and John Deacon
Gaviota State Park encompasses coastal, riparian, and upland habitats, and participants on this field trip will be able to observe the birds in these varied environments. More than 250 species have been recorded from the park. With the guidance of seasoned trip leaders Peter Schneekloth and John Deacon, we’ll look for birds in the water, on the shore, and
FIELD TRIP PAYMENT
Advance registration is required for all field trips, and registration must be made before making a payment. Registration instructions are given within each field trip post.
The Society’s field trips cost $10 for members, $5 for children, and $25 per person for non-members.