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4worldlovers: We’re celebrating Pride with POST! We would like to invite you to join us on this LGBTQ+ field trip at Wavecrest Open Space on Saturday, June 3rd. Birders of all levels are welcome.


Join us for an in-person celebration of our wonderful local birders! We’ll be enjoying snacks, beverages, quizzes and birding fashion at McClellan Ranch on June 3rd, 5-7PM.


More field trips will post to the website on May 28th.


The Summer issue of The Avocet is now available! Also the June Avocet Update was just sent out.


Protecting wildlife is an ongoing battle in California. We’re excited to share some good news on that front with you!


Tulare Hill is a gorgeous example of serpentine soil habitat, but unless you’re lucky enough to get in on a guided walk of the area, you’re unlikely to be able to visit. Learn about this amazing space with this video.


Orioles are here, waxwings abound, and baby birds are everywhere! Enjoy observations from our members and friends in our new backyard bird report. Photo: Jennifer Oliver


The Coyote Valley has long been an area of interest for SCVAS and other environmental groups in Santa Clara County. Please take a moment to learn more about this space and respond to OSA’s public survey for the future of the valley.


Got egret questions? Join us at the rookery! SCVAS will be holding office hours at the Shorebird Egret Rookery in Mountain View on May 10, May 31, and June 14, 11:30-1:30.


The San Francisco Bay Bird Observatory (SFBBO) Birdy Hour Speaker Series hosted Matthew Dodder last week. His presentation about birding hot spots in Santa Clara County is now available for your viewing pleasure.


This Wednesday, Meet Cin-Ty Lee and Andrew Birch, the author and illustrator behind a brand new field guide on Empidonax and Pewee Flycatchers.


The migratory season has begun! Tune in to the avian air traffic and learn how you can help these amazing travelers by checking out Birdcast!


The Santa Clara Valley Audubon Society (SCVAS) promotes the enjoyment, understanding, and protection of birds and other wildlife by engaging people of all ages in birding, education, and conservation.

We create opportunities to experience and appreciate the beauty of birds and their place in the natural world.

We strive to educate our region’s diverse population about the importance of preserving open spaces for both wildlife and our own well-being.

4worldlovers:
Do you know that at least half of the water in a typical Santa Clara County home is used outdoors?