PROGRAM FULL - Chico Basin Ranch Bird Outing

Many grassland species should be seen, such as Lark Bunting, Cassin's Sparrow, Lark Sparrow, and Ash-throated Flycatcher. We'll hope to see Ladder-backed Woodpecker, Sora, Scaled Quail, and shorebirds. Hopefully Mississippi Kites will be in view where we'll meet in Fountain.

The ground is relatively flat at the ranch, though not level; we'll be on dirt trails, and will climb a small hill or two. The roads at the ranch typically require decent ground clearance, so if you have an SUV, please consider driving.

We'll meet at 7 a.m. at the Loaf 'N Jug in Fountain and then drive a short way to our carpool location at the Fountain Library. We will return to Fountain by 1 p.m.

Meeting Location: Loaf 'N Jug, 102 S. Santa Fe Ave., Fountain, CO 80817.

Trip Leader: Linda Hodges.

Please Note: If you have registered and no longer can attend the walk, please contact the Denver Audubon Office (Rhonda Shank 303-973-9530) as soon as possible. There is a waiting list for those wanting to join the walk. 

• Advance registration, including signing of the liability waiver, is required. Walk-up or impromptu participants will not be allowed.

• You are responsible for bringing your own binoculars, water, snacks and sunscreen for optimum experience.

• Cameras are permitted.

• This trip is NOT accessible for those with mobility issues.

COVID Guidelines: We will follow the current guidelines for the county where the program takes place.

Photo credit: Bill Maynard.