FRIDAY, November 15, 2024
6:30 AM - Noon
Trip Leader: Lance Benner
Join us for a fall hike into Big Santa Anita Canyon as we search for American dipper, Pacific wren, canyon wren, rufous-crowned sparrow, and other lower montane species. Pacific wrens have been present here in recent winters and are probably regular fall/winter visitors. Dippers have returned after an absence of about 10 years. This area is recovering from the Bobcat Fire in 2020 so we may encounter some changes from fall trips in previous years. Many of the trees survived, and this is still a beautiful area.
We're planning to hike down into the main canyon, up through the slot canyon a short distance above Sturtevant Falls, and then return, for a total of about 4-5 miles. Bring sturdy shoes, plenty of water, some food, sunscreen, a hat, warm clothing, and an Adventure Pass for your car. Heavy rain cancels but drizzle does not.
Participant number: No Limit
Trip details such as meeting location will be emailed to signed-up participants 3-5 days before the trip.
FRIDAY, November 15, 2024
6:30 AM - Noon
Trip Leader: Lance Benner
Join us for a fall hike into Big Santa Anita Canyon as we search for American dipper, Pacific wren, canyon wren, rufous-crowned sparrow, and other lower montane species. Pacific wrens have been present here in recent winters and are probably regular fall/winter visitors. Dippers have returned after an absence of about 10 years. This area is recovering from the Bobcat Fire in 2020 so we may encounter some changes from fall trips in previous years. Many of the trees survived, and this is still a beautiful area.
We're planning to hike down into the main canyon, up through the slot canyon a short distance above Sturtevant Falls, and then return, for a total of about 4-5 miles. Bring sturdy shoes, plenty of water, some food, sunscreen, a hat, warm clothing, and an Adventure Pass for your car. Heavy rain cancels but drizzle does not.
Participant number: No Limit
Trip details such as meeting location will be emailed to signed-up participants 3-5 days before the trip.
Photo: Pacific Wren (Troglodytes pacificus)