OC Coastal Cactus Wren Survey and Lecture

Volunteers Needed – Coastal Cactus Wren monitoring effort. This is a unique opportunity for naturalists and birders, beginning to advanced, to participate with noted Cactus Wren scientists and conservationists, to perform urgently needed surveys and nest monitoring at Audubon’s Starr Ranch Sanctuary, Caspers Wilderness Park, UCI Reserve System, and Nature Reserve of Orange County (NROC) properties. Training, data collection materials, field assistance, and plenty of encouragement will be provided.

The Nature Conservancy, Audubon California, Sea and Sage Audubon Society, and NROC are working in a collaborative effort to launch the Orange County Cactus Wren Survey Team study. The volunteer-based, scientist-led team will assist in surveys and monitoring efforts needed to assess the status of the Coastal Cactus Wren in Orange County.

Skills Required – Basic birding skills (motivated beginners welcome), reliable transportation, ability to walk moderate distances, a good pair of binoculars, readiness to learn, and enthusiasm about birds!

Schedule (Exact Training Dates TBA)

• November 25th Sea and Sage Audubon 4th Tuesday Conservation Lecture Series – Presented by Robb Hamilton “Coastal Cactus Wrens in Orange County - A Species in Decline”
• December 6th  - Lecture Series, Associated Field Trip Led by Robb Hamilton – Location TBA - For information see www.seaandsageaudubon.org
• January – NROC Field Trip Led by Dr. Kristine Preston
• January – February First Training Sessions Begin
• February – Make-up Training
• February - March – Surveys Begin

For More Info See: www.starr-ranch.org or www.seaandsageaudubon.org

Or Contact:

Sandy DeSimone – Audubon’s Starr Ranch Sanctuary (949) 858-0309

Scott Thomas – Sea and Sage Audubon (949) 261-7962

Nancy Kenyon - Sea and Sage Audubon (949) 786-3160