FIELD TRIPS
"Join us for a birding field trip! Whether you're a beginner or an experienced birder, all are welcome. Our mission is to cultivate a love of birding by fostering education, connection with nature, and camaraderie among birders of all levels. Come share in the adventure and joy of birdwatching with us!"
​How to sign up for a field trip:
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Click the "Sign Up" button under the trip you want to attend and fill out information on the webpage.
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Light drizzle does not necessarily cancel trips, but heavier rain will. For all trips, please wear appropriate clothing (layers are suggested), comfortable shoes, and bring snacks, water, hats, sunscreen, binoculars and field guides."
Questions or need help? Email fieldtrips@venturaaudubon.org
UPCOMING VAS FIELD TRIPS
LAKE CASITAS
SATURDAY, MARCH 14, 2026 - 8:30 AM
Join us for a walk by the lake, there’s usually something for everyone here. From Hummingbirds, Woodpeckers and Warblers, to various Ducks and Geese. Recent sightings include Swamp Sparrow and Zone-tailed Hawk. And there’s always a chance we might see one of the resident Bald Eagles.
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This will be VAS's first bilingual bird walk, welcoming both English and Spanish-speaking participants!
BEGINNER'S BIRD WALK @ VENTURA SETTLING PONDS
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 18, 2026 - 8:30 AM
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This monthly walk is specifically for beginner birders. Space is limited to ensure the guides can provide a quality experience for those less familiar with bird identification. The walk will be at Ventura Settling Ponds where a great variety of birds can be found. The walk will introduce some of the species seen and provide tips on how to identify them.
MEMBER'S ONLY TRIP @ HEDRICK RANCH NATURE AREA
SATURDAY, MARCH 28, 2026 - 8:30 AM
Hedrick Ranch Nature Area is a wildlife habitat preserve, originally established in 1997, the first land to be protected along the Santa Clara River for the goal of a restored riparian corridor with healthy native wildlife habitat. The preserve, under the stewardship of the Friends of the Santa Clara River, is home to three endangered bird species and critical habitat for local native flora and fauna.
