Mudflats and Coastal Prairies of Upper Newport Bay (Sunday 2/15)
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Overview: Upper Newport Bay is one of the largest coastal wetlands and last remaining large estuaries in Southern California, encompassing approximately 1000 acres. Coastal sage scrub and coastal prairie habitat sits on bluffs overlooking the mudflats. Upper Newport Bay is home to several endangered species, and a stop over for travelers on the Pacific Fly-way.
Here are a few of the topics we'll be learning about:
- Natural history of the upper bay
- How was it created
- Importance of mudflats
- Coastal prairie ecosystem and invasive plants
- Threatened species on the upper bay
- Importance to bird migration
I've capped attendance for this event, so, if full, please join the waitlist and I'll try to accommodate as the event gets closer.
Location: Upper Newport Bay Nature Reserve in Newport Beach, CA
Starting point: Parking lot of Upper Newport Bay Nature Reserve. Look for the Socal Science Hikes banner typically hung from my CRV, and the guy with long hair, beard, and cowboy hat.
Distance: Approximately 3.5 miles
Duration: About 3 hours
Elevation gain: ~200 ft
Terrain: Dirt trails, some pavement
Difficulty: Beginner
Age: 13 and older. Contact me to discuss exceptions.
Pets: No pets allowed
Recommended gear:
- Footwear suitable for dirt paths and pavement
- Clothing suitable for the weather
- Water
- Snacks (if desired)
- Binoculars, monocular, or spotting scope
- Journal or notebook if you're into that sort of thing
- Sun protection
Cost: This event is free, but if you enjoy your time and learn something, tips/donations are graciously accepted in person or at buymeacoffee.com/codycolborn
No Show Policy: In order to host as many people as possible, we keep track of no shows. After two no shows, you will be placed on the waitlist when signing up for a new event, and moved to the "going" list if space is available the night before the event.
Questions: If you have any questions, please message me through Meetup or text 424-244-0334.
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