San Marcos Foothills Preserve is an open space encompassing 200 acres. It offers exceptional views of the channel Islands and the Santa Ynez mountains. It provides habitat for Roadrunners, White-tailed Kites, American Kestrels and several species of Hawks. It is also home to many grassland and chaparral bird species.
Friday, December 20, 2024 ~ 8:30 am – 10:30 am
Target Birds:
- Song birds
- Raptors
- Roadrunner
- Sparrows
- & others
Directions:
From either direction on Hwy 101
- Take the State Street/Hwy 154 off-ramp
- Follow the signs to get on Hwy 154
- Take Exit 32 Cathedral Oaks Rd / Foothill Road
- Turn left onto Cathedral Oaks Road
- Take the 1st right turn on to Via Chaparral
- Turn right on Salvar Road
- Proceed across the bridge and turn left on Via Gaitero
- Park at the end of the road where we will meet
Other Information:
- Bring water, snack
- Wear comfortable shoes
- Bring a hat
- Binoculars a must, spotting scopes are useful
Trip Coordinator:
Karl Weis
Contact Karl for information or questions
Sponsored by Santa Barbara Audubon Society
Santa Barbara Audubon Society is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization
