Field Trip: Lake Cachuma Winter Wildlife (Eagle) Boat Cruise

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Join SBAS and Naturalist Kristin Loft for a boat tour of the birds of Lake Cachuma. Explore all the nooks and crannies of the shoreline for not only birds but land mammals as well.

Saturday, March 1, 2025 ~ 9:45 am – 12:15 pm

Target Birds

  • Bald Eagle
  • White Pelican
  • Grebes
  • Common Loon
  • Sea  & water birds
  • Ducks
  • Osprey
  • Great-tailed Grackle
  • Peregrine Falcon
  • & others

Reservations:

  • Santa Barbara/Goleta Coast Audubon Members ONLY
  • Trip is limited to 25 people.
  • You must contact Dane St. George to make a reservation by February 26th.
  • Dane will confirm your reservation by email.

Directions:

  • Take Hwy 154 to Lake Cachuma County Park entrance
  • If needed ask for directions at the ranger kiosk
  • Park near the boat launching area and the Fishing and Tackle shop
  • See MAP

 

Cost:

  • $18.00 per person for the boat trip – payable on the boat.
  • $10.00 per car for entering Lake Cachuma County Park.
    (you may want to carpool with your friends.)

Other Information:

  • Bring water, snack or lunch
  • Wear comfortable shoes
  • Bring a hat
  • Dress in layers
  • Binoculars a must, spotting scopes are not recommended on the boat
  • The Neal Taylor Nature Center has made some big improvements and is worth a visit after the Eagle Cruise.

Trip Coordinator:

Dane St. George
Contact Dane for questions or additional information HERE

Sponsored by Santa Barbara Audubon Society

Santa Barbara Audubon Society is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization