Karl Weis coordinates our twice monthly bird walks which usually take place on the 2nd and 4th Friday of each month.
Contact Karl for additional information. If you are interested in volunteering to lead one or more of these walks, contact Karl, because he LOVES volunteers to lead BONUS walks to new and/or unusual areas.
Also be sure to check out our monthly Field Trips.
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- Birds & Brews - Douglas Preserve
Thursday, June 25, 2026, 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Join SBAS for a golden hour bird walk at the Douglas Preserve, a 70-acre oceanfront open space gem in Santa Barbara. We’ll stroll the coastal bluffs, wander through the oak woodlands, and make our way down to the riparian habitats of Mesa and Arroyo Burro creeks, covering approximately 2 miles of mostly flat terrain with one hill to descend and climb back up. Trip leader and local wildlife biologist Ian Jackson will help participants identify birds by sight and sound along the way and share insights into their life histories and ecology.
The walk will be followed by an optional drink/bite at Topa Topa Brewery in the Funk Zone, where folks can connect, plan their next bird outing, or discuss more ways to get involved with Santa Barbara Audubon all while enjoying a delicious beverage crafted by a company that supports local environmental issues and organizations.
No sign-up necessary.
