BCAS field trip group on the North Rim of the Black Canyon.
Field Trips
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BCAS Field Trip Guidelines - 2023
One of the fun aspects of belonging to BCAS is the field trips. The field trips visit numerous hotspots in our area and occasionally to places far afield. These trips wouldn’t be possible without the efforts of the trip leaders. All BCAS trip leaders are volunteers donating their time and expertise to bring a great birding experience to participants. As a matter of keeping the experience top notch there are a few rules in place to help things run smoothly. Please keep them in mind when signing up and participating in the trips.
- Please notify the trip leader of your intentions to participate in a timely manner. Contact the trip leader to sign up and be sure you get an affirmative response from the leader. To sign up for all field trips send an email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Be sure to mention which field trip you want to attend. Field trip sign ups close 48 hours before the planned trip. Be sure to leave a contact phone number in case the leader needs to contact you about changes.
- Depending on the field trip, there may be limitations on participation. These limitations are set by the trip leader and announced with the field trip information. Reasons for limitations include parking concerns, visits to private residents, safety, and a trip leader’s comfort level with participant numbers. The exceptions to participant limitations may include special events where a larger crowd in anticipated and the First Tuesday field trips. First Tuesdays are expressly focused on new/novice members and visit nearby hotspots that can accommodate a bigger group. People are still asked to sign up in advance, so no one is left behind.
- Unless otherwise noted, all trips will meet in Montrose at 8 a.m. at the public parking lot at the corner of N. 2nd Street and N. Cascade Ave.
Many of BCAS field trips fill up, so signing up early increases your chances of participating. If, for some reason, you cannot attend a field trip, please notify the trip leader ASAP. Many times, the leader has a waiting list, so contacting the leader allows others to participate. Guests of members are welcome, so please let the leader know how many will be in your party.
First Tuesday Field Trips
First Tuesday Field Trips will be on November 7 and December 5 at 9:00 a.m. Meet at the public parking lot at the intersection of N. 2nd St. and N. Cascade Ave. in Montrose. A leader will accompany the group to a nearby birding hotspot. Return about noon. Independent driving and social distancing, including wearing masks and not sharing equipment, will be the protocol in use. Return should be by about noon. Bring a snack, water, binoculars, and field guides. RSVP for all fieldtrips at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Please let us know if you are coming, so we don’t leave you behind. This is especially in case of sudden weather changes.
Confluence Park and G50 Road
Saturday, November 18, 8:00 a.m. Confluence Park and G50 Road in Delta (Delta County). Spot wintering waterfowl and raptors that take advantage of open water in the reservoir in Confluence Park. Hundreds of ducks, geese, and other species regularly use this lake as a resting spot. After we’ve birded Confluence Park, we’ll travel to local ranch fields and ponds that often host Sandhill Cranes and other birds. Those coming from the Delta area may wish to meet the trip at Confluence Park near the reservoir just after 8:30 a.m. Be sure to dress in layers and bring lunch, snacks, water, and a spotting scope. if you have one. RSVP at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. required!
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