May 2018 N Rim Black Canyon field trip

BCAS field trip group on the North Rim of the Black Canyon.

Field Trips

BCAS Field Trip Guidelines

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 are  November 5 and December 3 at 9:00 AM 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 should be by about noon. Bring a snack, water, binoculars, and field guides. Please RSVP for all field trips and included your name, field trip date and contact information in case weather or illness forces a cancellation. 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.

New - Third Tuesday Field Trips - New

We are proud to announce that we will now be doing another set of field trips - these oriented around Delta County!  Third Tuesday Field Trips are November 19 and December 17 at 9:00 AM and will meet at the large parking area on the eastern side of Confluence Lake west of and behind the Bill Heddles Recreation Center.  The first trip will be a walk around the wetland areas, along the Gunnison River, and back to the lake.  Return should be by at least noon. Bring a snack, water, binoculars, and field guides. Please RSVP for all field trips and included your name, field trip date and contact information in case weather or illness forces a cancellation. 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. For more information, please call Dian Torphy at (970) 200-6294.

Ridgway State Park (Ouray County)

Thursday, November 14, 9:00 AM. Leader: Don Marsh.  Meet at the Ridgway State Park Visitor Center near the Dutch Charlie entrance. Ridgway State Park in November can host a variety of migrating birds, including ducks, gulls, shorebirds, and late migrant songbirds. The park charges a $10.00/car entrance fee unless you have an annual “Keep Colorado Wild” pass. We will try to carpool with annual pass holders to minimize expenses. Dress in layers, bring water and lunch or snacks, and a spotting scope if you have one. We will wrap up around noon.  Please RSVP to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. early to reserve your spot.

 

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