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Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens, 47 acres of botanical bliss fronting the Pacific Ocean

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    Anna's Hummingbird | Photo by Roger Adamson

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    Spotted Owl | Photo by Roger Adamson

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    Female and Male California Quail. Photo by Ron LeValley.

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    Chestnut-backed Chickadee | Photo by Roger Adamson

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    Black-headed Grosbeak. Photo by Ron LeValley.

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    Male Anna's Hummingbird. Photo by Ron LeValley.

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    Acorn Woodpecker | Photo by Roger Adamson

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    Clark's Grebe | Photo by Ron LeValley

Bird Watching with Mendocino Coast Audubon Society

More than 180 species of birds live in or visit the Gardens each year. Join the experts from our local Mendocino Coast chapter of the Audubon Society and learn more about our avian friends. Monthly walks start at the Gardens entrance. You can print out  MCBG Birdwatching Guide to help you in your exploration.

  • http://www.mendocinocoastaudubon.org/Beginning Birding: 1st Saturday, 9:00 am
  • Early Bird Walk: 3rd Wednesday, 8:00 am  (April through October)
  • Early Bird Walk: 3rd Wednesday, 8:30 am  (November through March)

Check the Audubon Society's calendar for updates and cancellations. Please note: Walks will be canceled in the event of heavy rain. 

 

Bird Walks Admissions
Walks are free with regular Gardens admission (pre-payment required) and just plain free for members of the Gardens. If you join us for an Early Bird Walk, please pay for your admission in advance online, as the Store does not open until 9AM.

 

About MCAS
The Mendocino Coast Audubon Society is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to the appreciation and protection of wild birds in Mendocino County. Consider becoming a member of the Mendocino Coast Audubon Society! The basic membership dues ($25 annually) support the important environmental education and conservation projects critical to the protection of wildlife and the environment. 

Follow the Mendocino Coast Audubon Society on Facebook for updates on Bird Walks, Bird Counts, and more...

 

Photo Gallery: Birds of MCBG

Contact Email: audubon@mcn.org