TOUR #1426 – Early morning Crane Fly-out with Dr. Gary Ivey, #1
Greet the sunrise as cranes take flight at Woodbridge Reserve, guided by Dr. Gary Ivey.
$45.00
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Events for November 7, 2026
TOUR #1326 – Early morning Crane Fly-out with Paul Tebbel #1
Greet the sunrise as cranes take flight at Woodbridge Reserve, guided by expert Paul Tebbel.
$45.00
TOUR #1526 – Bird Walk Through the Nature Area #1
Stroll the Lodi Lake Nature Trail with local birding experts — a bird walk for all levels.
$17.00 – $20.00
TOUR #1626 – Mokelumne River Rendezvous
Hike the Mokelumne River at sunrise to scout 35+ bird species and maybe spawning salmon.
$17.00 – $20.00
TOUR #1726 – Delta Birding Cruise #1
Start your day drifting through the Delta with a naturalist — waterfowl, cranes, and more.
$43.00 – $50.00
TOUR #1826 – Eagles and Their Environment #1
Cruise Pardee Reservoir with naturalists to spot Golden and Bald Eagles and other raptors.
$58.00 – $65.00
TOUR #1926 – Cranes Foraging: A Roving Tour with Dr. Gary Ivey- #1
Head into the fields with Dr. Gary Ivey to watch Sandhill Cranes foraging up close.
$40.00
TOUR #2026 – Birds and Biomes
Explore the Preserve’s wetlands, oak forest, savanna, and riparian habitats on foot.
$25.00
TOUR #2126 – Boardwalk Migratory Birds
Walk the Preserve boardwalk to spot wintering waterfowl, raptors, and Sandhill Cranes.
$17.00 – $20.00
PAID WORKSHOP – Paint a Crane with Sumi Ink with Lauris Phillips – November 7, 2026
Crane painting workshop using sumi ink, led by Lauris Phillips.
$55.00
TOUR #2226 – Delta Birding Cruise #2
Start your day drifting through the Delta with a naturalist — waterfowl, cranes, and more.
$43.00 – $50.00
SPEAKER PRESENTATION – Meet the Cranes: An Introduction to Lodi’s Seasonal Visitors – November 7, 2026
Each fall and winter, thousands of Sandhill Cranes migrate along the Pacific Flyway and make a seasonal stop in California’s Central Valley—especially around Lodi. These elegant birds are known for their distinctive calls, graceful courtship dances, and easily recognizable features.
FREE WORKSHOP – Photographing Sandhill Cranes – November 7, 2026
This introduction to photographing wild birds will focus on Sandhill Cranes. Topics include the basics of birding, ethical considerations, predicting bird behavior, and locations for observing and photographing.
TOUR #2426 – Family Waterfowl Adventure
Bring the family to the boardwalk for scopes, naturalists, and kid-friendly microscopes.
Free – $5.00
TOUR #2626 – Cranes Foraging: A Roving Tour with Dr. Gary Ivey #2
Head into the fields with Dr. Gary Ivey to watch Sandhill Cranes foraging up close.
$40.00
TOUR #2526 – Model Wetlands at the Black Hole
Tour a private wetland refuge by small bus and see habitat restored for Wood Ducks and Mallards.
$50.00
TOUR #2326 – Kayaking on the Mokelumne River and Lodi Lake #1
Paddle the Mokelumne River and Lodi Lake on a guided kayak tour with Boathouse staff.
FAMILY ACTIVITY – Crane-ium
Hutchins Street Square 125 S Hutchins St a, LodiStop by for A hands-on exploration that gives people of all ages the opportunity to expand their knowledge And have fun doing it. San Joaquin Audubon Society shares a collection of artifacts and equipment to offer a closer look and a better understanding, of cranes and their adaptations.
FAMILY ACTIVITY – Origami Crane Folding
Hutchins Street Square 125 S Hutchins St a, LodiLearn origami crane folding from our volunteer “experts”. This activity is FREE … and everyone is welcomed to give it a try. Stop by to learn more about the cultural significance of origami cranes and the history of this unique Japanese art form.
LIVE ANIMAL PRESENTATION – The Secret Lives of Raptors – Native Bird Connections #1 – November 7, 2026
Join Native Bird Connections for an intimate look at the behaviors, life experiences, and personal stories of several birds of prey. See hawks and owls up close and learn their unique stories. This presentation repeats on Saturday at 1:40 PM.
TOUR #2726 – Eagles and Their Environment #2
Cruise Pardee Reservoir with naturalists to spot Golden and Bald Eagles and other raptors.
$58.00 – $65.00
ENTERTAINMENT PRESENTATION – Taiko Drumming – Denis & James Kurata – November 7, 2026
Welcome back Denis and James Kurata, who will perform this ancient form of Japanese music that has been a Festival highlight for 25 years.
KEYNOTE PRESENTATION – Into Whooperland – A Photographer’s Journey with Whooping Cranes – November 7, 2026
Photographer Michael Forsberg will take you on a wild, wonderful, and sometimes heartbreaking journey of Whooping Cranes from their wintering grounds along the Texas Gulf Coast to their remote nesting grounds in northern Canada.
FAMILY ACTIVITY- Make and Take Art
Hutchins Street Square 125 S Hutchins St a, LodiGet inspired and join artists from the Lodi Community Art Center to create your own mini painting to take home. Supplies and encouragement provided, open to all ages. Saturday and Sunday from noon to 3 PM.
FAMILY ACTIVITY – Face Painting
Hutchins Street Square 125 S Hutchins St a, LodiFace Painting for all ages, sponsored by the Girl Scouts of Lodi. Drop in anytime from noon to 3 PM.
TOUR #2826 – Farms, Floodplains, and Flyways #6
Join a small-bus tour of Staten Island farmland where cranes, farming, and conservation coexist.
$35.00 – $40.00
TOUR #2926 – A Walking Meditation for Bird Watchers
Step into a mindful, binocular-free walking meditation on the Cosumnes Preserve trails.
$20.00
LIVE ANIMAL PRESENTATION – The Secret Lives of Raptors – Native Bird Connections #2 – November 7, 2026
Join Native Bird Connections for an intimate look at the behaviors, life experiences, and personal stories of several birds of prey. See hawks and owls up close and learn their unique stories. This presentation is also at 10 AM on Saturday.
SPEAKER PRESENTATION – A Farmer’s Feathered Friend: Barn Owls and Rodent Pest Control in California Vineyards – November 7, 2026
Join this fascinating presentation about barn owl research in Lodi area vineyards, from monitoring breeding activity at nest boxes to tracking where owls hunt across the landscape. Barn owls are one of the original natural pest controls!
TOUR #3126 – Small Group Behind the Scenes at Cosumnes River Preserve #1
Join a small-group tour of Cosumnes River Preserve with the biologists who manage it.
$23.00 – $35.00
TOUR #3026 – Kayaking on the Mokelumne River and Lodi Lake #2
Paddle the Mokelumne River and Lodi Lake on a guided kayak tour with Boathouse staff.
TOUR #3226 – Capturing Cranes and Nature: A Special Photography Tour with Michael Forsberg
TOUR DESCRIPTION Join acclaimed conservation photographer Michael Forsberg for a special photography experience focused on the beauty and drama of migrating Sandhill Cranes and the landscapes they call home. Photographers of all skill levels will have the opportunity to learn […]
$100.00
SPEAKER PRESENTATION – Saving Western Monarchs – November 7, 2026
Join Angela Laws with The Xerces Society to learn more about protecting the western monarch butterfly in California.
Family Activity – Owl Pellet Dissection Lab – November 7, 2026
Guided by World of Wonders Science Museum staff, you will dissect a real owl pellet to learn the story of an owl’s latest meal.
TOUR #3326 – Stone Lakes Family Birding and Crane Fly-in
Wander the trails of Stone Lakes Refuge with the family, then watch the evening crane fly-in.
Free
TOUR #3426 – Delta Birding Cruise #3
Spend the afternoon cruising Delta waterways with a naturalist, watching for birds and wildlife.
$43.00 – $50.00
TOUR #3526 – Crane Roving and Fly-In with Dr. Gary Ivey #2
Ride along with crane expert Dr. Gary Ivey to watch cranes feed, then catch the evening fly-in.
$45.00 – $55.00
TOUR #3626 – Behind the Scenes Tour & Crane Fly-in at Staten Island #2
Step into Staten Island’s private farmland by small bus and cap it off with the crane fly-in.
$33.00 – $45.00
TOUR #3726 – Crane Fly-in WER North Unit #2 with Crane Expert Paul Tebbel
Watch the evening crane fly-in from a cozy shelter with expert Paul Tebbel and docents.
$33.00 – $45.00
TOUR #3826 – Crane Fly-in WER South Unit #2
Witness thousands of cranes converge at dusk on flooded fields, with a CDFW docent talk.
$23.00 – $35.00