TOUR DATE: SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2024

TIME: 9:25 a.m. – 12:05 p.m.

DESCRIPTION: Stroll picturesque vineyards and an old-growth riparian forest along the Mokelumne River with local birding expert David Yee. Participants will scan the vegetation and skies looking for species to add to the Winery’s monthly list. At the end of your walk, relax and talk birds with other enthusiasts on the Heritage Oak Winery patio while you enjoy Tom and Carmela Hoffman’s handcrafted wines and a delicious box lunch from the popular Big Belly Deli sandwich shop. If you are lucky, the hummingbird feeders will be buzzing with various species. Lunch, great wine, birds, and nature … what else is there? Round trip walking on the trail is approximately 2.5 miles, so bring your walking shoes and binoculars. For more about the winery, visit www.heritageoakwinery.com (must be 21).

LANDS PASS: No Lands Pass is required for this tour.

TRANSPORTATION: You will drive your own vehicle.

CHECK-IN: Meet your guide in front of the Heritage Oak Winery (10112 Woodbridge Road, Acampo, CA, 95220) at 9:15 a.m.

NOTE: Be prepared to walk for two or more miles on uneven ground. Participants must be able to stand for an hour or more. The tour is not wheelchair accessible.

REGISTRATION PROCEDURE: Choose an option and select the number of reservations you wish to purchase. No actual tickets will be issued. You will receive an email to confirm your reservation (Check your Spam Folder if you do not receive one) On the day of the tour your guide will have a list of participants and will check you in.

WAITING LIST PROCEDURES: If you try to register for a tour that is full, you may be given the option to get on a waiting list. The waiting list is limited to the first few customers who attempt to register. If space becomes available these customers will be notified by email that they have 48 hours to register for the tour. After 48 hours, the space(s) will be open for registration on a first come-first serve basis. This system is fully automated. Our volunteer staff will not be able to let you know if you are on the waiting list.

LATE REGISTRATION: If you register for a tour after the deadline, please bring a copy of your confirmation email to show your guide or show confirmation on your cell phone.

QUESTIONS ABOUT REGISTRATION: If you have questions about a tour or registration issues contact our Registration Coordinator at tours@lodisandhillcrane.org or leave a voicemail at (800) 581-6150. Please contact us at least two weeks prior to the tour if you need special accommodations. You will be contacted within a week.

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