TOUR DATE: SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2024

TIME: 5:20 – 11:00 a.m.

DESCRIPTION: This year we have a unique opportunity to experience the Tall Forest at the Cosumnes River Preserve. A well-known field ornithologist will lead you deep into one of the finest riparian habitats left in California. There you will see a rich variety of up to 90 resident and seasonal bird species. Since this is an early-morning tour, you may also see beaver, river otter, striped skunk, raccoon, coyote, squirrels, deer and other animals. In spots the paths are nothing more than animal traces, so dress prepared to push through the underbrush and berry thickets. This tour is appropriate for people who are sure-footed and able to walk several miles. Rubber knee boots are recommended because it is likely to be muddy and wet. Serious birders will not want to miss this tour because the Tall Forest is generally closed to the public. Rain or shine, this will be an experience to remember.

LANDS PASS: No Lands Pass is required for this tour

TRANSPORTATION: You will drive your own personal vehicle

CHECK-IN: Check in with your guide by 5:10 a.m. The tour will begin shortly.

NOTE: DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME ENDS SATURDAY NIGHT. This tour is appropriate for people who are sure-footed and able to walk several miles. Rubber knee boots are recommended because it is likely to be muddy and wet. All tours begin and end at the corner of Desmond and Bruceville Roads.

INSTRUCTIONS: Check in with your guide by 5:10 a.m. The tour will begin shortly. The gate will be locked as soon as the tour begins.

DRIVE TIME: The drive time from Hutchins Street Square in Lodi, California to this tour is approximately 30 minutes.

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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.