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SUMMARY:TOUR #5326 - Small Group Behind the Scenes at Cosumnes River Preserve #2
DESCRIPTION:TOUR DESCRIPTION\nTHIS IS YOUR OPPORTUNITY TO SEE COSUMNES RIVER PRESERVE UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL. Since this is a small group tour\, you will have open conversations with the Preserve’s staff and get all of your questions answered. Jointly managed by 9 private and government agencies\, the Cosumnes River Preserve is the finest Valley Oak riparian forest and wetland in California. Explore this key link on the Pacific Flyway and learn why its management is considered a model in conservation partnerships. Experienced tour guides will share the ‘back story’ and guide you through the beauty of the Preserve. You will explore areas that are not open to the public to show how rice farming and managed wetlands provide a home for an extraordinary variety of wildlife. Expect to walk short distances and see hundreds of migratory waterfowl. Very likely\, you will experience the thrill of seeing Sandhill Cranes as they fly into these wetlands for the night to roost. \n  \nTRANSPORTATION\nPersonal car \n  \nWALKING DISTANCE & TERRAIN\nThis tour takes place primarily from your personal vehicle. Participants will drive in a guided caravan and make several stops along the route\, getting in and out of their vehicles to meet with the guide. Walking is minimal and limited to short distances\, over flat dirt and gravel surfaces\, from your vehicle to the front of the caravan. You may also need to stand for extended periods. \n  \nLANDS PASS\nNo Lands Pass is required for this tour.  Visit the Tour FAQ page for more information. \n  \nNOTES/INSTRUCTIONS\nParticipants will meet their guide at the Cosumnes River Preserve Visitor Center.
URL:https://lodisandhillcrane.org/event/tour-5326-small-group-behind-the-scenes-at-cosumnes-river-preserve-2/
LOCATION:Cosumnes River Preserve – Visitor Center\, 13501 Franklin Blvd\, Galt\, CA\, 95632\, United States
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SUMMARY:TOUR #3126 - Small Group Behind the Scenes at Cosumnes River Preserve #1
DESCRIPTION:TOUR DESCRIPTION\nTHIS IS YOUR OPPORTUNITY TO SEE COSUMNES RIVER PRESERVE UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL. Since this is a small group tour\, you will have open conversations with the Preserve’s staff and get all of your questions answered. Jointly managed by 9 private and government agencies\, the Cosumnes River Preserve is the finest Valley Oak riparian forest and wetland in California. Explore this key link on the Pacific Flyway and learn why its management is considered a model in conservation partnerships. Experienced tour guides will share the ‘back story’ and guide you through the beauty of the Preserve. You will explore areas that are not open to the public to show how rice farming and managed wetlands provide a home for an extraordinary variety of wildlife. Expect to walk short distances and see hundreds of migratory waterfowl. Very likely\, you will experience the thrill of seeing Sandhill Cranes as they fly into these wetlands for the night to roost. \n  \nTRANSPORTATION\nPersonal car \n  \nWALKING DISTANCE & TERRAIN\nThis tour takes place primarily from your personal vehicle. Participants will drive in a guided caravan and make several stops along the route\, getting in and out of their vehicles to meet with the guide. Walking is minimal and limited to short distances\, over flat dirt and gravel surfaces\, from your vehicle to the front of the caravan. You may also need to stand for extended periods. \n  \nLANDS PASS\nNo Lands Pass is required for this tour.  Visit the Tour FAQ page for more information. \n  \nNOTES/INSTRUCTIONS\nParticipants will meet their guide at the Cosumnes River Preserve Visitor Center.
URL:https://lodisandhillcrane.org/event/tour-3126-small-group-behind-the-scenes-at-cosumnes-river-preserve-1/
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SUMMARY:TOUR #2926 - A Walking Meditation for Bird Watchers
DESCRIPTION:TOUR DESCRIPTION\nLeave your binos in the glove box and turn off Merlin. We’re going on a walking meditation! After a guidance talk\, we will take an introspective walk on the trails of the Cosumnes River Preserve. No meditation experience required. We will move through the landscape with an emphasis on mindfulness\, experiencing the sights\, sounds\, smells and atmosphere in what may be a novel experience for many birders. \n  \nTRANSPORTATION\nPersonal car \n  \nWALKING DISTANCE & TERRAIN\nSlower paced walk on generally level and even terrain. \n  \nLANDS PASS\nNo Lands Pass is required for this tour.  Visit the Tour FAQ page for more information. \n  \nNOTES/INSTRUCTIONS\nNEW TOUR. Participants will check in with their guide at Cosumnes River Preserve Visitor Center. \n 
URL:https://lodisandhillcrane.org/event/tour-2926-a-walking-meditation-for-bird-watchers/
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SUMMARY:TOUR #2426 - Family Waterfowl Adventure
DESCRIPTION:TOUR DESCRIPTION\nWant to get your kids involved in the Lodi Sandhill Crane Festival? This tour is the perfect way to start. Join us at the Cosumnes River Preserve boardwalk where your family will have a chance to see waterfowl\, and maybe Sandhill Cranes\, through our spotting scopes. Naturalists will be there to help and answer your questions. They will also have microscopes set up so children can view the critters that live in pond water. \n  \nTRANSPORTATION\nPersonal car \n  \nWALKING DISTANCE & TERRAIN\nThis tour requires the ability to walk a mile or two over generally level and even terrain. This tour requires the ability to stand for at least an hour. \n  \nLANDS PASS\nNo Lands Pass is required for this tour.  Visit the Tour FAQ page for more information. \n  \nNOTES/INSTRUCTIONS\nParticipants will check in with their guide at the Cosumnes River Preserve Visitor Center.
URL:https://lodisandhillcrane.org/event/tour-2426-family-waterfowl-adventure/
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SUMMARY:TOUR #2126 - Boardwalk Migratory Birds
DESCRIPTION:TOUR DESCRIPTION\nThe Cosumnes River Preserve is one of the most impressive stopovers on the Pacific Flyway for migratory birds. During the winter months\, hundreds of thousands of waterfowl and numerous other bird species\, visit the wetlands and surrounding riparian forest. Join Bob Jensen for an interpretive walk around this incredible preserve. You will likely see a diverse selection of ducks\, geese\, shore birds\, raptors\, and woodland birds. Sandhill Cranes are also commonly found along the edges of the marsh lands. Be sure to bring your camera and binoculars for an exceptional experience. \n  \nTRANSPORTATION\nPersonal car \n  \nWALKING DISTANCE & TERRAIN\nBe prepared to walk a mile or two on smooth trails and a boardwalk. \n  \nLANDS PASS\nNo Lands Pass is required for this tour.  Visit the Tour FAQ page for more information. \n  \nNOTES/INSTRUCTIONS\nParticipants will check in with their guide at the Cosumnes River Preserve Visitor Center.
URL:https://lodisandhillcrane.org/event/tour-2126-boardwalk-migratory-birds/
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SUMMARY:TOUR #2026 - Birds and Biomes
DESCRIPTION:TOUR DESCRIPTION\nThe Cosumnes River Preserve has a number of ecological habitats that may be reached in a walk of just a few miles. You will experience Seasonal Wetlands\, Oak Forests\, Savanna and Riparian biomes and importantly\, their interfaces. The plants\, insects\, dry and wet soils\, all contribute to the success of the diverse species of birds that reside in the Preserve. Wear sensible shoes\, take a water bottle and be ready to walk. \n  \nTRANSPORTATION\nPersonal car \n  \nWALKING DISTANCE & TERRAIN\nThis tour requires participants to walk several miles on uneven terrain. \n  \nLAND PASS\nNo Lands Pass is required for this tour.  Visit the Tour FAQ page for more information. \n  \nNOTES/INSTRUCTIONS\nNEW TOUR – We recommend participants to bring water\, good walking shoes and insect repellent. Binoculars are also recommended. \n 
URL:https://lodisandhillcrane.org/event/tour-2026-birds-and-biomes/
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SUMMARY:TOUR #526 - Slow & Scenic Birding at Cosumnes River Preserve
DESCRIPTION:An Easy-Paced Birding Experience for Limited Mobility Participants\n  \nTOUR DESCRIPTION\nEnjoy an accessible\, limited-mobility-friendly experience through the wetlands of the Cosumnes River Preserve. This guided tour includes an approximately half-mile walk along accessible pathways to the boardwalk\, where participants will explore the wetlands alongside knowledgeable naturalist guides. Along the way\, guides will help spot wintering birds and share insights about the Preserve’s wildlife and habitats\, with plenty of opportunities to pause\, observe\, and enjoy the winter landscape at a comfortable pace. Benches are available along the route and at the boardwalk\, providing places to sit\, rest\, and take in the surrounding scenery. This tour is designed to accommodate participants who prefer a slower-paced experience with minimal physical exertion. what about people who cannot walk 1/2 mile no matter how slow the pace? Maybe including letting the tour guide if you want to sit and rest and not go any further. \n  \nTRANSPORTATION\nPersonal car \n  \nWALKING DISTANCE & TERRAIN\nSlower paced walk on flat surface that is mostly paved. Total maximum distance of .8 miles but length can be adjusted based on the group’s mobility and comfort level. There are also several benches along the trail where participants can sit and rest as needed. \n  \nLANDS PASS\nNo Lands Pass is required for this tour.  Visit the Tour FAQ page for more information. \n  \nNOTES/INSTRUCTIONS\nNEW TOUR \n 
URL:https://lodisandhillcrane.org/event/tour-526-slow-scenic-birding-at-cosumnes-river-preserve-an-easy-paced-birding-experience-for-limited-mobility-participants/
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