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BCAS Species of Concern-a-thon Fundraiser, Summer 2011

Adopt a species and enjoy a gourmet interlude with nature!

We had a great time dining and searching for threatened species last year during our second Species of Concern-a-thon, so please consider joining us this year. Pledges support Boulder County Audubon conservation programs, including efforts to preserve habitat for birds of special concern. Board members provide gourmet food and refreshments for each trip. Participants receive updates on nesting status of these sensitive species. Thanks for your support!!

Adoptable Species of Concern and Schedule of Trips:

  • Bald Eagle (isolated and restricted) with Steve Jones. Saturday, May 14, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. We'll get clear views of nesting Bald Eagles in Weld County, briefly visit a Burrowing Owl nesting colony, then continue to Barr Lake for a sumptuous brunch and a walk along the marsh boardwalk. 303-494-2468; curlewsj@comcast.net. Suggested pledge: $45. Limited to 8 participants.
  • Burrowing Owl (isolated and restricted) with Petrea Mah. Saturday, June 18, 4-9 p.m. On a summer evening we'll explore three or four Burrowing Owl colonies in Weld and Adams counties. Last year we saw more than 40 Burrowing Owls on this trip. This year's juvenile owls should be visible as they begin their fledging antics. After the owls we'll enjoy a picnic dinner at nearby Barr Lake State Park, followed by a boardwalk ramble to view songbirds, waterfowl, and raptors: 303-494-4121; petreamah@comcast.net. Suggested pledge: $45. Limited to 10 participants.
  • Flammulated Owl (isolated and restricted) search with Linda Andes-Georges and Maureen Lawry. Tuesday, June 14, 6-10:30 p.m. After a gourmet picnic at dusk, we'll stroll down a remote foothills canyon to listen for poorwills, nighthawks, and reclusive flammulated owls. We have about a 70% chance of hearing or seeing these little owls. 303-772-3239; andesgeorges@comcast.net.. Suggested pledge: $40. Limited to 12 participants.
  • Barn Owl (isolated and restricted), with Linda Andes-Georges. Sunday, July 24, 6-10 p.m. Enjoy a catered trip to search for these ghosts of the avian world (and their young) in two locations where they are known to nest: 303-772-3239; andes-georges@comcast.net. Suggested pledge: $40. Limited to 12 participants (several spaces available).
  • Wild Orchids, with Joyce Gellhorn. Saturday, July 15, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.. Search for several species of wild orchid in the Wild Basin area of Rocky Mountain National Park. Enjoy a catered brunch in a peaceful aspen grove along the way: 303-442-8123; jggellhorn@sprynet.com. Suggested pledge: $40. Limited to 10 participants.
  • Butterfly Photography Workshop with Steve Jones. Saturday, July 16, 7:30 a.m. to noon. A couple of slots still are available in this workshop, which will give participants the chance to get close to fritillaries, blues, and other butterflies and capture them artistically.Bring a digital or film camera with a macro (close-up) or telephoto lens. Bagel and fruit brunch provided. 303-494-2468; curlewsj@comcast.net. Limited to 6 participants. Suggested pledge: $35.

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