Organizer
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Kurt Leuschner
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Email
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Kurt is a Professor of Natural Resources at College of the Desert where he teaches courses on Conservation, Entomology, Field Ornithology, Native Plants, and GPS Navigation. Kurt also teaches weekend courses and workshops on birdwatching, insects, GPS, and backyard habitats.
Bird-Walk at Sunnylands
Join us for a morning walk around the historic Sunnylands estate where hundreds of tree species allow nesting and roosting for birds as small as hummingbirds and as large as Red-tailed Hawks and Great-horned Owls. Low-water meadow grasses that replaced 60 acres of turf have become a favorite of ground nesters, while heron, egrets, and waterfowl crowd the lakes and streams during the peak migrations in the spring and fall. The guided walk will take about 1 hour but participants can stay longer.
The walk will be led by Kurt Leuschner. Kurt has been a frequent lecturer to our club and he is a phenomenal story teller. Kurt has an MS in Wildlife Ecology and is a Professor of Natural Resources.
The free bird walk is offered at 8:45 am and is open to the public. No reservations required. Binoculars are recommended. Remember to bring sun protection, water, and comfortable closed-toed shoes.
PLEASE CALL SHIRL DONAHUE WITH EVENT QUESTIONS: 908-230-6199
HIKE LEADER: Kurt Leuschner
HIKE LOCATOR: Sunnylands Estate, 37977 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage
HIKE DIFFICULTY: Easy