Wander through the beautiful Gilbert Riparian Preserve. This 110 acre wetland ifeatures 7 recharge ponds and one community pond that support a diversity of plants and wildlife. A local birding hotspot, the Gilbert Water Ranch has recently hosted a pair of Streak-backed Orioles. We will look for the Orioles and can also expect a nice variet of waterfowl, raptors and wintering sparrows. Meet at 7:30 a.m. at the parking lot off of Guadalupe Road, just east of Greenfield Road.
Time: 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Limit: 15
Difficulty: 2 (2 mile walk on mostly level gravel)
Leader: Torin Waters