Leaders: Megan Jankowski, Juli Chamberlin and Bob Toleno This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Mill Creek Road is an underappreciated birding hotspot in Fremont. It parallels Mill Creek, which creates a rich riparian habitat that flows from Mission Peak. In late April, we hope to see migrants like Ash-throated Flycatcher, Cassin's Vireo, migrating warblers, as well as Rufous Hummingbird, and maybe even a Calliope Hummingbird. Resident Rufous-crowned Sparrow should be singing, and we'll likely hear the song of the recently arrived Grasshopper Sparrows, too. Lazuli Buntings and Black-headed Grosbeaks should be abundant and singing on their breeding territories. We'll walk about 1.5 - 2 miles on a paved road up the fairly gentle hill and then back again.

Directions: From 880 S, take Auto Mall Pkwy east, then get on 680 N for 2 miles, exit on Mission Blvd, turn right, then turn left on Mill Creek Rd. after just a couple blocks. Park on the street near the corner of Mill Creek Rd. and Linmore Dr. There are no restrooms, so be sure to stop at the McDonalds or a gas station on Mission Blvd beforehand to use the facilities.