Difficulty: Moderate. (Some walking on mild slopes and dirt/gravel trails. Drive time to location approximately 75 minutes.)
We’ll explore this 117,000 acre refuge with habitat that ranges from semi-desert grassland to cottonwoods and is uniquely managed for Masked Bobwhite Quail. Depending on water levels we may stop at Arivaca Cienega, Aguirre Lake, and the BANWR Headquarters. Swainson’s Hawk, Western Kingbird, Loggerhead Shrike, and Chihuahuan Meadowlark should be in the grassland areas, and we’ll keep our eyes open for early fall migrants like Lazuli Buntings. Community Forest Program Manager, Jay Snowdon, will also highlight issues facing the ecosystem at BANWR, specifically from invasive plants. Limited to 9 participants.
Swainson’s Hawk by Martin Molina