# Event Details

- **Event Name**: From the Mountains to the Sea: A Three-Day Birding Adventure
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 06 Feb, 2026 at 06:00 am – Sun, 08 Feb, 2026 at 03:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Explore Southern California’s rich birdlife on a guided journey from the mountains to the Salton Sea to the desert. 
 
Join expert birders Gjon Hazard and Thomas Myers for an unforgettable birding experience as we explore and learn about the rich diversity of inland southern California (130+ species possible). 
 
What to Expect: 
 
Three days of guided birding across diverse habitats: 
Friday: Salton Sea and the Imperial Valley 
Saturday: Cuyamaca Rancho State Park 
Sunday: Borrego Valley 
Expert instruction on bird identification, ecology, conservation, and taxonomy 
Daily meetups at the Anza-Borrego Foundation store with carpooling to each location 
Opportunities for both rare and common bird sightings, guided by two of the region’s top birding experts 
Easy to moderate, slow-paced walking with some uneven or rocky terrain 
 
Who Should Attend: 
 
Birders of all levels—primarily beginner to intermediate, but all skill levels welcome  
Nature lovers looking to deepen their understanding of regional birdlife 
Anyone ready for three rewarding days outdoors in varied landscapes 
 
What to Bring: 
 
Binoculars 
Lunch, snacks, and water each day 
Comfortable clothing and shoes for outdoor conditions 
Lodging arrangements (participants are responsible for their own accommodations) 
Drivers should start with a (mostly) full tank of gas 
 
Date & Time: (This event is three days) 
 
Friday, February 6, 2026, 6:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.  
Saturday, February 7, 2026, 6:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. 
Sunday, February 8, 2026, 6:30 a.m.–3:00 p.m.  
 
Location:   
 
Meet at the ABF store in the Mall: 587 Palm Canyon Dr. #110, Borrego Springs, CA, 92004  
(in The Mall, park in the eastside lot). We’ll then carpool and/or caravan to our birding locations. 
 
Cost:  
 
ABF Members: $213 (Become a Member for only $35 and save!) 
Non-Members: $250 
Students: $125 
 
Registration: https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=cc87a22a-81a9-46d2-8007-e76e992d9aae&envId=p-Of6JnJ-NDU-Ys4lsF7CG9w&zone=usa 
 
Cancellation Policy & Scholarships: Please see our FAQs page to read our cancellation policy and learn about scholarship options.   
 
What Past Participants Have Said: 
 
“Great group. Excellent guides, fun participants and great learning experience. Love the Mountain, Sea, Desert concept.” 
“Great way to sample San Diego County's diversity in just three days.” 
“Great locations- the guides really knew where to go” 
“From beginning to the end of the 3 days, it was packed with good information, great guides, enlightening insights in the world of birds in the area. Loved the trip and the camaraderie. Gjon and Thomas were wonderful guides.” 
“Learned about many great birding locations I wouldn't have known to visit with plenty of species, many of which were new sightings for me.” 
 
About The Tour Leaders: 
 
Gjon Hazard is a life-long California birder. He has led birding tours and field trips for the San Diego Bird Festival, Western Field Ornithologists, various Audubon societies, and other groups. Gjon is also a wildlife biologist with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service where, for more than 20 years, he has worked with listed and at-risk plant and animal species. Prior to that, he conducted ornithological field surveys for the Smithsonian Migratory Bird Center, the U.S. Forest Service, academia, and biological consulting firms.  
 
 
 
Thomas Myers has been birding for over 25 years and has led birding tours for Andiamo Travel (based out of Ensenada, Baja Norte Mexico). He has been working as a Wildlife Biologist for the San Diego Zoo, San Diego Natural History Museum, and other local consulting firms concentrating on field work with listed vertebrate species in the southwest including reptiles, amphibians, mammals, and, of course, birds!
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/borrego-springs/from-the-mountains-to-the-sea-a-three-day-birding-adventure/200029179863012
- **Event Categories**: trips-adventures, festivals, meetups
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 13

## Ticket Details

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## Event venue details

- **city**: Borrego Springs
- **state**: CA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 587 Palm Canyon Dr Ste 110, Borrego Springs, CA, United States, California 92004
- **lat**: 33.25607
- **long**: -116.38006
- **full address**: 587 Palm Canyon Dr Ste 110, Borrego Springs, CA, United States, California 92004

## Event Organizer details

- **affiliate_id**: 2
- **organizer**: Anza-Borrego Foundation (https://allevents.in/org/anza-borrego-foundation/14271115)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Fri, 06 Feb, 2026 at 06:00 am
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** 587 Palm Canyon Dr Ste 110, Borrego Springs, CA, United States, California 92004
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Anza-Borrego Foundation
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** trips-adventures, festivals, meetups
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about From the Mountains to the Sea: A Three-Day Birding Adventure ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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