Birdathon Outing: Mission Trails
04/18/2026 08:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT
Category
Public Programs
Admission
- Free
Location
Mission Trails
TBA - stay tuned
San Diego, CA 92119
TBA - stay tuned
San Diego, CA 92119
Summary
Count birds for conservation on this unique outing, part of the 2026 San Diego Birdathon!
Description
Saturday, April 18
8 AM - 12 PM
Mission Trails
Count birds for conservation on this unique outing, part of the 2026 San Diego Birdathon!
Birdathon is like a walkathon, except instead of counting miles, you count birds! Teams and individuals pick a day between April 10 - May 10 to get outside in San Diego County and try to identify as many species as possible within 24 hours, while raising funds along the way. All funds received help San Diego Bird Alliance's local conservation, education, and advocacy programs benefitting endangered species like the California Least Tern, Light-footed Ridgway's Rail, and Belding's Savannah Sparrow.
On this 4 hour outing, we will endeavor to collectively spot as many species as possible at Mission Trails Regional Park, with the help of an expert guide. Birdy people of all ages and skill levels are welcome! Through this outing, we hope to spot 40 species and raise $500 for the birds we love. We encourage participants to share this event with friends and family, who can support the team's effort on the team fundraising page.
Birdathon is like a walkathon, except instead of counting miles, you count birds! Teams and individuals pick a day between April 10 - May 10 to get outside in San Diego County and try to identify as many species as possible within 24 hours, while raising funds along the way. All funds received help San Diego Bird Alliance's local conservation, education, and advocacy programs benefitting endangered species like the California Least Tern, Light-footed Ridgway's Rail, and Belding's Savannah Sparrow.
On this 4 hour outing, we will endeavor to collectively spot as many species as possible at Mission Trails Regional Park, with the help of an expert guide. Birdy people of all ages and skill levels are welcome! Through this outing, we hope to spot 40 species and raise $500 for the birds we love. We encourage participants to share this event with friends and family, who can support the team's effort on the team fundraising page.
You can learn more about the 2026 San Diego Birdathon here.
About Mission Trails:
Mission Trails Regional Park is a favorite destination for birding throughout the year. Resident species include California Thrasher, both Towhees, Wrentit, Bewick’s Wren, House Wren, and Nuttall’s
Woodpecker. California Quail can be heard, and sometimes seen.
Woodpecker. California Quail can be heard, and sometimes seen.
Directions will be emailed to you in the week prior to the outing! Stay tuned.
2026 Birdathon Outings with SDBA - All Dates
- Robb Field - Saturday April 11, 9am - 12pm
- Santee Lakes - Saturday April 11, 2:30pm - 5:30pm
- Mission Trails - Saturday April 18, 8am - 12pm
- San Elijo Lagoon - Wednesday April 29, 4pm - 6:30pm
- Lake Murray - Thursday May 7, 9am - 12pm