Explore Sierra Valley's abundance of birds this May

Darby Hayes

Big Month of Birds

This May, join us for world-class birding, wildflowers, and family fun in Sierra Valley. 

Sierra Valley is a paradise for birds and bird lovers alike, with the greatest diversity and abundance of birds in the entire Sierra Nevada. Springtime is the best time to see them, when Sierra Valley’s lush meadows and wetlands  are teeming with migratory and breeding birds.

Big Month of Birds: every weekend in May

We invite you to join us at the Sierra Valley Preserve + Nature Center for a month-long celebration of birding and nature’s beauty.

Friday, May 29 | 5PM to 8PM

Evening Birding

Marble Hot Springs Bridge
Saturday, May 30 | 6PM to 8PM

Art Show + Reception with Plumas Arts

Sierra Valley Preserve Nature Center
Sunday, May 31 | 5:30AM to 8PM

Dawn Chorus

Sierra Valley Preserve East Entrance
Sunday, May 31 | 10AM to 12PM

Children's Art Program: Birds!

Sierra Valley Preserve Nature Center

Photo by Andrew Wright/Lighthawkphoto

Photo by Andrew Wright/Lighthawkphoto

Photo by Katie Bagby

Photo by Andrew Wright/Lighthawkphoto