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Crystal Cove Field Trip

Meet: We will convene in the parking lot of the Whittier Community Center and carpool/caravan at 6:00 AM, leaving at 6:15 AM.

Arrive at Crystal Cove State Park about 7:15 AM

  • People meeting us there please arrive by 7:15 AM (see below for directions)

Begin birding about 7:30 AM

Be prepared for rain as AccuWeather forecast for Sat morning at Crystal Cove is:

  • 55% chance of rain but only 0.03 inches predicted 

  • Visibility 9 miles

  • Temp 55 to 60 (F)

  • Wind gusts to 10 mph, but 8 mph from SE

  • Cloud cover 94%

Bring: Bring a lunch but we may need to eat in car if rain starts

  • Bring rain gear, prepare to protect your binoculars and cameras.

Please RSVP: Text your cell phone number and name if you plan to attend to (714) 244-8063

  • Will make a group text if we need to cancel or need to find you.

Trip Leader: Jim McNamara

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Directions from Whittier:

  • 605 S to 405 S and exit MacArthur Ave.

  • right (south) on MacArthut to PCH

  • left (south) on PCH stay in right lane

  • turn right at Newport Coast Dr. 

  • pay $15 to park, $1 senior discount if asking

  • TURN LEFT & Drive to end South most parking lot.