California Condor Release at Vermilion Cliffs

About this event

Every year the Peregrine fund releases four juvenile California Condors at Vermilion Cliffs National Monument in what can only be described as a triumph of conservation. Once on the brink of extinction with as few as 22 birds in the wild in 1982. Today there are over 300 free-flying wild California Condors, and this is a chance to experience four more joining that wild population! Parking is limited at the Condor release, so we are facilitating a carpool or rideshare system for folks looking to make the trip from the Phoenix Metro area. When signing up, please indicate if you would prefer to be a driver or passenger to help facilitate logistics. A suggested itinerary highlighting birding spots and points of interest will be shared via email. Bring: Spotting scope or binoculars, sunscreen, hat, ample water, cash, snacks, a chair, and layered clothing. The closest facilities to obtain supplies are 40 minutes from the remote release site. Available spots: TBA Facilitator: Robert Carter