Sweetwater Wetlands, just outside of Tucson on the north side, can be sweet indeed. Good days here can top 40 species easily, mostly waterfowl and water-related songbirds like Common Yellowthroat, Yellow-headed and Red-winged Blackbirds and Vermilion Flycatcher, but also some unexpected sightings such as bobcats. Paths are mostly level dirt and easily negotiated. From there, we’ll head north a bit to bird El Rio (formerly the Coachline Gravel Pits, complete with a frisbee golf course). That site has habitat a bit more conducive to waders, shorebirds, and different songbirds. We’ll start about 5:30am in Scottsdale, find a spot for lunch near El Rio, and finish about 2ish back in the Phoenix area. Limited to 8 participants. Reservations required. Difficulty 1. Meeting place and carpooling logistics will be determined a few days before the trip. Please register with kathe.coot@cox.net