This easy local trip will start about 7:15am at Tempe Town Lake (with stops at Tempe Marketplace and Tempe Center for the Arts), continuing to the ponds at ASU Research Park, and ending at Kiwanis Park to check out the pond there.  We can expect the usual variety of winter waterfowl plus common urban desert species and hope for some unusual species. This is an excellent beginner’s trip, often with excellent close-up views, and may include some surprises that keep more experienced birders interested. Wrap up about 11:30. A scope would be an asset at Tempe Town Lake.

Difficulty: 1-2—mostly even footing, and lots of walking.

Limit: 6. $3 per person gas money recommended for your driver. Donations in Kathe’s car will go to CEDO.

Registration required. To register go to https://maricopa-audubon-society.ticketleap.com/tempe-