Sea Gulls! Traditional Cache
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This cache can be found at the Southwest corner/entrance of César E. Chavez Park, located near the Berkeley Marina.
This cache is another of my "wild bird caches"--each of which is named after wild bird species that I happened to see near GZ while hiding the cache.
This particular cache is dedicated to the Sea Gull--specifically the Western Gull--a handsome white sea bird whose distinctive call is as identiable with the sea as a buoy bell or foghorn.
With a 24" - 27" wingspan, the Western Gull is one of the largest gulls and is a year-round resident along the entire West Coast of North America. It can be distinguished from the many other species of gulls by its darker back/wings and pinkish legs.
When I placed this cache there were several Western Gulls (along with other species of gulls) wheeling about in the air, floating on the water, and walking along the grass.
If you go to search for this cache, make sure to leave plenty of time to enjoy other aspects of the park as César E. Chavez Park has been a mainstay of outdoor recreation in Berkeley for decades.
Originally called "North Waterfront Park" when it officially opened in 1991, the park was re-named "César E. Chavez Park" in 1996 to honor the iconic Hispanic labor leader.
In addition to the aformentioned views, picnicking and birdwatching opportunities, the 90-acre park also offers:
- Large grassy areas with rolling hills (commonly used for flying kites, remote control aircraft and frisbee games).
- Hiking trails; including the 1.25-mile (2.01 km) Dorothy Stegmann Trail around the park’s perimeter (which is fully wheelchair accessible)
- A 17-acre off-leash dog area.
- A Solar Calendar.
- A wildlife sanctuary.
The park also hosts Berkeley's annual Kite Festival in late-July and many informal Solstice/Equinox celebrations.
It is open from 6:00 am to 10:00 pm and there generally is ample parking available.
Because the park is VERY popular--a high level of stealth will be necessary--especially at this area.
**Congratulations to Panda Ellie for FTF!**
**Congratulations to J&KVac for their 100th find!**
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