Public Invited to Visit Private Animal Sanctuary
Humans are usually far outnumbered by animals in the Starr Ranch Sanctuary, but this weekend the public will get a chance to visit the private 4,000-acre wilderness preserve.
On Saturday and Sunday, the public can accompany wildlife biologists as they search for raptor nests and attach identification bands to nestlings.
“This is part of our research program and part of what we like to do occasionally--share with people and let them know what goes on here,” Starr Ranch manager Pete DeSimone said.
Run by the National Audubon Society, the Starr Ranch Sanctuary allows little contact between its wild inhabitants and human beings.
The preserve is used by wildlife biologists to conduct research.
The trip’s cost is $30. Proceeds will be donated to the Sea and Sage Audubon Society’s education program and to the Starr Ranch Sanctuary.
DeSimone cautioned that bad weather may cause the banding excursion to be canceled.
Reservations are required. Information: (714) 786-3160.
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