CALIFORNIA | BIRD WATCHING
Planning your trip to Ballona Creek, Calif.
THE BEST WAY TO BALLONA CREEK
Entry points to the paved path (which is mostly flat but with a frequent head wind) include Centinela Avenue and the jetty south of Fisherman's Village in Marina del Rey. Whether you hike or ride the Ballona Creek bike path, bring sunscreen, water and, if you like, binoculars and a bird guide.
BIRDING TOURS
TO LEARN MORE
"The Sibley Field Guide to Birds of Western North America," by
"Birds of the Los Angeles Region," by Kimball L. Garrett, Jon L. Dunn and Bob Morse.
"Introduction to Birds of the Southern California Coast," by Joan
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