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Birding in Ladera Ranch

Presented by The Reserve at Rancho Mission Viejo

September 11, 2010

WHAT: The Reserve at Rancho Mission Viejo is hosting a two-hour guided nature walk along the scenic Sienna Botanica in the south Orange County community of Ladera Ranch, CA. This FREE event is open to the general public (donations will be welcomed) and will include an easy walk and opportunity to identify and observe the different species of birds found in their habitats located in and along the Sienna ...More

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