Join Museum Director Robert McKernan to explore the avian fauna of the Mojave Desert in a field trip, “Birds of the Mojave Desert,” on Saturday, April 2, 2011. This trip will depart from the Victor Valley Museum in Apple Valley. Space is limited; the registration deadline is Monday, March 28, 2011.

McKernan will lead the group in searching for resident birds and spring migrants in high desert haunts.

Participants in the field trip will depart from the Victor Valley Museum at 7:30am. Travel will be by car-pool; bring lunch, water, wear sturdy, comfortable shoes, a hat, and a jacket. McKernan recommends bringing along a field guide to birds and a pair of binoculars.

The cost is $30 per person and $20 for Museum Association member. Space is limited, and pre-paid registration is required by March 28, 2011. Call LaWanda Avery-Brown at (909) 307-2669 ext. 225 or visit www.sbcountymuseum.org for more information.

Part of the San Bernardino County Museum system, the Victor Valley Museum is at 11873 Apple Valley Road in Apple Valley. The museum is accessible to persons with disabilities. For more information, call (909) 307-2669 or visit www.sbcountymuseum.org.