Date: 7/13/26 12:35 pm From: Kyan Russell <kyansrussell...> Subject: [MBBIRDS] Re: Heermann's Gull Fundraiser at Other Brother Beer Co. 07/10
Hello again,
We are midway through the Heermann's Gull fledging season and it seems that
many birds are successfully finding their wings. This year we have started
a monitoring program with volunteers watching for downed fledglings. We are
also banding chicks before returning them to the rooftops, as we are
interested in learning where these fledglings go after they leave downtown
Seaside. If you see any fledglings along the coast (banded or not) please
let me know the date and location! They can be identified from older birds
by their scaly, pale-edged feathers. Thanks!
Kai Russell
Monterey Audubon Society
On Wed, Jul 1, 2026 at 12:01 PM Kyan Russell <kyansrussell...> wrote:
> Hello all,
>
> I am writing on behalf of Monterey Audubon Society (MAS) to invite you to
> attend Pint Night at Other Brother Beer Co. in Seaside on July 10th. This
> event is to raise funds for our local Heermann's Gull Colony.
>
> Heermann's Gulls are a common species in Monterey Bay, and 95% of their
> population breeds in Baja California. However, a small colony was
> established on the rooftops of Seaside in the 90s, and they continue to
> hang on to this day despite facing many challenges. MAS leads the work to
> monitor and protect this urban seabird colony. You can learn more about
> their amazing story here <https://www.montereyaudubon.org/heeg>! >
> Please join us to show your support for this charismatic species, and for
> MAS!
> Each pint sold will earn us $1, so please plan to drink up and invite
> your friends! The more people invited, the more good we do! OBB also has
> food you can purchase, so plan to make a night of it!
>
> We will also be announcing the winners of our logo contest (view the
> entries and cast your vote on Instagram
> <https://www.instagram.com/montereyaudubon/>!)
>
> Help us pack the house:
> *When*: Friday, July 10 4 PM - 9 PM
> *Where*: Other Brother Beer - 877 Broadway Ave, Seaside
> *What*: Pint Night Fundraiser featuring tours of the rooftop colony!
> [image: monterey audubon society pint night 7.10.jpg]
>
> Cheers,
> Kai
>
