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Faultline Birding Festival

April 20-25, 2027 |  Paicines Ranch, CA

Join us April 20-25, 2027 at Paicines Ranch for an immersive celebration of birds and biodiversity on an Audubon-certified bird-friendly working ranch that borders part of the San Andreas faultline. Located in Central California just 60 miles south of San Jose and only 12 miles from Pinnacles National Park—a key site in the California Condor Recovery Program—this multi-day festival invites birders and nature enthusiasts to explore 7,600 acres of diverse habitats, from oak woodlands and riparian forests to seasonal wetlands and grasslands.

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— Keynote Speaker —

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Debi Shearwater, Shearwater Journeys

Speaker lineup to be announced!

— The Biggest Week of West Coast Birding —

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— Event Partners —

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Questions?

More details will be announced soon. If you have immediate questions, contact birding@paicineslearning.org

— Location: Paicines Ranch —

Nearest airports: 

  • San Jose Mineta International Airport (SJC) - 60 miles away 
  • Monterey Regional Airport (MRY) - 55 miles away
  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO) - 95 miles away

Located in central California's San Benito County, Paicines Ranch is a historic 7,600-acre ranch that works to regenerate ecosystems by growing healthy soil, nutrient-dense food and vibrant, diverse communities. Using the practices of regenerative agriculture, the ranch team manages this diverse landscape in partnership with nature and livestock to produce 100% grass-fed-and-finished lamb and beef, and pastured pork, turkey and eggs. Paicines Ranch also grow organic grain, as well as organic grapes in a polyculture vineyard that is designed to be managed by sheep. Over the years, the ranch has become a renown destination for learning about regenerative agriculture through their programs and educational workshops while also serving as a treasured location for hosting weddings, retreats, and events.

Can't make it in 2027?

Save the date for the 2028 Faultline Birding Festival: April 25-30, 2028.