I was fortunate today (July 23) to be entertained by many singing avians as I stood on the north platform at Cranberry Marsh in southwest Whitby. The truly rejuventated marshlands have been homes for many waterfowl this summer. Granted you may not see them, because of tall stands of herbs, but you should be able to pick up close-in calling and singing by the likes of VIRGINIA RAIL, AM.COOTS,MARSH WRENS,SWAMP SPARROWS,MOORHENS, etc. There is a superb marsh along the barrier beach, 100m. east of the water-control structure.
On the lake was a C.LOON; on the waterfront were--Lesser Yellowlegs, Spotted Sandpiper and Semipalmated Sandpiper. Flying over the meadowlands just east of the marsh were 5 N.HARRIERS. If any of you is interested in botanizing down there I would be happy to meet you. Just suggest 1 or 2 times. The vegetation is much different fron the past few years. >From the 401 eastbound--exit at Harwood, south to Bayly, east thru LakeRidge to the first street east--south down Hall's Rd. to one of 2 pathway entries. >From the 401 westbound--exit at Brock, south to Victoria, west thru Henry, over the causeway to Hall's Rd. Doug Lockrey, Whitby,ON "Doug Lockrey" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Visit http://www.ofo.ca/ontbirdsguide.htm for information on leaving and joining the list. As well as general information and content guidelines.
