This afternoon we found about forty Pine Grosbeaks along the Trans Canada
Trail east of the Henry marsh in Bracebridge. There have been small numbers
of them in that area for the past two weeks but this is the first time there
were so many you couldn't miss them. They were calling frequently and
feeding in the fir trees. Two White-winged Crossbills were seen along the
same section of trail a couple of weeks ago, but none since.
Directions:
Bracebridge is about 2 hrs. drive north of Toronto. From Hwy. 11
northbound, take first exit to Bracebridge and follow Hwy. 118 West until
you come to the first set of traffic lights. Turn left onto Beaumont Dr.
and continue to Henry Rd. There is a small parking area by the trailhead.
Walk to the "T" in the trail, and turn left (east) - the grosbeaks were
within 15 minute walk from the car. (note: there is a snowmobile trail to
your left before you reach the "T", and tall snowboots are required to walk
the trail right now thanks to recent snowsqualls)
Barbara Taylor and Bob Burt
Bracebridge, ON
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