Hi Ontbirders,
The Marbled Godwit was still present this morning (Saturday) at the
base of the Shirley's Bay dyke and was still there when we left at
noon. Also present was Stilt Sandpiper, Pectoral Sandpiper, and
Greater Yellowlegs among the abundant Lesser Yellowlegs and Solitary
Sandpipers. A Great Egret was seen on the far side of the bay just
before noon and we also had a single Barn Swallow, which seemed a
little late for this species. As for warblers, our list included
Nashville, Northern Parula, Palm, Blackpoll, Pine, and an enormous
number of Yellow-rumpeds.
Good luck,
Chris Bruce
Directions (courtesy of Bruce Di Labio)
From Ottawa take Hwy. 417 west to the Moodie Drive exit and turn
north (right) on Moodie Drive and continue to Carling Ave. Turn left
at Carling Ave. and follow Carling to Rifle Road. Turn right (north)
on Rifle Rd. Park at the lot at the end (boat launch). Walk back to
the road, and continue through the gate on the Department of National
Defense property. There is a trail on your right (clearly marked with
vehicle "No Entry" signs) which heads into the woods, and, eventually
to the dyke. There is lots of POISON IVY along the dyke.
**** PLEASE NOTE**** YOU MUST OBTAIN PERMISSION FROM THE RANGE CONTROL
OFFICE BEFORE ENTERING THE DYKE AREA-- Call (613) 991-5740 and request
permission to visit the dyke area for birding.
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