As predicted in Ron Pittaway's winter finch forecast, a flight of Bohemian Waxwings has started. Five were at Cache Lake on the 24th and about 75 were observed near Radiant Lake in the Park Interior on the 25th.
Also predicted to move southward this winter, small numbers of Common Redpolls are now being observed. One or two calling in flight were noted at several locations near Radiant Lake and Lake Travers on the 25th. Algonquin Park is three hours north of Toronto, via Highways 400, 11 and 60. Follow the signs, which start in Toronto on Highway 400. From Ottawa, take Highway 17 to Renfrew, then follow Highway 60 to the park. Kilometre markers along Highway 60 in the Park go from the West Gate (km 0) to near the East Gate (km 56). Get your park permit and the park tabloid (with a map of birding locations mentioned here) at the gates. The Visitor Centre at km 43 on Highway 60 is open daily until October 28, and then weekends and holidays for the winter (9 am to 5 pm). At the centre you can find recent bird sightings, information, and helpful Park Staff to assist your birding efforts. Please send us any bird sightings you¹ve had in the park, even of common birds, as we continue to monitor the autumn migration. You can also get directions to the locations, as well as updates and info about other park events at: www.algonquinpark.on.ca Good Birding! Ron Tozer Dwight, Ontario _______________________________________________ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to [email protected] For information about ONTBIRDS visit http://www.ofo.ca/
