I stand corrected: there are still several Long-eared Owls at Fifty
Point Conservation Area and at least two witnesses saw them repeatedly
being chased from end to end of their tiny woodlots by rude
photographers. Park security cannot keep up with the complaints about
this harassment.
Additionally, many photographers are mobbing the Northern Saw-whet Owl;
one visitor walked right up to it and flashed a cell phone pic....
I now regret leading an educational excursion showing people how to view
these species from across the road, as word of mouth has now led many
people to seek these owls carelessly without giving them the daytime
rest they need to survive the winter. Migratory Bird Act be danged...
My apologies to the naturalist community,
Ken Williams
905 879 8584
Directions: Exit the Q.E.W. at Fifty Road and go north, toward the lake.
Turn Right (east) on North Service Road, take your first left and
immediately turn right (on Lower Baseline Road which may have been
renamed, since there is a lot of new housing). Turn left into the
conservation area and follow the road around to the left until you get
to the marina. Maps are available at the kiosk to show you how to get
the the lighthouse.
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