The Ross's Goose and 2 blue morph Snow Geese are still being seen
throughout the day every day at Aylmer WMA.
Around 430 pm this afternoon, 3 Cackling Geese were standing in plain
sight within 30 metres of the covered viewing stand for about an hour.
The main pond is still about 50% frozen. The daily count for Tundra
Swans is in the 1000+ range and Canada Goose is in the 400 range. A few
ducks are present but not always visible including 2 male American
Wigeon, 1 Northern Pintail and a pair of Hooded Mergansers this afternoon.
Directions:
Aylmer WMA is northeast of Aylmer in Elgin County. From Hwy 401 drive
south from Exit 203 on Elgin Road / Hwy 73 which becomes Imperial Road
once you are in Elgin County. Turn left/east on College Line. Turn
right/south on Hacienda Road and drive to the south end of the Ontario
Police College. Turn left/east and follow the laneway to the viewing stands.
Dave Martin and Linda Wladarski
[email protected]
Harrietsville Ontario
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