Around 9:15 this morning I found a Northern Mockingbird in the Gustavus Adolphus Arboretum. From Hwy. 169 in St. Peter, go west on College Ave. Follow this up the hill to a T: go left at the T. This will take you past three dorm buildings on your left; after the last dorm there is a stop sign. Go straight after the stop sign and take an immediate left into the Arboretum parking lot--look for visitor parking. Hike any of the trails into the Arboretum, as they all lead west. Past the prairie area you will come to a large grassy area with scattered trees. The bird was foraging in this area, especially near the old pioneer building (which is easy to see). Good luck!
Bob Dunlap, Nicolett County
