Hi, Several of us on the Brown Pelican Monday afternoon shift had the same problem described by Connie Brunnell. The bird slept on a rock in Iowa in plain view from 1 PM to about 5 PM, this time flying out of sight in the wrong direction. Some of us then headed to the spot at Little Spirit Lake where the bird had roosted on Saturday and Sunday. By 6 PM, it was back on the submerged island preening and allowing us all great views. Many thanks to the cottage owners who welcomed us to their dock no fewer than four times before the bird finally reappeared. They were gracious throughout the long day.
Bob O'Connor
