So I found some shorebirds, but not around the Twin Cities. If you happen to be out in Northwestern Minnesota check out Hamden Slough National Wildlife Refuge. It is located 7 miles west of Detroit Lakes. While driving around I found a very large mudflat area that had quite a few shorebirds on it. I was unable to ID any of them as I do not have a scope. There were also quite a few gulls that looked interesting.
If you plan on heading out there directions to the site are as follows: from Highway 10 follow the signs to the refuge, at one point you will be at a T in the road and see the sign welcoming you to the refuge. Turn right and you should be on county road 104. !04 goes east and then turns north. About 1.5 miles or so you will see the large mudflat on your left. Continue on a ways and there is an overlook that will be a good spot to scope for birds. Happy Birding. Dan Deutsch
