Sorry for the delay but didn't have access to laptop till this morning. I went
to Carpenter St Croix Nature Center Sunday afternoon. Nothing great but did
have a late Palm Warbler. The #'s of Bluebirds and Waxwings were what was
impressive. Along the trail to the bluff is a thicket of red osier dogwood and
several trees with significant grapes still on the vine. My best estimate was
150-170 Bluebirds and slightly less 120-130 Waxwings. Quite a sight in
beautiful afternoon light. Further down the loop trail there are 2 nice size
stands of White Pine. A small mixed flock of Nuthatches and Kinglets flitting
about. Predominately Red-Breasted Nuthatches with at least 25-30 present. On
the way out there were still a few RW Blkbirds at the small pond by the
entrance. A really nice spot with beautiful vistas overlooking the St. Croix.
Has anyone been there in the spring during migration. Seems like a likely spot.
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