[Ontbirds] Common Ringed Plover - Algonquin Park Interior (Canoe Access Only)

2019-08-13 Thread Lev Frid via ONTBIRDS
of Radiant Lake, where the plover was. Many rarities have been claimed on this legendary lake, visited by few birders. If you have time, be sure to bird Odenback, a large opening at the southwest end of Radiant Lake that has also held several rarities. Cheers and good birding, Lev Frid

[Ontbirds] Neotropic Cormorant @ Colonel Sam Smith Park

2019-05-07 Thread Lev Frid via ONTBIRDS
Just had one fly over the viewing platform with two DCCO going north. Colonel Sam is at the foot of Kipling ave ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO) - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to

[Ontbirds] Say's Phoebe in Algonquin Park - NO

2018-10-03 Thread Lev Frid via ONTBIRDS
Hi folks, Several people have been searching for the Say's Phoebe at the Old Airfield this morning with no luck. The weather is not fantastic, but better than yesterday. Lev ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO) - the

[Ontbirds] Say's Phoebe in Algonquin continues in the afternoon

2018-10-01 Thread Lev Frid via ONTBIRDS
Hi folks, According to various sources, the Say's Phoebe is still being cooperative in the same area in the Old Airfield. An interesting addendum - a distant but diagnostic photo of an unidentified bird taken by Ashley Baines on September 27th at the Old Airfield, was posted and identified as

[Ontbirds] Spruce Grouse in Algonquin for Phoebe Chasers

2018-09-30 Thread Lev Frid via ONTBIRDS
Hi folks, People arriving to view the Say’s Phoebe may be interested in seeing Spruce Grouse, an Algonquin specialty. I’m currently looking at three of them up high in tamaracks, just past the entrance of the Spruce Bog Trail directly to the right of the first round blue trail marker. They seem

[Ontbirds] Say’s Phoebe continues in Algonquin

2018-09-30 Thread Lev Frid via ONTBIRDS
Hi birders, Mark Patry and I are watching the Say’s Phoebe. It is flying around and calling northeast of the main bike path on the airfield. Can be seen and heard from the path - calling often. Directions: Enter the Mew Lake Campground access road. Park at the Old Railway Bike Trail lot (second

[Ontbirds] Say’s Phoebe - Algonquin Park

2018-09-29 Thread Lev Frid via ONTBIRDS
Hi folks, I’ve just found a Say’s Phoebe in Algonquin Park. It is currently flying around and singing! at the old Airfield. Directions: Enter the Mew Lake Campground access road. Park at the Old Railway Bike Trail lot (second left after campground office) and walk into Airfield. Phoebe is

[Ontbirds] Reddish Egret changed spots - Oliphant

2018-08-24 Thread Lev Frid via ONTBIRDS
The egret has moved south and settled adjacent to a pair of sandhill cranes in a meadow across from the boardwalk on Shoreline Rd. Running around and feeding actively in nice sunlight. Lev & Kyle ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field

[Ontbirds] Reddish Egret - Oliphant

2018-08-24 Thread Lev Frid via ONTBIRDS
Good morning birders, The egret is opposite house 337 on Shoreline Rd. >From Wiarton take Cty rd 13 to Oliphant. Turn right on Shoreline Rd and proceed north. Lev Frid & Kyle Holloway ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologis

[Ontbirds] Prairie Warbler - Bracebridge Sewage Lagoons

2018-08-05 Thread Lev Frid via ONTBIRDS
Hello birders, I am looking at a female-type Prairie Warbler in a large flock of mixed warblers, west of cell 4 about halfway between the cell at the Bracebridge Sewage Lagoons. Watch for the constant tail pumping. Mostly Yellows and Black-and-white Warblers. Also a Warbling Vireo. Take Hwy. 400

[Ontbirds] Wilson’s Phalarope @ Blenheim Sewage Lagoons

2018-05-09 Thread Lev Frid via ONTBIRDS
Beautiful female walking on the ground in the Central been between the cells with several Lesser Yellowlegs, just as soon as you get past the gate. Lev ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO) - the provincial birding

[Ontbirds] Kentucky Warbler @ Rondeau

2018-05-09 Thread Lev Frid via ONTBIRDS
Nice male right at Pony Barn directly behind Visitor Centre sign at Harrison Trail. Was crawling up to eye level. Lev ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO) - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to

[Ontbirds] Summer Tanager Rondeau

2018-05-09 Thread Lev Frid via ONTBIRDS
We are watching the right in front of 17932 Water Street. Lev ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO) - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to birdalert@ontbirds.ca For information about ONTBIRDS including

[Ontbirds] Fish Crow(s) - Algonquin Park

2018-05-01 Thread Lev Frid via ONTBIRDS
been two, as one may have been calling in the distance towards the campground at the same time. Nice bird. If accepted, it’ll be the first record for the park. Lev Frid Algonquin can be accessed via highways 400, 11, and 60. Access the airfield by driving to the Mew Lake Campground (km 30.8

[Ontbirds] Barnacle Goose, Schomberg

2018-03-18 Thread Lev Frid via ONTBIRDS
The goose is being seen by a large group of people at the Tristan Centre viewing deck. It is sleeping in the ice. Lev Frid ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO) - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports

[Ontbirds] Am. Three-toed Woodpecker - Algonquin Park

2017-12-03 Thread Lev Frid via ONTBIRDS
Hello birders, Myself and Murray Shields with our group had a very vocal Three-toed Woodpecker just then, slightly north of the Costello Creek picnic area on Opeongo Road. Algonquin can be accessed via HW 400, 11 and 60. Opeongo Road is 46.3 km from the west gate. Lev

[Ontbirds] Western Tanager in Dwight

2017-05-02 Thread Lev Frid via ONTBIRDS
to the 115 and then 35 all the way up. It is a nice drive. Algonquin Park is nearby. Happy Birding! Lev Frid Huntsville, Ontario ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO) - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports

[Ontbirds] Bewick's Swan at Aylmer Wildlife Management Area

2017-03-20 Thread Lev Frid via ONTBIRDS
Hacienda Road. The entrance to the refuge is just past the Ontario Police College. The swans are viewed from three viewing blinds easily accessed from the parking lot. Happy first day of Spring! Cheers, Lev Frid Huntsville, ON lev.f...@gmail.com

[Ontbirds] Greater White-fronted Geese @ Lee Brown's

2017-03-11 Thread Lev Frid via ONTBIRDS
Hi folks, Four whitefronts were at Lee Browns just now. They moved a bit further into the field with a bunch of Canadas. Lee Brown's is accessed off Lakeshore Drive in Long Point. Look for the large parking area on the south side of road overlooking a small pond (currently mostly frozen) Lev

Re: [Ontbirds] Caracara Michicopeten NOW

2016-12-02 Thread Lev Frid
Sorry, misspelled name of town! Correct spelling is Michipicoten. Bird was still there when we left 10 mins ago. On Dec 2, 2016 10:42 AM, "Lev Frid" <lev.f...@gmail.com> wrote: The caracara is giving crippling looks roosting in a tree right now, close to a red hut right in the m

[Ontbirds] Caracara Michicopeten NOW

2016-12-02 Thread Lev Frid
The caracara is giving crippling looks roosting in a tree right now, close to a red hut right in the marina at the end of Superior st. Look for the crowd. Lev Frid Amanda Guercio Kyle Holloway ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field

[Ontbirds] White-winged Crossbills and Boreal Chickadees on the move in Algonquin Park

2016-10-25 Thread Lev Frid
with brown caps. Cheers! Lev Frid & Amanda Guercio Huntsville, ON ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO) - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to birdalert@ontbirds.ca For information about ONTB

[Ontbirds] Fish Crow Pelee Tip

2016-09-13 Thread Lev Frid
Currently sitting calling away at the tip. Lev and Kyle ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO) - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to birdalert@ontbirds.ca For information about ONTBIRDS including how

[Ontbirds] Yellow Rail on the Carden Alvar, Kirkfield

2016-04-30 Thread Lev Frid
on the stretch of road in the marsh. Kirkfield is about an hour and forty minutes north of Toronto. For an ebird checklist including an audio recording of the rail, see here - http://ebird.org/ebird/view/checklist?subID=S29315282 Cheers and Good Birding! Lev Frid & Amanda Guercio Huntsv

[Ontbirds] Shrewsbury Bewick's Swans - Yes

2016-02-09 Thread Lev Frid
. About 20 minutes ago, the normal Bewick's was present in the same area. There were no geese. Scope and patience are highly recommended. Cheers, Lev Frid & Kyle Holloway ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provin

[Ontbirds] Bohemian Waxwings in Huntsville

2016-01-29 Thread Lev Frid
with a green "P") on the right (north) side of the street to the docks, where the initial sighting was. There are lots of crabapple trees around town so exploring beyond this route could be rewarding as well. Cheers, Lev Frid ___ ONTBIRDS is

[Ontbirds] Mountain Bluebird Whitby

2015-12-05 Thread Lev Frid
Hey folks, For those people making the trip, the Mountain Bluebird is showing well today off Hall's Road in Whitby. Everyone is being respectful thus far. Directions: Take 401 to Salem Rd south, go east on Bayly Rd and turn right on to Halls Rd. Look for the crowds! Good luck! Lev Frid

[Ontbirds] Algonquin Park Birding Report: October 28 - Boreal Owl

2015-10-28 Thread Lev Frid
on www.algonquinpark.on.ca where recent birding, mammal viewing and fall colour updates will be posted. Please send your observations to Ron Tozer and share your ebird observations with Algonquin Park Bird Records account (APPbirds). Cheers and Good Birding!! Lev Frid Park Naturalist Algonquin

[Ontbirds] Algonquin Park Birding Report: October 15

2015-10-15 Thread Lev Frid
observations with Algonquin Park Bird Records account (APPbirds). Cheers and Good Birding!! Lev Frid Park Naturalist Algonquin Provincial Park ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports

[Ontbirds] Algonquin Park Birding Report: October 9

2015-10-09 Thread Lev Frid
, mammal viewing and fall colour updates will be posted. Please send your observations to Ron Tozer or myself, and share your ebird observations with Algonquin Park Bird Records account (APPbirds). Cheers and Good Birding!! Lev Frid Park Naturalist Algonquin Provincial Park

[Ontbirds] Fwd: Yellow Rail in Algonquin Park

2015-10-02 Thread Lev Frid
Apparently this didn't send the first time? -- Forwarded message -- From: "Lev Frid" <lev.f...@gmail.com> Date: Oct 2, 2015 6:16 PM Subject: Yellow Rail in Algonquin Park To: <birdalert@ontbirds.ca>, "rick stronks" <rick.stro...@ontario.ca>

[Ontbirds] Algonquin Park Birding Report: 1 October 2015

2015-10-01 Thread Lev Frid
with Algonquin Park Bird Records account (APPbirds). Cheers and Good Birding!! Lev Frid Park Naturalist Algonquin Provincial Park ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports

[Ontbirds] Yellow-throated Vireo in Algonquin Park

2015-09-10 Thread Lev Frid
birds on different days - today is an excellent day!! Algonquin is accessed via HW 400, 11 and 60. Cheers! Lev Frid Algonquin Provincial Park ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding organization. Send bird

[Ontbirds] Scissor-tailed Flycatcher, Bracebridge - Not that I've heard

2015-07-10 Thread Lev Frid
Hi folks, I'm sure there are some folks out there looking for this bird. I am not one of them, but would like to report for those who may be travelling that I have not heard anything about it from today. My initial observation was brief and the bird was seen heading east high and rapidly after

[Ontbirds] Toronto - Piping Plovers but not others

2015-05-28 Thread Lev Frid
Amanda Guercio and I have been on the beach at Hanlan's for about 1.5 hours. So far nobody has yet relocated Wilson's since the morning or Snowy. Wilson's might still be around. There are at least three Piping Plovers remaining. Usually staying quite far from water up on dunes. Take Ferry from

[Ontbirds] Summer Tanager - Point Pelee

2015-05-12 Thread Lev Frid
We just found a female Summer Tanager to compliment Henrique's male bird, on Chinquapin Oak Trail just past the intersection with Tilden's Trail. Take the Tilden's Trail to where it intersects with Chinquapin near the area with the benches and boardwalk. Walk down Chinquapin about 100 metres.

[Ontbirds] Yellow-breasted Chat - Point Pelee

2015-05-10 Thread Lev Frid
We just found a chat on redbud trail at the south intersection with the woodland trail. Take the tram to halfway point and walk down woodland to redbud, bird was about 80 metres in, at times crawling up pretty high in the junipers. Good luck Lev ___

[Ontbirds] Mississippi Kite Pelee

2015-05-10 Thread Lev Frid
Murray saw it just hit tip and went north following east side worth checking at parking lot of vc Lev ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to birdalert@ontbirds.ca For

[Ontbirds] Long-billed Dowitcher - Directions Correction - Mersea Road 1

2015-05-07 Thread Lev Frid
It is the east end of Mersea Road 1, the first concession south of hillman, NOT Mersea Road C. ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to birdalert@ontbirds.ca For

[Ontbirds] Long-billed Dowitcher near Hillman Marsh

2015-05-07 Thread Lev Frid
Hey folks, Ian Shanahan, Murray Shields and I had a Long-billed Dowitcher just now giving good looks on the south side of Mersea Road C, at the far east end of the road past the dead end sign in a wet field. Good birding! Lev Frid ___ ONTBIRDS

[Ontbirds] Summer Tanager - Point Pelee tip

2015-05-03 Thread Lev Frid
We just found a male Summer Tanager just a few metres north of the Tip tram stop, visible from the road. It is moving around so look for the people! Lev Frid Murray Shields ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial

[Ontbirds] North Bay Brambling - Yes

2014-11-27 Thread Lev Frid
Nicole Richardson and I have been watching the Brambling now for a few minutes. Super confiding. 1025 McIntyre Street in North Bay. Take Hw 11 to Algonquin. South on Algonquin, north on Main St, right on Cormack and then immediate left. Lev Frid

[Ontbirds] Nelson's Sparrow and Jaegers at Pelee

2014-09-30 Thread Lev Frid
Hi folks, At the Tip of Pelee at the moment. Nelson's in the rocks right at the tip and a dark juv. Pomarine chasing an adult Parasitic Jaeger. Lev ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding organization.

[Ontbirds] Extralimital - Berylline Hummingbird in Michigan's Upper Peninsula

2014-09-20 Thread Lev Frid
This post has been approved by the Ontbirds Coordinator. Hi folks, For those of us out west, there is a fantastic bird just a couple of hours from the border. A Berylline Hummingbird has been visiting a feeder in Grand Marais, Michigan for three days now. It was still there this morning. Now

[Ontbirds] Algonquin Park Birding Report: May 22, 2014

2014-05-22 Thread Lev Frid via ONTBIRDS
in the Park, even of common birds, as they assist us in documenting Algonquin Park's bird life. Good Birding! Lev Frid Algonquin Park, Ontario DIRECTIONS: Algonquin Park is three hours north of Toronto, via Highways 400, 11 and 60. Follow the signs which start in Toronto on Highway 400. From Ottawa, take

[Ontbirds] Algonquin Park Birding Report: 15 May 2014

2014-05-15 Thread Lev Frid via ONTBIRDS
through eBird can share their lists with the Algonquin Park Bird Records account (APPbirds). We encourage you to do so. Or please send us any bird sightings you've had in the Park, even of common birds, as they assist us in documenting Algonquin Park's bird life. Good Birding! Lev Frid Algonquin

[Ontbirds] Prairie Warbler @ Pelee

2014-05-10 Thread Lev Frid via ONTBIRDS
The Prairie Warbler is back at the Northwest Beach at Pelee. Park in the most southerly lot and walk south. Low in the junipers on west side of trail. Cheers!! ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding

[Ontbirds] Purple Finch @ Pelee Wings, 6 Long-billed Dowitchers @ Hillman Marsh

2014-05-04 Thread Lev Frid via ONTBIRDS
Hi folks, A female Purple Finch is at the feeders opposite Pelee Wings. There were six Long-billed Dowitchers at Hillman. Very bright, some of them! Enjoy the beautiful day! Lev ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the

[Ontbirds] Yellow-breasted Chat - Pelee

2014-05-03 Thread Lev Frid via ONTBIRDS
Hi folks, Erin and I just saw at least one, probably two chats on Centennial Trail, near the Cactus Field Trail. In the brush piles, not vocal but very mobile. Lev ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding

[Ontbirds] Better directions for Pelee Chat

2014-05-03 Thread Lev Frid via ONTBIRDS
Hi folks, There's been some running around so here's some better directions - Park at White Pine, cross the road, walk down Chinquapin and go south towards VC at the intersection, the birds were in the first field you encounter. Hope this clears any confusion!

[Ontbirds] Thayer's Gull - near Pelee

2014-04-30 Thread Lev Frid via ONTBIRDS
Hey folks, Murray Shields and I just had an immature Thayer's Gull, in the fields at Mersea Rd. 2 near 21. Look for the large concentration of gulls. Lev ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding

[Ontbirds] Yellow Palm Warbler - Pelee

2014-04-30 Thread Lev Frid via ONTBIRDS
Murray Shields and I were just watching a stunning Yellow Palm amongst several Western Palm Warblers at Sparrow Field, just near the entrance from the road. Lev ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding

[Ontbirds] Audubon's Warbler - Pelee

2014-04-30 Thread Lev Frid via ONTBIRDS
Murray and I had a male Audubon's Warbler in Post Woods, halfway between Sparrow Field Woodland Trail. In a big flock of Myrtles. Lev ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding organization. Send bird

[Ontbirds] East Gwillimbury: Gyrfalcon - No, Red-tailed Hawk - Yes

2014-04-03 Thread Lev Frid
Hi Folks, I decided to head up to Mt. Albert to see what the fuss was about and after doing a few loops of Centre St, Mount Albert Rd and 9th Line, a leucistic Red-tailed Hawk flew in and perched in a field on 9th Line just south of Mt Albert Rd. It was quite far but well seen through a scope. A

[Ontbirds] Pelee Area - Ross's Snow Geese, Eurasian Wigeon

2014-03-30 Thread Lev Frid
of the same, save for a couple of Rusty Blackbirds. Enjoy the warmth! Cheers, Lev Frid ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to birdalert@ontbirds.ca For information about

[Ontbirds] Common Ravens nest-building, Unwin Avenue, Toronto

2014-03-26 Thread Lev Frid
on your right. The rightmost one is where the ravens were building. It is quite far away and a scope would be helpful. Pictures of the birds and nest area can be found here: https://www.flickr.com/photos/levfrid/sets/72157642978330675/ Good Birding! Lev Frid

[Ontbirds] Bohemian Waxwings, N. Hawk Owl, Cardinals - North Bay

2014-02-04 Thread Lev Frid
Hey Folks, Sonje Bols and I had a pleasant morning birding in North Bay yesterday (Feb 3). She had been seeing Bohemian Waxwings feeding on crabapple in Wallace Heights last week, so we drove around some of the streets and found many suitable crabapples. We located a flock of waxwings along

Re: [Ontbirds] GGO in Brooklin

2014-01-19 Thread Lev Frid
Ladies and Gentlemen, I read Ontbirds to find where the rare birds are, not to know the names of people who feed birds. I think I speak for the collective. Please, move this elsewhere. Lev On Sun, Jan 19, 2014 at 1:48 AM, Richard Sigesmund rsigesm...@gmail.comwrote: got lots of positive

[Ontbirds] Timmins - American Three-toed Black-backed Woodpeckers

2014-01-19 Thread Lev Frid
good at the North end of 114 before it intersects with 101. Good Birding! Lev Frid ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to birdalert@ontbirds.ca For information about

[Ontbirds] Sudbury - White Gyrfalcon

2014-01-18 Thread Lev Frid
at the stop sign. Southview Road can be reached via Highway 17. Good Birding! Lev Frid ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to birdalert@ontbirds.ca For information about

[Ontbirds] Black Vultures at Queenston

2013-10-27 Thread Lev Frid
of Bonaparte's feeding on shiners, and a juvenile Peregrine did a fly-by. Lots of ducks as well, including several Black Scoters. Good Birding, Lev Frid ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding organization. Send

[Ontbirds] Algonquin Birding Report: October 24

2013-10-24 Thread Lev Frid
on the same day was likely a dispersing juvenile. Birders reporting records through eBird can now share their lists with the Algonquin Park Bird Records account (APPbirds). We encourage you to do so. Good Birding! Lev Frid Group Education Technician Algonquin Provincial Park, ON DIRECTIONS: Algonquin

[Ontbirds] Algonquin Park Birding Report: October 17, 2013

2013-10-17 Thread Lev Frid
unreported as well. Your best bet is the north end of the Mizzy Lake trail or the Logging Museum, where birds were last week. Birders reporting records through eBird can now share their lists with the Algonquin Park Bird Records account (APPbirds). We encourage you to do so. Good Birding! Lev Frid Group

[Ontbirds] Algonquin Park Birding Report: October 12

2013-10-12 Thread Lev Frid
reporting records through eBird can now share their lists with the Algonquin Park Bird Records account (APPbirds). We encourage you to do so. Good Birding! Lev Frid Group Education Technician Algonquin Provincial Park, ON DIRECTIONS: Algonquin Provincial Park is three hours north of Toronto

[Ontbirds] Algonquin Park Birding Report: October 4

2013-10-04 Thread Lev Frid
was at the Two Rivers trail. Birders reporting records through eBird can now share their lists with the Algonquin Park Bird Records account (APPbirds). We encourage you to do so. Good Birding! Lev Frid Group Education Technician Algonquin Provincial Park, ON DIRECTIONS: Algonquin Provincial Park

[Ontbirds] Algonquin Park Birding Report: Sept 13, 2013

2013-09-13 Thread Lev Frid
as they remove the velvet from their antlers. Birders reporting records through eBird can now share their lists with the Algonquin Park Bird Records account (APPbirds). We encourage you to do so. Good Birding! Lev Frid Park Naturalist Algonquin Provincial Park DIRECTIONS: Algonquin Provincial Park

[Ontbirds] Layard's Village Weaver at Kortright CA, Vaughan

2013-09-05 Thread Lev Frid
Hey Folks. A bit of a bizarre sighting this morning for those who don't mind looking at questionable birds. I was pishing at some chickadees this morning at Kortright near the entrance to the Marsh Boardwalk when in with the warblers comes a Layard's (North African ssp. nigriceps) Village

[Ontbirds] Red Knot at Beeton Sod Farms

2013-09-05 Thread Lev Frid
Luck! Lev Frid ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to birdalert@ontbirds.ca For information about ONTBIRDS including how to unsubscribe visit http://www.ofo.ca/site/page

[Ontbirds] Algonquin Park Birding Report: 23 May 2013

2013-05-23 Thread Lev Frid
Foxes with young kits are being reported from the highway. Drive carefully, especially at night! Birders reporting records through eBird can now share their lists with theAlgonquin Park Bird Records account (APPbirds). We encourage you to do so. Good Birding! Lev Frid Group Education Technician

[Ontbirds] Algonquin Park Birding Report: 16 May 2013

2013-05-16 Thread Lev Frid
or the north end of the Mizzy Lake Trail. MAMMALS Moose are now abundant along Highway 60 in roadside wet areas. Drive carefully! Birders reporting records through eBird can now share their lists with the Algonquin Park Bird Records account (APPbirds). We encourage you to do so. Good Birding! Lev

[Ontbirds] Algonquin Park Birding Report: 10 May, 2013

2013-05-10 Thread Lev Frid
. Drive carefully! Birders reporting records through eBird can now share their lists with the Algonquin Park Bird Records account (APPbirds). We encourage you to do so. Good Birding! Lev Frid Group Education Technician Algonquin Provincial Park DIRECTIONS: Algonquin Provincial Park is three hours

[Ontbirds] Northern Mockingbird in Algonquin Park

2013-05-05 Thread Lev Frid
the lake. Cheers! Lev Frid Seasonal Park Naturalist Algonquin Provincial Park ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to birdalert@ontbirds.ca For information about ONTBIRDS

[Ontbirds] Yellow Palm Warbler @ Kortright CA, Vaughan

2013-05-01 Thread Lev Frid
wooded wetland at Spring Peeper Pond. The Visitor Centre has maps with the location. This is a hotspot for warblers at Kortright and perhaps with any luck it will stick around. Also of interest were a pair of Shoveler at the Marsh Boardwalk. Enjoy the great Spring day! Cheers, Lev Frid Directions

[Ontbirds] 19 Willets, Long-billed Dowitchers at Hillman Marsh, Marked Little Gull at Erieau

2013-04-28 Thread Lev Frid
heard some OFOers talking of seeing the Yellow-throated Warbler coming to the feeders at the visitor centre today. Good Birding! Lev Frid Hillman Marsh is located at County Roads 19 and 37 half way between Wheatley and Leamington, and north of Point Pelee National Park

[Ontbirds] Birds in North Bay - Hoary Redpoll, Boreal Chickadee, Am. Golden-Plover +

2012-10-22 Thread Lev Frid
on. From the HWY 11/17 junction near Seymour Street, head northwest on HWY 11/17 and take a left at Seymour Street. Turn right at Franklin Street, and then left onto Brule Street where you will find a parking area and new trail signage. Good Birding! Lev Frid thespruceblog.blogspot.com

[Ontbirds] Birds in Algonquin Park this Week

2012-10-18 Thread Lev Frid
birding efforts. Please send us any bird sightings you’ve had in the park, even of common birds, as we continue to monitor the autumn migration. You can also get directions to the locations, as well as updates and info about other park events at *www.algonquinpark.on.ca* Good Birding! Lev Frid

[Ontbirds] Algonquin Park - Le Conte's Sparrow, Great Gray Owl

2012-10-16 Thread Lev Frid
. You can also get directions to the locations, as well as updates and info about other park events at *www.algonquinpark.on.ca* Good Birding, Lev Frid Algonquin Park, ON lev.f...@gmail.com ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists

[Ontbirds] Birds in Algonquin Park this Week

2012-10-04 Thread Lev Frid
Calendar for more details). At the centre you can find recent bird sightings, information, and helpful Park Staff to assist your birding efforts. You can also get directions to the locations, as well as updates and info about other park events at *www.algonquinpark.on.ca*. Good Birding! Lev Frid

[Ontbirds] Birds in Algonquin Park this Week

2012-09-27 Thread Lev Frid
permit and the park tabloid (with a map of birding locations mentioned here) at the gates. You can also get directions to the locations, as well as updates and info about other park events at www.algonquinpark.on.ca. Good Birding! Lev Frid Algonquin Provincial Park, ON lev.f...@gmail.com

[Ontbirds] Whimbrel in Algonquin Park

2012-08-11 Thread Lev Frid
. Fall migration is certainly picking up here - many birds are now in flocks and yesterday I observed 10 warbler species at the Old Airfield, including two CAPE MAYS and a very early WILSON'S. A BOBOLINK was also present. Good Birding! Lev Frid Algonquin Park http://thespruceblog.blogspot.com

[Ontbirds] Spotted Towhee at Kortright CA,York Region

2012-05-20 Thread Lev Frid
River. DIRECTIONS: The Kortright Centre is located three kilometers west of Highway 400 and one kilometer south of Major Mackenzie Drive at 9550 Pine Valley Drive in Woodbridge. Trail maps can be located at the Visitor Centre. There is an entry fee. Good Birding! Lev Frid

[Ontbirds] Algonquin Park Birds

2012-05-13 Thread Lev Frid
at www.algonquinpark.on.ca. Good Birding! Lev Frid Algonquin Park ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to birdalert@ontbirds.ca For information about ONTBIRDS visit http

[Ontbirds] Birds this Week in Algonquin Park

2012-05-04 Thread Lev Frid
places to sit and have your own lunch. The Visitor Centre is now open daily from 9-5. For more info, visit the Friends of Algonquin website at www.algonquinpark.on.ca. Good Birding! Lev Frid Algonquin Park ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field

[Ontbirds] Yellow-throated Warbler @ Rondeau

2012-04-27 Thread Lev Frid
. Hopefully it picks up for y'all next week! I'm up in Algonquin as of the 30th. Cheers! Lev Frid Maple, ON ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to birdalert@ontbirds.ca

[Ontbirds] Apr 1 - Interesting Gull in Toronto

2012-04-01 Thread Lev Frid
some canadian geese (unsure of species), and some kind of eagle off Royal York on my way back. Happy April! Cheers, Lev Frid Maple, ON ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports

[Ontbirds] Interesting Gull in Toronto - Follow-up

2012-04-01 Thread Lev Frid
prevent any unnecessary travel!! I'm glad y'all have a sense of humor. Kyle and I did have a REAL Great Egret today fly over Rattray Marsh in the Credit Valley. They're coming! Cheers, Lev Frid Maple, ON ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field

[Ontbirds] Common Ravens in Toronto

2012-03-16 Thread Lev Frid
River in Lambton Park. Certainly something neither of us were expecting in Toronto, and definitely something to watch for! Adding to the excitement, in the woods, Snowdrops and Skunk Cabbage were lookin' good in full bloom. Good Birding, Lev Frid Maple, ON Directions - Lambton Woods Park

[Ontbirds] The Niagara's still got it - 10 gull sp incl. California, Fish Crow, King Eider etc..

2012-02-19 Thread Lev Frid
Hello Ontbirders, Kyle Holloway and I did a tour to the Niagara Area with Amanda Guercio today, and it was a lovely day to be out, with lots of laughs and some great birds! The Port Weller KING EIDER showed nicely near the parking area, but only after it made us walk all the way to the point,

[Ontbirds] Gulls incl Black-headed, Fish Crows etc.. Fort Erie Niagara

2012-01-29 Thread Lev Frid
. We ended up getting home late (and some of us with a new nemesis bird...) but safe. What an adventure! Good Birding, Lev Frid Directions (Courtesy Geoff Carpentier) Fort Erie: from the source of the Niagara river travel north on the Niagara River Parkway past the railway bridge that crosses

[Ontbirds] White-winged Crossbills, Red-bellied Woodpecker at Kortright CA, York Region

2012-01-25 Thread Lev Frid
. A pair of DOWNY WOODPECKERS were seen apparently working on a nesting cavity, for several minutes! NORTHERN CARDINALS have been in full song as of late as well. NORTHERN SHRIKES have been present on the entrance road and in the Kite field. Good Birding! Lev Frid Maple, ON Directions: The Kortright

[Ontbirds] Algonquin Park Winter Finches

2012-01-16 Thread Lev Frid
a dark PINE MARTEN at Spruce Bog, on the suet feeder. All in all, a fantastic, if a little frigid weekend to be out looking for birds! Good Birding, Lev Frid Maple, ON Directions: Algonquin is located on Highway 60, which can be reached via Highway 400 11 from Toronto area, or from Ottawa taking

[Ontbirds] Possible Fish Crow and others at Bayfront Park, Hamilton

2012-01-04 Thread Lev Frid
waterfowl there as well. So folks, with Common Goldeneye displaying and Robins in full song this afternoon in Maple, is it Spring yet Good Birding! Lev Frid Maple, ON 647 883 0169 Directions - Take QEW Hamilton to Burlington Street and go west to James and south to Strachan which leads

[Ontbirds] Smew at Whitby Harbour

2011-12-28 Thread lev . frid
Hey Folks, The Smew is back at Whitby harbour where it was being seen yesterday. Happy Smew Year! Lev Frid Sent on the TELUS Mobility network with BlackBerry ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding

[Ontbirds] Good Winter Birds around Toronto

2011-12-25 Thread Lev Frid
TEAL. In the marina, there were multiple RED-NECKED GREBES and a single HORNED GREBE. Nothing exceptionally exciting, but certainly noteworthy! Cheers, Lev Frid Directions: The Leslie Spit is also known as Tommy Thompson park and is at the southernmost end of Leslie Street off Lakeshore

[Ontbirds] Western Tanager in Rondeau

2011-05-19 Thread lev . frid
ago and I wasn't able to post until now. He mentioned that a few people managed to get the bird already as well. Sweet Bird! Lev Frid Toronto, ON Sent on the TELUS Mobility network with BlackBerry ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field

[Ontbirds] Mourning Warblers at Kortright, and more Downtown TO birds

2011-05-14 Thread Lev Frid
the subway to Bathurst Station, and walk north on Bathurst until you reach Lennox (about four minutes). Take a right onto Lennox, which will shortly intersect with Palmerston. Good Birding! Lev Frid Toronto, ON ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field

[Ontbirds] 14 warblers, Red-headed Woodpecker and others in Downtown Toronto

2011-05-11 Thread Lev Frid
of eyes (we always need it!) we meet at Lennox and Euclid Ave (North of College St.) at 6:00 AM on weekdays, or you could contact Eric Davies at eric.dav...@utoronto.ca Good Birding! Lev Frid Toronto, ON ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field

[Ontbirds] Some Algonquin Park Birds

2011-05-08 Thread Lev Frid
, Moose never fail at this time of year - I had six while driving down the Highway to the Visitor Centre from the West Gate. Good Birding, Lev Frid Toronto, ON Directions: Algonquin Park is three hours north of Toronto, via Highways 400, 11 and 60. Follow the signs, which start in Toronto on Highway

[Ontbirds] Rough-legged Hawk at Kortright CA, Vaughan

2011-05-01 Thread Lev Frid
at 9550 Pine Valley Drive in Woodbridge. Good Birding, Lev Frid ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to birdalert@ontbirds.ca For information about ONTBIRDS visit http

[Ontbirds] Additional Point Pelee Birds

2011-04-28 Thread Lev Frid
. SCARLET TANAGERS also appeared in numbers. A couple of ROSE-BREASTED GROSBEAKS as well. I also had an INDIGO BUNTING at the Visitor Centre parking lot. Hopefully tomorrow's weather will be more cooperative! Cheers, Lev Frid ___ ONTBIRDS is presented

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