[cobirds] yard-list questions, per Thomas H: my answers

Brilliant way to start out spring, Mr. Henirich: What a wonderful "clutch" of answers you got by turning over this rock: I doubt if I can add any species to the group list, but here are my answers: Moved from east Boulder to this shortgrass prairie location in 2004; the only trees (10) on the

Re: [cobirds] Digest for cobirds@googlegroups.com - 2 updates in 2 topics

Wonderful Christmas present! Got mealworms? Linda I acknowledge that I live in the territory of Hinóno’éí (Arapaho) and Cheyenne Nations, according to the 1851 Treaty of Fort Laramie; and that Colorado’s Front Range is home to The Ute & many other Native peoples. Reconozco que vivo en el

[cobirds] on renaming (an encore)

an individual's history to decide if their name is relevant or worthy, an asset or a drain on whatever is being named. Thanks again, Sandra! Linda Andes-Georges central Boulder County/shortgrass prairie I acknowledge that I live in the territory of Hinóno’éí (Arapaho) and Cheyenne Nations, according

[cobirds] Bryan's wind map, & an accidental

What a beautiful map! Thanks for posting that link. Unfortunately, I get the digest so am always a day late at pondering these things. However the weather explains why this morning, weeks after most songbirds have dispersed from the yard, I heard an oriole. Not for long, but that scold a bit of

[cobirds] the detectives in the shrubbery, anecdote from Barr Lake May 9th

Hello all: A few of us decided to take a day off for a spring picnic at Barr Lake (thanks, Cushmans!), which most of us had not visited for years. We had forgotten how far it is from Boulder, and found many changes along the route, including huge housing developments ("Prairie Center" where

[cobirds] article about birds & bats & renewable energy

gger turbines. And the collection of carcasses is all over the map in terms of consistency by the wind & solar farm developers. And as always, the scientists trying to address the dearth of research need $$$. Linda Andes-Georges north central Boulder County I acknowledge that I live in the terr

[cobirds] swan season is going to be here soon (snow flying this week?)

I just discovered the TTSS (The Trumpeter Swan Society) and encourage folks to turn in any Trumpeter sightings that they are fairly sure of, besides listing them with eBird.This multi-state group is doing good work, and surely has been long before I learned about it. Celebrate swans a-swimming

[cobirds] cranes over N. Boulder by now

Two flocks flew over a few minutes ago - maybe 150 all together. Lovely! Always raises my spirits this time of year. Linda I acknowledge that I live in the territory of Hinóno’éí (Arapaho) and Cheyenne Nations, according to the 1851 Treaty of Fort Laramie; and that Colorado’s Front Range is

[cobirds] Swainson's hawk & child still around

The juvenile was perched on a phone wire on Oxford between 39th & 49th, gently complaining with its feeble RTHA imitation. After a few minutes as I studied it, a parent swooped in to monitor me. Fair is fair. Then the two took to the air. Linda I acknowledge that I live in the territory of

[cobirds] central Bldr Cnty: an "upper" in the prairie

as the local Blue Grosbeak, which is an odd duet; Western Tanager and W. Wood Pewee doing counterpoint, very fun. Enjoy this green spring day, everyone. Linda Andes-Georges I acknowledge that I live in the territory of Hinóno’éí (Arapaho) and Cheyenne Nations, according to the 1851 Treaty of Fort

[cobirds] FOS Bullock's Oriole, central Bldr Cnty

... in our orchard this morning, puzzling over caged suet feeder. Linda Andes-Georges I acknowledge that I live in the territory of Hinóno’éí (Arapaho) and Cheyenne Nations, according to the 1851 Treaty of Fort Laramie; and that Colorado’s Front Range is home to The Ute & many other Na

[cobirds] House Wren arrived, central Bldr Cnty

Heard one in our yard just now, I'm sure plenty of others have already chimed in at your locations. Tree Swallows coming through; Mourning Doves are back (I don't think they go many miles but just to better protected yards!); WC Sparrows have brightened our recent mornings, it feels like the

[cobirds] more spring signs: 2 Lincoln's sparrows Boulder County

Hi all-- A couple, maybe three of these are bringing a little interest to our yard, and the phoebes, as always this time of year, are investigating our ledges for nest suitability. Seems quite early for the sparrows here. Linda -- -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

[cobirds] Rosy Finches on the plains (3+ mi east of foothills)

Hello wildlife lovers: After all the drama and bad news for fellow plains communities, we and our Louisville evacuee were delighted for this tiny bit of cheerful news this morning: We noticed that we have Gray-crowned Rosy Finches and one sample Brown-headed (new yardbirds 123 & 4) ) with

[cobirds] Bullock's Oriole pair N Bldr Cnty, private ranch

Also a Yellow Warbler but otherwise not even a Yellow-rumped; boy, I wish we had the plethora that y'all are finding in the Pueblo area. Wow. Linda Andes-Georges I acknowledge that I live in the territory of Hinóno’éí (Arapaho) and Cheyenne Nations, according to the 1851 Treaty of Fort

[cobirds] little help on eBird? reply off-list...

Hi all: I took Ted's intro course, and learned some things but not this thing: How does one go about RENAMING a place to refine its location? One of my checklist locations needs this bit of housework. Right-clicking doesn't work in that software context. If I'm in my personal account checklist

[cobirds] Brown Thrasher, central Bldr Cnty (dry plains)

Second time in 16 years: energetic bird foraging like a flicker for what looks like tiny grubs in pine duff. I got very excited, thinking I could increase by one our cumulative yardlist, but I had forgotten: a thrasher visited the yard in 2008. So the list stays at 122. The yard is full of

[cobirds] cranes at 3:30 a.m. over Bldr Cnty: hallucination?

I heard their distinctive chortling as they flew low over our house last night, but since I was only half awake, I fear this was not real. Isn't this awfully early?! Linda I acknowledge that I live in the territory of Hinóno’éí (Arapaho), Cheyenne and Ute Nations, according to the 1851

[cobirds] little help on finding young Burrowing Owls?

I'd like to take my grandkids out on an owl hunt, but haven't looked for Burrowing Owls (formerly in the DIA/Barr Lake area) for many years. Have any of you done a tour recently, so that you could give me promising locations? I have a scope, we would not be venturing close to any nest sites.

[cobirds] central Bldr Cnty, near Lagerman: dickcissels on territory; flycatchers on the move

your beavers. We need to meet! In addition, I heard a Dusky Flycatcher in my neighborhood (new yardbird) and a Cordilleran, both very unusual for us, this far out in the plains (about 4 miles from the foothills as the crow flies). Linda Andes-Georges I acknowledge that I live

[cobirds] central Bldr Cnty on Sunday: FOS Blue Grosbeak, Plumbeous Vireo, Warbling Vireo, W. Wd Pewee

General vicinity of Lagerman Res: Chipping Sparrows, Brewer Sparrows have moved on up or north; Savanna Sparrow & Vespers have settled in. Common Yellowthroats already on territories. Say's Phoebes on eggs. Great Horned Owls oddly vocal in midday around here, as well as at dusk. "Look out,

[cobirds] central Bldr Cnty: FOS Bu Oriole in my window

I looked up from sewing masks this morning to see a bright orange male peering back at me through the window. Cheerful sight! On a local survey earlier this morning, it was good to hear prairie melodies on all sides: Horned Larks, Vesper Sparrows, meadowlarks of course, winnowing Snipe, Say's

[cobirds] Tree Swallows, central Bldr Cnty; & other items

Joining the chorus of in-yard birders, our first TRSWs showed up today. The Say's phoebes have been here for two weeks, but although they chitter-churr on the house ledges from time to time, they are delaying nestsite location decisions until after COVID has leveled off. Anyway, last year they

[cobirds] how did Joe miss this one? (weak joke)

When I read Joe Roller's comment and then Doug Ward's follow-up, it occurred to me that in 2020 trying for a corvid deci-fecta (corvid-10) is a weak effort when one should be going for the Big Trophy: the corvid-19. Should be possible, albeit very risky. Linda Longmont Boulder County I

[cobirds] sandhills in large invisible flock overhead on Sunday

Sorry, I did not post this when it happened; I was out taking a walk on Saturday when I heard what was indubitably a large flock of cranes flying over our area, north central Boulder County. I started eagerly scanning the skies with my small bins, but though I could hear them clearly, I was

[cobirds] favorite avian songs of spring

One of mine is that of the DE juncos: Way more varied and sweet than their little bell-ring song of the later breeding season. It almost sounds like a more musical variation of the A. Goldfinch song, their current compadres at the feeder areas. They sing it early in the morning, then I don't

[cobirds] couple of cranes over central Bldr Cnty now

Just as I think the last hummers have left, these wonderful creatures pass overhead... Linda Andes-Georges 8417 Stirrup Ln Longmont CO 80503 tel 720 668 5214 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from

[cobirds] if you are still at all curious about my Boulder phoebe saga...

e happy ending for this year... Linda Linda Andes-Georges Boulder County (W of Lagerman, N of Haystack, E of Table Mtn) [Jean-Pierre says: W of Paris, S of Quebec, E of Tahiti] 8417 Stirrup Ln Longmont CO 80503 Tel. 720 668 5214 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

[cobirds] central Bldr Cnty: tanager swarm & other news

Sparrow, lots of Bullock's Orioles all over the neighborhood, and other flitting skulkers that I've had no luck setting bins on. Whoops: just now outside office window, FOS Lark Sparrow. Linda Linda Andes-Georges Boulder County (W of Lagerman, N of Haystack, E of Table Mtn) [Jean-Pierre says:

[cobirds] tanagers in prairie on 5/20

in this situation. I believe astonished observation was our neighbor's choice. The birds did not notice (whew) our very healthy hives only a block away. Linda Linda Andes-Georges Boulder County (W of Lagerman, N of Haystack, E of Table Mtn) [Jean-Pierre says: W of Paris, S of Quebec, E of Tahiti] 8417

[cobirds] songbirds central Bldr Cnty, incl. Harris's Sparrow rehearsing

would show up so I could practice IDs on them. An Ovenbird would be super: Not on the yardlist! Thanks for all the news, everybody. Linda Linda Andes-Georges Boulder County (W of Lagerman, N of Haystack, E of Table Mtn) [Jean-Pierre says: W of Paris, S of Quebec, E of Tahiti] 8417 Stirrup Ln

[cobirds] FOS Oriole & other scraps of news, central Boulder Cnty

irtue, for me). Towhees abound--this is only the 3rd year we've had even a single pair, maybe folks' landscaping and maturing shrubs are drawing them here. Linda Andes-Georges Boulder County (W of Lagerman, N of Haystack, E of Table Mtn) [Jean-Pierre says: W of Paris, S of Quebec, E of Tahiti] 8

[cobirds] slightly off-topic: carrying tripods on a plane?

Can anyone who travels with their scope tell me whether one can carry a tripod as a carry-on into the plane? Contact off listserv if you have advice! Mine is long (33 in., collapsed) and heavy... Thanks-- Linda Andes-Georges Boulder County (W of Lagerman, N of Haystack, E of Table Mtn) [Jean

[cobirds] FOUND: lost scope

stress-fit will join me in that sentiment. Oddly, the Longmont Police did not want to deal with this, since the "jurisdiction" was Weld Cnty Sheriff, but who would think of driving to Greeley from the outskirts of Longmont?? Anyway, I'm deeply grateful to all. Tally ho! Linda L

[cobirds] missing scope: Kowa TSN angled, with Vortex tripod

Missing from east Longmont trailhead (Peschel, east of Sandstone property), Sunday mid-morning. Don't ask for the story: The whole incident is too painful and embarrassing. I had highly visible striped tape wrapped around the scope adjustment handle. Reward! Linda Linda Andes-Georges

[cobirds] Say's phoebe attends Symposium in Boulder Saturday 16th

on various environmental research topics, usually focusing on the Front Range. Linda Linda Andes-Georges Boulder County (W of Lagerman, N of Haystack, E of Table Mtn) [Jean-Pierre says: W of Paris, S of Quebec, E of Tahiti] 8417 Stirrup Ln Longmont CO 80503 Tel. 720 668 5214 -- Yo

[cobirds] Lagerman area Ferrug story (Bldr Cnty)

luded most of Elena's birds and a harrier, but we missed the Harlan's. Linda Linda Andes-Georges Boulder County (W of Lagerman, N of Haystack, E of Table Mtn) [Jean-Pierre says: W of Paris, S of Quebec, E of Tahiti] 8417 Stirrup Ln Longmont CO 80503 Tel. 720 668 5214 -- You received this message b

[cobirds] 40 more cranes and a single snow goose over the Diagonal, Boulder

Just left overhead our house. Lovely. Linda Linda Andes-Georges Boulder County (W of Lagerman, N of Haystack, E of Table Mtn) [Jean-Pierre says: W of Paris, S of Quebec, E of Tahiti] 8417 Stirrup Ln Longmont CO 80503 Tel. 720 668 5214 -- You received this message because you are subscribed

[cobirds] Re: Next meeting next Tuesday!

oe, half-way between 75th & 95th on North side of road. > Carol M & Pam, We’ll miss you but look forward to hearing about your > wonderful travels—would the rest of you let me know whether or not you can > come. > > Carol C Linda Andes-Georges Boulder County (W of Lagerman, N

[cobirds] finally, hummers appearing; central Boulder Cnty

gradually going silent. :-( Linda Linda Andes-Georges Boulder County (W of Lagerman, N of Haystack, E of Table Mtn) [Jean-Pierre says: W of Paris, S of Quebec, E of Tahiti] 8417 Stirrup Ln Longmont CO 80503 Tel. 720 668 5214 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Goo

[cobirds] little help for PA visitors in July? Summit & Estes

help them out at any point (both high altitude areas), would you please let them and me know? We are going to be very preoccupied with refinishing floors and moving furniture during the time of their visit! Thanks so much, kind CObirders. Linda Linda Andes-Georges Boulder County (W of Lagerman, N

[cobirds] get your Marsh Wren fix here: St Vrain State Park, Weld

. There is an ebird post of one marsh wren in that area from May 27. State Park entrance fee applies... Linda Andes-Georges Boulder County (W of Lagerman, N of Haystack, E of Table Mtn) [Jean-Pierre says: W of Paris, S of Quebec, E of Tahiti] 8417 Stirrup Ln Longmont CO 80503 Tel. 720 668

[cobirds] Rose-breasted Grosbeak, central Bldr Cnty & other news

little trace of a black goatee. It sings like a male, and has been going around the house tapping on windows, like a robin. Black-chinned hummers, both sexes, visiting the feeders... Linda Linda Andes-Georges Boulder County (W of Lagerman, N of Haystack, E of Table Mtn) [Jean-Pierre says: W

[cobirds] Loggerhead Shrike, w of Lagerman Res, Bldr Cnty on Mother's Day

Seen mid-afternoon before next round of thunderstorms. Excellent look, making sure it was not a late Northern. Linda Andes-Georges Boulder County (W of Lagerman, N of Haystack, E of Table Mtn) [Jean-Pierre says: W of Paris, S of Quebec, E of Tahiti] 8417 Stirrup Ln Longmont CO 80503 Tel. 720

[cobirds] Bullock's Oriole, central Bldr Cnty

This is the earliest I've had one in my yard. Spring is moving along really fast (until the final freeze & snowfall?) Linda Linda Andes-Georges Boulder County (W of Lagerman, N of Haystack, E of Table Mtn) [Jean-Pierre says: W of Paris, S of Quebec, E of Tahiti] 8417 Stirrup Ln Longmon

[cobirds] Say's Phoebe pair reunited, central Bldr Cnty

t; phoebe scouted the yard, but it wasn't the right one. Then on 4/16, She > arrived. For the first time, I could verify that this was the same bird as > the previous year. No mistaking the lopsided perch posture on our deck bench! > She is ready to start anew. > > My heart soars. &

[cobirds] cranes over Lagerman 5 min. ago (Bldr Cnty)

... about 75 cranes probably now over Boulder. Enjoy the chorus, everyone! Linda Andes-Georges Boulder County (W of Lagerman, N of Haystack, E of Table Mtn) [Jean-Pierre says: W of Paris, S of Quebec, E of Tahiti] 8417 Stirrup Ln Longmont CO 80503 Tel. 720 668 5214 -- You received

[cobirds] Re: [NATURE-NET] Calliope Hummingbird, Boulder County

.com > Message Archives: > https://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/NATURE-NET/conversations/messages > > Opinions expressed do not necessarily represent BCNA/BCASs position. > BCNA/BCAS reserves the right to reject any message we feel is inappropriate. > > ======

[cobirds] help for Eagle Scout merit badge: bird study

I know, I'm begging for help on the curriculum, but I have a hunch that you have great ideas (some of which I've noted over the past decade). Linda Linda Andes-Georges Boulder County (W of Lagerman, N of Haystack, E of Table Mtn) [Jean-Pierre says: W of Paris, S of Quebec, E of Tahiti] 8

[cobirds] 2nd post, sorry: East. Wd Pewee near Lyons last year

eet a soul. Linda Linda Andes-Georges Boulder County (W of Lagerman, N of Haystack, E of Table Mtn) [Jean-Pierre says: W of Paris, S of Quebec, E of Tahiti] 8417 Stirrup Ln Longmont CO 80503 Tel. 720 668 5214 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "

[cobirds] follow up to EAKI "eyebrow" bird at Walden in Boulder

) of pictures of the Great Blue Herons at Golden Ponds. I have noticed several times that a bird would catch a fish, then drop it near the bank instead of swallowing it. Could they be putting it aside to pick up later? I've never seen this before. Best, Woody Linda Andes-Georges Boulder County (W

[cobirds] did not jinx myself: yardbird 109 in Bldr Cnty: N. Mockingbird

ns I keep out for them on a shepherd's hook. I still have no clue where their real nest is... or if they are just not sure they want to have kids. Linda Linda Andes-Georges Boulder County (W of Lagerman, N of Haystack, E of Table Mtn) [Jean-Pierre says: W of Paris, S of Quebec, E of Tahiti]

[cobirds] Bldr Cnty plains: Swainson's Thrush NOT a new yardbird, dang it

visitors-- all in May. Those new ones are sure hard to find, but now that my memory is slipping, maybe I'll forget to check my yardlist and can celebrate often. Linda Linda Andes-Georges Boulder County (W of Lagerman, N of Haystack, E of Table Mtn) [Jean-Pierre says: W of Paris, S of Quebec, E

[cobirds] ongoing spring pop-ups in north Bldr Cnty: Blue Grosbeak, Warb. Vireos, etc

seem to have no urge to choose one and get down to business. They do not "bill & coo" on their favorite spots, and rarely can be seen flycatching around the yard. I am baffled. Stay tuned. Linda Andes-Georges Boulder County (W of Lagerman, N of Haystack, E of Table Mtn) [Jean-Pierre s

Re: [cobirds] Bldr Cnty foothills: Virginia's warblers

Bev Baker, Laurel Temmen and I tripped lightly around the Goshawk loop in S. Bldr this morning and among other lovely finds (several Abert's squirrels of varying colors) we heard and found at least one set (2 or 3) of hyper-active Virginia's warblers this morning. Linda Andes-Georges Boulder

[cobirds] Bldr Cnty: house wrens & missing phoebe

ul House Sparrow bullies? I'll never know. I mention this because several of you share my affection for these birds. Meanwhile, House Wrens were here when I got back. So the yard will be filled with their bubbly songs, if little else. Linda Linda Andes-Georges Boulder County (W of Lagerman, N of

[cobirds] little help on IDs of Eastern waterfowl from bad photos

for the Red-cockaded Woodpecker and frustratingly, heard one but could not find it. The forest was still smoldering from a recent prescribed fire which is used to help manage the forests that they prefer. Nevertheless, it was a good trip for woodpeckers in general: lots of practice. Linda Andes-Georges

[cobirds] BCAS program 2/28: Leatherman on Fox Squirrels: love 'em or hate 'em but salute their ingenuity

t; squirrel story or recipe to share. > > Linda Andes-Georges Boulder County (W of Lagerman, N of Haystack, E of Table Mtn) [Jean-Pierre says: W of Paris, S of Quebec, E of Tahiti] 8417 Stirrup Ln Longmont CO 80503) Tel. 720 668 5214 -- You received this message because you are subscr

[cobirds] Widefield Community Park planning?

, and recommended future actions for Widefield Community Park. Following the meeting, the draft master plan will be available online for public review Linda Andes-Georges Boulder County 8417 Stirrup Ln Longmont CO 80503 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

[cobirds] boring? never: crane flock of 120 headed south thru Bldr Cnty

... now over east Boulder about 4 miles east of the foothills. Linda -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com.

[cobirds] cranes over Lookout Rd, Niwot (Bldr Cnty)

At least two flocks have flown over this late afternoon; we can hear them but barely see them from our place north of Haystack. We are thrilled to be hearing them this early. I get the CObirds digest, so others have probably reported these already. So cool. Linda Andes-Georges Boulder County

[cobirds] north central Bldr Cnty: oddly out of synch migrants

Hi folks-- As I tried to fly [sic] through 5 transects this week, one day with bookends, I noticed a lot of good-to-see returnees but some oddities struck me. I don't know if this has been a general thing or just typical of the places I've been birdcounting. While the tanagers, towhee sp.,

[cobirds] correction: NOT an early W Wd Peewee in Lgmt

Hi again, folks: Thanks to David S who reminded me to document this sighting, as it is really early for Peewees. And since I do not yet have Iphone reflexes, I forgot to get some kind of photo of this bird (who, a few weeks hence, will have dozens of compadres in the same area). So I went

[cobirds] Longmont/Boulder Cnty area spring returns, and personal Hallelujah

Hi folks-- This week in east and west Longmont (sorry, I cannot reveal locations to closed areas) I've seen House Wren, W. Wood Peewee, WF Ibis, Amer. Pelican, Loggerhead Shrike, as well as the annoying BH Cowbirds and many others previously reported by you-all. (YR Warblers, for me, have all

[cobirds] tufted titmouse??? Boulder Cnty

Hi, folks-- This one will probably remain speculative forever, but I'm rather sure I heard a Tufted Titmouse near our house in central Bldr (north of Haystack, west of Lagerman) early this morning. It sang and sang from my neighbors' yard (about 70 ft from me, though I could not locate it

[cobirds] downloading birdsongs or calls to Iphone for ringtones

k. Thanks! Linda Andes-Georges Haystack-Lagerman area, Bldr Cnty PS I'm not looking for real exotics, just things like Fox Sparrow, OS Flycatcher, Common Poorwill, Great Gray Owl, European Robin (Redbreast), Hoopoe, Blackbird, etc -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Goo

[cobirds] Notice: really ducky field trip with Bill (and beaks) Nov 14th

BCAS upcoming trip: Saturday, Nov. 14, 2015, 7:30-5:00, Free/no limit, but you must carpool. Leader: The one and only Bill Kaempfer. Mid-November is the peak of migration for some of the more unusual waterfowl found along the northern Front Range. This trip will explore a wide region, ranging

[cobirds] not done yet: 40 cranes 2 mi west of Lagerman, Bldr Cnty

I can't get enough of this lovely phenomenon. Linda Andes-Georges -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@google

[cobirds] whither & wherefore of reporting, cont.

this time of year? So the latter often is NOT uncommon or rare, but rather, typical, or if not, perhaps a new trend (we'll see). I sense that I'm in the minority. I just wanted that minority viewpoint to appear in the thread. Happy hunting, everyone. Linda Andes-Georges central Boulder County (

[cobirds] Re: [NATURE-NET] More Cranes, Boulder Co.

Todd, these birds are just going over us now, about 5-600 as ou said, and boomeranging off any thermals that they find. So with all the circling they came SW instead, and reached the Lagerman area in a lazy half hour. As the groups break up in the thermals and then rejoin in Vs, they make a

[cobirds] heads up, Golden: cranes coming over (Boulder County)

Hi folks-- Cranes passing over every day now. 165 on the wing over Boulder right now, headed south with sounds of cheer. Linda -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from

[cobirds] help on vireo ID (song), St Vrain Bridge, Hygiene (Boulder Cnty)

for a Warbling, not hoarsely dreamy enough for a Solitary (nor is it the right habitat). Whatever it is is breeding there: it's song was being echoed phrase by phrase by a bird further up the creek. Unless someone was doing a playback joke on me... Thanks for any comments-- Linda Andes-Georges central

[cobirds] another EA Wood Pewee far from home (Boulder County)

--a nostalgic moment for me, as I heard them during all of my youth in the Shenandoah Valley. What are they doing here, do you think? Linda Andes-Georges central Boulder Cnty -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Colorado Birds group. To unsubscribe from

[cobirds] speculation first-hand on increasing wren numbers

we are contributing to (sorry about that dangling prep.) What to do, what to do? Linda Andes-Georges central Boulder County -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Colorado Birds group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from

[cobirds] help out a birdcounter and get a free ride through RMNP

complains once they see the sun rise and view the wildlife. Contact Dave at djwalt...@comcast.net. Thanks-- Linda Andes-Georges also doing the count... (in another part of the park) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Colorado Birds group. To unsubscribe

[cobirds] calling for a mobbing: three anti-bird bills

minutes of birdwatching time to do things like this! Linda Andes-Georges Longmont (near Lagerman Res) MBTA: https://secure.audubon.org/site/Advocacy?cmd=displaypage=UserActionid=1911 ESA: https://secure.audubon.org/site/Advocacy?cmd=displaypage=UserActionid=1909 Sage Grouse: https

[cobirds] flight calls flock habits, N. Boulder Cnty

where Scott S was about to report big numbers of the SWTH. I'd like to learn something from this puzzlement. Linda Andes-Georges Central Boulder County PS joining all the other FOS reports, I had my FOS-Colorado Dusky flycatcher today. Most others have been previously reported by others

[cobirds] misc. north Boulder County

Hi folks, As I sat parked at a light on Sunset Boston in Longmont yesterday, I saw an osprey rise up from the nearby St Vrain with a monster fish. The pair flew (or rather the bird did) toward the fairgounds nest, where I bet some webcam-watchers saw the fish used for supper on that nest. I

[cobirds] previous photo ID'ed: pine grosbeak

Thanks, Cobirders flock: pine grosbeak (I was afraid to guess it: I've never seen one this rosy red!) Sounds like everyone is finding them in town these days (except me). Linda -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Colorado Birds group. To unsubscribe

[cobirds] Fwd: Unknown bird- Missoula

I know this is off-topic (and a bad photo!), but if you have a clue, could you send me a note off-serv? Linda Andes-Georges central Bldr Cnty Begin forwarded message: Just seen today. All of us are mystified. Any clues? Begin forwarded message: Date: February 21, 2015 at 11:51:00 AM

[cobirds] burning question about the CBCs

statistically, the two week spread data ought to be of equal significance, IMHO. What do the rest of you know/think about this? Linda Andes-Georges central Boulder County (right between two CBC count circles) 2 mi east of Lagerman Res PS Thanks to the treasurer for membership reminders. -- You

[cobirds] Final notice: tomorrow July 12, Brainard Lake outing with Boulder County Audubon

and be prepared to hike 3-4 miles. Limited to 10, send an email to David at:dave...@gmail.com (corrected address) to register. Carpool from the Justice Center lot, at the southeast corner of 6th and Canyon in Boulder. Re-posted by Linda Andes-Georges Central Boulder County __._,_.___ -- You

[cobirds] observations oddities, central Boulder Cnty

match, but the season does not. I'll probably turn the whole thing over to the Rare Birds Experts and let them debate it. But has anyone ever heard of such a thing in early July? (Note that I ruled out all the easy answers with research). Thanks, Linda Andes-Georges near Lagerman Res, cntrl Bouldr

[cobirds] Solstice Count: Wild Basin Lily Lake on Sat. June 21

year of the count... Call me, please! Linda Andes-Georges (listed under Jean-Pierre Georges) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Colorado Birds group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr

[cobirds] RB grosbeak on Ouray Rd, Bldr Cnty

are not always outside, however. You will easily hear the bird from the road, but may not see it. Linda Andes-Georges north central Boulder County PS Happy Father's Day to all birding dads on the listserv -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Colorado Birds

[cobirds] water forum in Boulder: not just for shorebirds ducks

. I hope our moderator will show suppleness in admitting that this could be important for us to consider. Thanks to all, and see you there-- Linda Andes-Georges central Boulder County, where Say's phoebes are now on nest (eggs soon?), horned larks back in numbers and occasional lonely Vesper

[cobirds] biking for birds--cross country quest

from our daily worries. Consider donating, also--that, after all, is the objective. He's headed this way--consider offering to host. I have NO relationship with this guy, but thank Sandra Laurson for sending me the website in January so I've been able to travel vicariously. Enjoy. Linda Andes

[cobirds] birder biker blog

Andes-Georges central Boulder County http://bikingforbirds.blogspot.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Colorado Birds group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com

[cobirds] John Weller speaking, presenting photos at BCAS mtg on Tues., Boulder County

and western Pacific. Please join us for this very special program. Tuesday, November 26, 7:30 p.m.; Holiday sale begins at 5:30 p.m.; Boulder Unitarian Universalist Church, 5001 Pennsylvania Avenue. Free and open to all. Submitted by Linda Andes-Georges Nesting in the heart of Boulder County near

[cobirds] birding apps, old thread

? I'd really appreciate it. Linda Andes-Georges Boulder County -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Colorado Birds group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post

[cobirds] Gilpin County field trip canceled; other idea

, we suggest that those of you who may be in birding deficit consider the DFO trip to Golden Gate Canyon SP on Sat. Meet at visitors' center at 8 am. Thanks, and keep up the interesting reporting from places both wet and dry. Linda Andes-Georges -- You received this message because you

[cobirds] juv oriole needs a little help, Bldr Cnty

youngsters (goldfinches, ducks, kingbirds, hummers, waxwings, you name it) who need release sites--private land, lots of cover and no cats--so CObirders could be a rich source of information in this regard. Thanks for any help. Linda Andes-Georges Central Boulder County -- You received

[cobirds] midwest birds: RE vireo (another), central Boulder Cnty

are staying interesting; ain't it grand? Linda Andes-Georges Central Boulder County -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Colorado Birds group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com

[cobirds] eastern warbler but don't know which; foothills near Lyons, Bldr Cnty

. This bird will not breed here, but doesn't know that yet. And I'm devoured by curiosity. Linda Andes-Georges Central Boulder County, Longmont CO PS forgot to mention: this trail is popular with bikers; get there early and you'll miss them -- You received this message because you are subscribed

[cobirds] We Kingbirds back in central Bldr Cnty

I'm sure these have been reported by now; I get the digest and am always behind the times. Linda Andes-Georges -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Colorado Birds group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email

[cobirds] redpoll, central Bldr Cnty

but the bird is not reappearing yet. Linda Andes-Georges A mile north of Haystack, up against the eastern flank of Table Mtn and west of Lagerman -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Colorado Birds group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

[cobirds] organic egg on face: NO hoary; just a chipper

was slightly the wrong shape and... BLACK. And the eyestripe was too prominent, and... well, you get the idea. Let he who has never misidentified cast the first stone. Linda Andes-Georges -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Colorado Birds group. To unsubscribe

[cobirds] evening grosbeaks, still hanging around cntrl Bldr Cnty

Hi folks-- My neighbor has had 8 to 10 evening grosbeaks at her feeders most of the past month (and in previous snow had a bobcat visitor). Alas, I have been unable to tempt them close enough to my yard to call them a yardbird for the only list that I keep religiously. Linda Andes-Georges

[cobirds] redpolls encore, Bldr Cnty

in somebody's area on the Boulder Christmas birdcount this weekend. Linda Andes-Georges A mile north of Haystack Mtn; south of Nelson Rd, west of Lagerman -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Colorado Birds group. To post to this group, send email

[cobirds] Evening grosbeaks, Bldr Cnty in plains

This is an unexpected addition to our yardlist, four miles straight west of the foothills north of Boulder: A half dozen (young, I think) evening grosbeaks in an old cottonwood tree. They were there yesterday, not today. Linda Andes-Georges -- You received this message because you

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