[cobirds] Shorebirds/Crom Lake

From Crom Lake (east pond now dry) and Weld CR 84 Marsh (drying up) ... - Marbled Godwit - 2 - Willet - 18 - Spotted Sandpiper - 2 - Solitary Sandpiper - 1 - Lesser Yellowlegs - 2 - Greater Yellowlegs - 1 - Killdeer - 2 Thanks Gary Lefko, Nunn

[cobirds] Northern Cardinal/Aurora

Great photos of this cardinal showing up at an Aurora feeder ... - http://coloradobirder.ning.com/photo/img-1504 - http://coloradobirder.ning.com/photo/img-1503 - http://coloradobirder.ning.com/photo/img-1496 Also great shots of Boulder's Summer Tanager and Plumbeous Vireo -

[cobirds] Re: Wait, there is more to the story about Latham Reservoir Welcoming Committee/Weld

Sheriff's Office 1950 O Street, Greeley, Colorado 80631 970-356-4015 Ext 2810 Cell Phone 970-590-6838 E-mail: jbroder...@co.weld.co.us Thanks Gary Lefko, Nunn http://coloradobirder.ning.com/ Mobile: http://coloradobirder.ning.com/m On Sunday, April 20, 2014 10:49:17 AM UTC-6, The Nunn Guy

[cobirds] Willet/Pierce

I saw two Willet at Weld Cr 84 marsh along with Lesser Yellowlegs, and Long-billed Dowitcher. At home Brown-headed Cowbird, Chipping Sparrow, Say's Phoebe, Burrowing Owl (Weld Cr 33) and our annual Funny Farm ducks--pair of Mallards hanging out in our field--nearest water is Dover Reservoir

[cobirds] Pueblo Birds of Interest

Robert M reports from Pueblo Reservoir ... below dam - Scaled Quail - http://coloradobirder.ning.com/photo/scaled-quail-4 - Curve-billed Thrasher - http://coloradobirder.ning.com/photo/curve-billed-thrasher-1 Thanks Gary Lefko, Nunn http://coloradobirder.ning.com/ Mobile:

[cobirds] Re: Swainson's Hawk - east Larimer County

Plenty in Weld County ... saw four this morning on way in (Hwy 14) and five hanging out together yesterday near Nunn. Thanks Gary Lefko, Nunn http://coloradobirder.ning.com/ Mobile: http://coloradobirder.ning.com/m On Friday, April 25, 2014 9:18:42 AM UTC-6, Ann Donoghue wrote: I saw my FOS

[cobirds] Marbled Godwit/Crom Lake

Two Marbled Godwits this morning at Crom Lake along with Wilson's Phalarope (1), Greater Yellowlegs (1), Spotted Sandpiper (1), Killdeer (3) and American Avocet (12). Godwit photos: http://coloradobirder.ning.com/photo Thanks Gary Lefko, Nunn http://coloradobirder.ning.com/ Mobile:

[cobirds] Re: Wait, there is more to the story about Latham Reservoir Welcoming Committee/Weld

://coloradobirder.ning.com/m On Sunday, April 20, 2014 10:49:17 AM UTC-6, The Nunn Guy wrote: I led Boulder County Audubon trip around Weld County yesterday. Total of 64 species seen. Highlights are: Long-billed Curlew (On east side fo reservoir, near top of hill where everyone looks to reservoir

[cobirds] Marbled Godwit/Union Reservoir

Two were seen ... photos http://coloradobirder.ning.com/photo/photo/listForContributor?screenName=1p6291ifb9go6 Thanks Gary Lefko, Nunn http://coloradobirder.ning.com/ Mobile: http://coloradobirder.ning.com/m -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

[cobirds] Wait, there is more to the story about Latham Reservoir Welcoming Committee/Weld

I led Boulder County Audubon trip around Weld County yesterday. Total of 64 species seen. Highlights are: Long-billed Curlew (On east side fo reservoir, near top of hill where everyone looks to reservoir, bird was along oil industry dirt road in field) McCown's, Chestnet-collared Longspurs,

[cobirds] Swainson's Hawk/Northwest Weld

I saw my first Swainson's Hawk of the season up here this morning. Also, Wilson's Snipe at Weld CR 84 marsh and Great Horned Owl/owlet(s) nest along Hwy 14. Photos of all three here: http://coloradobirder.ning.com/photo Thanks Gary Lefko, Nunn http://coloradobirder.ning.com/ Mobile:

[cobirds] Chestnut-collared Longspur/Nunn

This morning in our yard we had a Yellow-shafted Northern Flicker. I walked Weld CR 114/85 SE corner and had four visual sightings of Chestnut-collared and 3+ audio out in the far fields. Dover Reservoir had Golden Eagle and American Crow (rare for Nunn). Crom Lake had lots of usual birds

[cobirds] Re: Chestnut-collared Longspur/Nunn

Road|Cheyenne WY 82009 On Friday, April 11, 2014 10:02:46 AM UTC-6, The Nunn Guy wrote: This morning in our yard we had a Yellow-shafted Northern Flicker. I walked Weld CR 114/85 SE corner and had four visual sightings of Chestnut-collared and 3+ audio out in the far fields. Dover

[cobirds] Speaking of Chukar/Crom Lake

I had a Chukar this morning at Crom Lake. The Wild West aka Nunn-area has a few farms that raise SeEtta's said game birds which we see in our yard on occasions (pheasant, chukar, bobwhite). Crom also had Least Sandpiper and Greater Yellowlegs previously reported. Also, Great-tailed Grackle

[cobirds] Gulls in Odd Location/Northern Larimer

Hi all I commuted to work this morning via Carr (Weld) and down through Larimer County. - Crom Lake had American Avocet (photo) - Black Hollow Reservoir Bald Eagle nest active (photo) - At Larimer CR 15 and 78 drive north 1.1m and on east is flooded field/small stream attracting

[cobirds] Re: Fort Collins Turkey Vulture roost (Larimer)

Yesterday morning while proceeding to work from Shields Osprey nest I saw about 30-40 vultures ascending into thermals in and around Mountain-quite a sight. Thanks Gary Lefko, Nunn http://coloradobirder.ning.com Mobile: http://coloradobirder.ning.com/m On Monday, April 7, 2014 7:58:07 PM

[cobirds] Northcentral Weld County

Crom Lake Least Sandpiper - 2 Greater Yellowlegs Latham Reservoir Marsh Cinnamon Teal - about a dozen Blue-winged teal - few Green-winged Teal Greater Yellowlegs Beebe Draw Yellow-headed Blackbird - 8 Brown-headed Cowbird Mourning Dove Yellow-rumped Warbler Red Fox Weld CR 33 Burrowing Owl - 4

[cobirds] Re: Northcentral Weld County

, 2014 10:05:28 AM UTC-6, The Nunn Guy wrote: Crom Lake Least Sandpiper - 2 Greater Yellowlegs Latham Reservoir Marsh Cinnamon Teal - about a dozen Blue-winged teal - few Green-winged Teal Greater Yellowlegs Beebe Draw Yellow-headed Blackbird - 8 Brown-headed Cowbird Mourning Dove

[cobirds] Famous birder (Sibley) treks to Colorado to see the only bird he's never seen

http://coloradobirder.ning.com/forum/topics/famous-birder-sibley-treks-to-colorado-to-see-the-only-bird-he-s- Sibley recently on Colorado Public Radio ... text and audio interview Thanks Gary Lefko, Nunn http://coloradobirder.ning.com/ Mobile: http://coloradobirder.ning.com/m -- You received

[cobirds] Greater Yellowlegs/Pierce

At Crom Lake this morning there were four Greater Yellowlegs and at the marsh at Weld CR 84/31 was a lone Greater Yellowlegs (http://coloradobirder.ning.com/photo) -- you'll also be treated to see some great(!) chicken photos taken by Pat G in North Park recently. Thanks Gary Lefko, Nunn

[cobirds] Pawnee NG Birding Driving Tour/Weld

Weld CR 124/122 ponds had spring ducks, no shorebirds sans Killdeer. Only migrants on Pawnee NG Birding Driving tour were a lone Mourning Dove and four Mountain Bluebird. No owls, longspurs or plovers yet. The three area Golden Eagle nests were active. Also, reported three license plates of

[cobirds] Re: Loloff Swan

Thanks for confirming Steven--I assume the same bird ... Thanks Gary Lefko, Nunn http://coloradobirder.ning.com/ Mobile: http://coloradobirder.ning.com/m On Monday, March 24, 2014 6:04:50 PM UTC-6, Steven Mlodinow wrote: Greetings All Assuming that the bird photographed by Gary Lefko is

[cobirds] Kohl's Ambassador/Fort Collins

Canada Goose nesting right outside east entryway of Kohl's on Harmony Blvd. Two photos here: http://coloradobirder.ning.com/photo Thanks Gary Lefko, Nunn http://coloradobirder.ning.com/ Mobile: http://coloradobirder.ning.com/m -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

[cobirds] Trumpeter Swan/Loloff Reservoir

Birded around north central Weld County yesterday afternoon. Trumpeter Swan (you decide - http://coloradobirder.ning.com/photo/trumpeter-swan3-loloff-reservoir, http://coloradobirder.ning.com/photo/trumpeter-swan2-loloff-reservoir,

[cobirds] Greater Yellowlegs/Eaton

Hi all Crom Lake - Herring Gull continues Cozzens Lake - American White Pelican (28); Greater Yellowlegs; Bald Eagle (ad) on the shore; Say's Phoebe Neff Lake - lots of spring ducks; gulls Woods Lake - lots of spring ducks ditto Angel Lake; gulls Thanks Gary Lefko, Nunn

[cobirds] Sandhill Crane/Wellington

I found 8 Sandhill Crane (http://coloradobirder.ning.com/photo/albums/sandhill-crane-wellington) on way home last night at Larimer CR 11/Larimer CR 70 (go west .5m to ponds) then my wife and I drove back out near dusk and watched 50-60 more cranes fly into Poudre Reservoir #3 west shore. It

[cobirds] Re: New Sibley Guide: Wait for the next printing

Maybe it's a lot or batch and not the entire first publication? Thanks Gary Lefko, Nunn http://coloradobirder.ning.com/ Mobile: http://coloradobirder.ning.com/m On Thursday, March 20, 2014 12:01:29 PM UTC-6, Charles Hundertmark wrote: I am a huge fan of *The Sibley Guide to Birds*. I bought

[cobirds] Timnath Reservoir/Larimer

At lunch ... great weather ... lots of ducks Barrow's Goldeneye Common Goldeneye Ruddy Duck Bufflehead Lesser Scaup Horned Grebe Eared Grebe Canada Goose Ring-necked Duck Mallard Gadwall Canvasback American Wigeon Northern Pintail Redhead Pied-billed Grebe Green-winged Teal Double-crested

[cobirds] Crow Valley Campground/Weld

The stream through the campground is full of water! It is at bank level. You will need waterproof boots to cross into the southside of the stream. With that--DUCKS in Crow Valley! Had a pair of Mallard and Green-winged Teal. 11 total species (30-40 American Goldfinch). No Mountain Plover

[cobirds] Barrow's Goldeneye/Timnath Reservoir (Larimer)

A pair of Barrow's Goldeneye near dam viewed from park on south. Others: Mallard Lesser Scaup Red-winged Blackbird Western Meadowlark Mouring Dove Eurasian-collared Dove American Wigeon Redhead Canada Goose Ruddy Duck Common Goldeneye Northern Pintail Bufflehead Wood Duck Horned Grebe

[cobirds] Longspur Scouting/Weld

Hi all I walked around Weld CR 114/Hwy 85 SE corner this morning hoping for an early Chestnut-Collared Longspur--just Horned Lark and Western Meadowlark today. This is often deemed as a can't miss spot for Chestnuts in spring/summer--BUT--requires a renewable permit (or else your trespassing)

[cobirds] Lesser Black-backed Gulls/Drake Lake (and Chicken challenge)

Hi all This morning had four Bald Eagle (2 ad, 2 imm) at WCR 84/31 marsh and 3 Lesser Black-backed Gull (adults) with 2 Herring Gull and host of Ring-billeds at Drake Lake. We were in Nebraska last four days (billions of Snow Goose-no cranes) and while out one day my wife noticed five black

[cobirds] Lesser Black-backed Gull/Weld

First, a billion Horned Larks littering Weld CR (WCR) 100 between WCR 27 and 23. WCR 100 was covered with Horned Larks for about a one mile stretch (impressive!). There were numerous Lapland Longspurs heard/seen in flight--none on the road as far as I could tell--was trying to get pix of

[cobirds] Eastern Screech Owl/Fort Collins

Three times a charm--finally got to see the cooperative bird. In Spring Canyon Park in Fort Collins. Photos: http://coloradobirder.ning.com/photo Video: *http://coloradobirder.ning.com/video/eastern-screech-owl* Thanks Gary Lefko, Nunn http://coloradobirder.ning.com/ Mobile:

[cobirds] Laplands and Eagles/Nunn

On my way in to work today along Weld CR (WCR) 100--between WCR 23 and 27 on north--our beautiful local adult Bald Eagle (http://coloradobirder.ning.com/photo/photo/listForContributor?screenName=lefkogt) eating a rabbit on the ground right next to road before taking to the lone tree on north

[cobirds] Raptor Alley/Nunn

First, we had Eastern Screech owl calling in our windbreak Sunday 12:-5am VERY COOL. Second one we have heard in three years--last one was on our roof calling. Overcast day and no wind along Raptor Alley yesterday. 45 raptors seen between 0930-1100am. Primarily Weld CR 27 between Pierce,

[cobirds] Re: Meadowlark below the feeders, Larimer County

FYI to follow this post, we've had Western Meadowlark (18-20+) throughout the winter so they (some) definitely stick around in winter in Nunn. Also, 3 Lapland Longspurs at our front feeders yesterday and today. Thanks Gary Lefko, Nunn http://coloradobirder.ning.com Mobile:

[cobirds] Weld CR 122 and 124 Ponds

Sunday afternoon drive ... small pockets of open water in both ... inlet stream is open on north Ferruginous Hawk Bald Eagle (2) - Weld CR 122 and 124 pond Rough-legged Hawk Horned Lark Lapland Longspur - Weld CR 122 pond Canada Goose - lots Snow Goose - Weld CR 122 pond Greater White-fronted

[cobirds] Re: Raptor Alley with Boulder County Audubon and Others Results/Nunn

Our local Merlin made an appearance this morning about half-a-mile from house - http://coloradobirder.ning.com/photo/merlin-461 Thanks Gary Lefko, Nunn http://coloradobirder.ning.com/ Mobile: http://coloradobirder.ning.com/m On Thursday, January 16, 2014 3:31:52 PM UTC-7, The Nunn Guy wrote

[cobirds] Re: Raptor Alley with Boulder County Audubon and Others Results/Nunn

://coloradobirder.ning.com/ Mobile: http://coloradobirder.ning.com/m On Monday, January 13, 2014 9:09:07 AM UTC-7, The Nunn Guy wrote: Fantastic day along Raptor Alley Saturday and with more sets of eyeballs a new high for the year! We had eight cars of enthusiastic raptorers meeting at Honey's Cafe (aka

[cobirds] Raptor Alley with Boulder County Audubon and Others Results/Nunn

Fantastic day along Raptor Alley Saturday and with more sets of eyeballs a new high for the year! We had eight cars of enthusiastic raptorers meeting at Honey's Cafe (aka Nunn Cafe). Great weather conditions, too. 57 raptors seen between 0830-130am. Primarily Weld CR 27 between Pierce, Nunn

[cobirds] Re: Anyone familiar with Soapstone Prairie (LARIMER)?

Hi John I would check with City of Fort Collins, Natural Areas--they schedule trips there with interpretation. Thanks Gary Lefko, Nunn http://coloradobirder.ning.com/ Mobile: http://coloradobirder.ning.com/m On Monday, January 13, 2014 12:28:58 PM UTC-7, John Shenot wrote: As the field

[cobirds] Re: SAT. JAN 11, RAPTOR ALLEY WITH THE NUNN GUY

for wintering Birds of Prey. “RAPTOR ALLEY” WITH THE “NUNN GUY” Saturday, January 11, 2014: Join Gary Lefko, Nunn resident and knowledgeable eastern plains birder, for a trip down raptor alley. It will be possible to see up to 10 species, including many Ferruginous Hawks, Eagles, Rough

[cobirds] Re: Loveland CBC preliminary report

This for Brandon ... regarding all the CBC comments about record turnouts--do you have participation data for all of the Colorado CBC circles? # of attendees, record or not for each circle? And your thoughts on more people equals more birds versus more birds happen to be here this year given

[cobirds] Re: Raptor Alley/Nunn

://coloradobirder.ning.com/m On Monday, December 16, 2013 3:21:21 PM UTC-7, The Nunn Guy wrote: Great raptor day yesterday--43 raptors seen between 0830-1130am. Primarily Weld CR 27 between Pierce, Nunn and Carr. Ferruginous Hawk - 5 American Kestrel - 8 Prairie Falcon - 3 Red-tailed Hawk

[cobirds] Raptor Alley/Nunn

Great raptor day yesterday--43 raptors seen between 0830-1130am. Primarily Weld CR 27 between Pierce, Nunn and Carr. Ferruginous Hawk - 5 American Kestrel - 8 Prairie Falcon - 3 Red-tailed Hawk - 11 Northern Harrier - 1 Rough-legged Hawk - 10 Golden Eagle - 2 Unidentified - 2 Great Horned Owl -

[cobirds] Re: Northern Cardinal in Laporte

I wonder if the Fort Collins Christmas Bird Count (CBC) circle has LaPorte in its boundaries, Nick K? A nice prize for Fort Collins CBC if it sticks around. Thanks Gary Lefko, Nunn http:coloradobirder.ning.com/ Mobile: http:coloradobirder.ning.com/m On Monday, December 9, 2013 12:11:54 PM

[cobirds] Re: Snowy Owls in the NE

Unfortunately some of those have been shot ... now they are being trapped instead (thankfully) ... http://www.nytimes.com/2013/12/10/nyregion/snowy-owls-to-be-trapped-instead-of-shot-at-new-york-area-airports.html Thanks Gary Lefko, Nunn http://coloradobirder.ning.com/ Mobile:

[cobirds] Raptor Alley/Nunn

Great raptor day yesterday--47 raptors seen between 0830-1130am. Primarily Weld CR 27 between Pierce, Nunn and Carr. Ferruginous Hawk - 11 (including 4 on ground watching Red-tailed eating prairire dog, there was also Rough-legged on ground, too) American Kestrel - 9 Bald Eagle - 1 Prairie

[cobirds] North Poudre Reservoir #3/Larimer

While birding at the reservoir on Saturday--the Cheyenne Audubon group dropped by--nice to see my friends from the north. Greater White-fronted Goose Northern Shrike Snow Goose - 15 or so Bald Eagle put on a show trying to grab an American Coot who proved elusive. Canada Goose - 1,000 or so??

[cobirds] Nunn CBC Info

Hi all The Nunn CBC will be 19th of Dec., Thursday. The usual place. ---Jim S The usual place is CPER/LTER Facilities on Weld CR 114 about one mile east of Hwy 85 and Weld CR 114 intersection on north. Thanks Gary Lefko, Nunn http://coloradobirder.ning.com/ Mobile:

[cobirds] Re: Nunn CBC Info

://www.google.com/url?q=http%3A%2F%2Fcoloradobirder.ning.com%2Fmsa=Dsntz=1usg=AFQjCNHGDowUmaGLHNnlXmJN63NkK3amkQ On Monday, November 25, 2013 11:28:22 AM UTC-7, The Nunn Guy wrote: Hi all The Nunn CBC will be 19th of Dec., Thursday. The usual place. ---Jim S The usual place is CPER/LTER

[cobirds] Some Kudos for Audubon and DFO Field Trips This Past Weekend

Hi all I just wanted to share some kudos received about two field trips led by Audubon Society of Greater Denver and Denver Field Ornithologists found on Colorado Birder this morning: *Parkfield Park field trip (Audubon Society of Greater Denver)* - What a great little park! Bursting with a

[cobirds] Re: Greeley Mute Swans (Weld)

Hi Nick I've never seen six together (anywhere) in Greeley-area. I've seen two to three swans together at most. Thanks Gary Lefko, Nunn http://coloradobirder.ning.com/ Mobile: http://coloradobirder.ning.com/m On Wednesday, November 13, 2013 1:00:05 AM UTC-7, Nick Komar wrote: There were 6

[cobirds] 2013 Second Annual Fairplay Christmas Bird Count

Sharing ... I wanted to send out the basic information for this year’s Fairplay Christmas Bird Count to those of you who participated last year and those who have expressed an interest in participating this year. I will be sending out the final details at a later date, but if you are

[cobirds] Larimer County

Toured northern Larimer County yesterday--Rawhide to Timnath and all in between. Lots of duck variety at various lakes. Rawhide was very windy--4 American White Pelicans remain; some ducks on west shore North Poudre Reservoir #3--2 Sandhill Cranes; lots of ducks, geese Timnath Reservoir -

[cobirds] Raptor Alley Trip Results/Nunn

Sixteen folks joined me along Raptor Alley Saturday for GREAT weather, raptors and breakfast at Nunn Cafe (now known has Honey's Place). Nunn raptors did not disappoint ... surprise of the day? Swamp Sparrow found by Austin H at drainage crossing WCR 120 west of WCR 27. Two coyotes and 3-4

[cobirds] Great Egret/Woods Lake (Weld)

One frozen looking Great Egret at Woods Lake. Also, two Bald Eagles at Seeley Lake and Lesser Yellowlegs at Neuman's Lake. In Nunn, first Rough-legged Hawk seen. Two to six Lapland Longspurs along WCR 33 south of WCR 100 as well as along WCR 100 btw WCR 23 and 27. Also, Lappies SW corner

[cobirds] Raptor Alley/Nunn

- 2 I'll be resuming my monthly Raptor Alley trips next week -- http://coloradobirder.ning.com/events/nunn-guy-birding-raptor-alley-1. Thanks Gary Lefko, Nunn http://coloradobirder.ning.com/ Mobile: http://coloradobirder.ning.com/m -- You received this message because you are subscribed

[cobirds] Re: Swallow departures from northern Front Range in 2013

Just saw two Cliff Swallow this morning at Wellington SWA--hanging in there ... the majority disappeared probably a month ago. Our local Barn Swallows (3-6) were last seen about ten days ago. Thanks Gary Lefko, Nunn http://coloradobirder.ning.com/ Mobile: http://coloradobirder.ning.com/m On

[cobirds] Timnath Res @Lunch/Larimer

Gorgeous day ... Sabine's Gull (ad.) - 1 (probably from earlier group seen there) Say's Phoebe Western Kingbird Vesper Sparrow Ring-billed Gull (lots, many gulls in north pond/spit area, too far away from south shore) Great Blue Heron Wilson's Warbler - 2-3 American White Pelican Double-crested

[cobirds] Re: 33 state parks, wildlife areas closed until further notice

Map from my employer of Forest Service closures in NOCO ... http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/stelprdb5436205.pdf Thanks Gary Lefko, Nunn http://coloradobirder.ning.com/ Mobile: http://coloradobirder.ning.com/m On Monday, September 16, 2013 4:27:34 PM UTC-6, Alison Kondler wrote:

[cobirds] Sabine's Gulls/Timnath Reservoir

Windsor Lake was dead... Timnath Reservoir LOTS of usuals and expanded parking area for boaters (with boat launch). They used to boat on it so its not anything new--except birders have access to same area now ... :-) Sabine's Gull - 2 (striking adults flying (easy to pick out) around west

[cobirds] Vireo/Poudre River Trail (Greeley)

Found a Cassin's Vireo, I presume (going with probability)--got one profile glimpse of the bird. Located on trail between Island Grove and 25th Ave about midway before bridge. Also, another Black-and-White Warbler for a total of 31 species. Over at 35th Ave gravel ponds--3 Mute Swans and

[cobirds] Black-and-White Warbler/Crow Valley Campground

At Crow Valley this morning Black-and-White Warbler MacGillvray's Warbler Yellow-rumped Warbler Wilson's Warbler Yellow-breasted Chat Ton of Western Wood-Pewees About 8 other species Thanks Gary Lefko, Nunn http://coloradobirder.ning.com/ Mobile: http://coloradobirder.ning.com/m --

[cobirds] Mini-yard Fallout This AM/Nunn

Birds are on the move up here ... Wilson's Warbler 3-4 (two days) Brown Thrasher Lark Sparrow - 7 (been around a week now) Blue Grosbeak - 2 Loggerhead Shrike - 2 Thanks Gary Lefko, Nunn http://coloradobirder.ning.com Mobile: http://coloradobirder.ning.com/m -- You received this message

[cobirds] Late Report: Upland Sandpiper/Weld

Stephanie photoed an Upland Sandpiper along Pawnee Birding Driving Tour, two weeks ago though. Still nice to hear about ... :-) http://coloradobirder.ning.com/photo/image-16 Thanks Gary Lefko, Nunn http://coloradobirder.ning.com/ Mobile: http://coloradobirder.ning.com/m -- You received this

[cobirds] New Yard Bird/Nunn

We had a female Blackburnian Warbler (#117)--good look, right outside kitchen window in crabapple--in yard Sunday morning. There was a second warbler in tow could have been the male (only had a fleeting glimpse)--sparrows ran them out of yard.

[cobirds] Ever See a Great Horned Owl Play Tennis?

Theo B took these amusing photos ... http://coloradobirder.ning.com/photo/dunlop-it-s-what-s-for-supper http://coloradobirder.ning.com/photo/i-think-this-is-giving-me-tennisowlbow Thanks Gary Lefko, Nunn http:/coloradobirder.ning.com/ Mobile: http:/coloradobirder.ning.com/m -- You received

[cobirds] Central Weld County

WCR 114/Hwy 85 (traditional Chestnut-collared location requires a USDA/ARS permit to enter) Longspurs - 0 Sage Thrasher Mourning Dove Lark Sparrows Horned Larks Western Kingbirds American Kestrel Western Meadowlarks Lark Buntings--I saw large flocks everywhere Red-tailed hawk Swainson's Hawk

[cobirds] Re: FYI: Possible Mississippi Kites @ Glenmere Park/Weld

29, 2013 1:29:45 PM UTC-6, The Nunn Guy wrote: Hi all Just received an email from Dan E. at Greeley Tribune who received kite(s) report from Michael K at Univ of No Colorado: Hi Gary, Michael K, a bird watcher, reported some Mississippi Kites in the Glenmere Park area. He believes

[cobirds] Re: NE Colorado Today

That Snow Goose has been at Glenmere Parl since fall. Injury?? Thanks Gary Lefko, Nunn http://coloradobirder.ning.com/ Mobile: http://coloradobirder.ning.com/m On Wednesday, July 31, 2013 9:35:00 PM UTC-6, Steven Mlodinow wrote: Greetings All Nick Moore and I wandered about Weld, Logan,

[cobirds] Re: FYI: Possible Mississippi Kites @ Glenmere Park/Weld

More details from Mike K--single kite was seen 7/29/2013 above Glenmere Park and UNC Campus-area in Greeley. Thanks Gary Lefko, Nunn http://coloradobirder.ning.com/ Mobile: http://coloradobirder.ning.com/m On Monday, July 29, 2013 1:29:45 PM UTC-6, The Nunn Guy wrote: Hi all Just received

[cobirds] Re: Henry and Meredith Closure

How and what can Colorado birders and Colorado birding and conservation organizations do to increase DNR awareness of wildlife viewers, wildlife viewing opportunities and impacts of closures due to water-level (and other) safety concerns? I am assuming they see the various reports showing the

[cobirds] FYI: Possible Mississippi Kites @ Glenmere Park/Weld

Hi all Just received an email from Dan E. at Greeley Tribune who received kite(s) report from Michael K at Univ of No Colorado: Hi Gary, Michael K, a bird watcher, reported some Mississippi Kites in the Glenmere Park area. He believes they are nesting there now. Is that unusual? Thought you

[cobirds] Bird ID?

http://coloradobirder.ning.com/photo/bird-a?context=latest http://coloradobirder.ning.com/photo/bird-b?context=latest http://coloradobirder.ning.com/photo/bird-c?context=latest http://coloradobirder.ning.com/photo/bird-d?context=latest Almost looks like towhee x magpie ... :-) Thanks Gary Lefko,

[cobirds] Re: FYI: Possible Mississippi Kites @ Glenmere Park/Weld

-6, The Nunn Guy wrote: Hi all Just received an email from Dan E. at Greeley Tribune who received kite(s) report from Michael K at Univ of No Colorado: Hi Gary, Michael K, a bird watcher, reported some Mississippi Kites in the Glenmere Park area. He believes they are nesting there now

Re: [cobirds] Re: Bird ID?

Denver--David Menough of Wild Birds Unlimited. Gary On Monday, July 29, 2013 4:37:22 PM UTC-6, Nick Komar wrote: Gary and David, See this website (http://www.photoplus.ws/menu/animals_birds2/wrshama.php) and the photo on the bottom left. I have seen this species (White-rumped

[cobirds] Weld CR 124/Weld

Traveled around north Weld County -- western Pawnee NG. Along Hwy 392 south of Cornish noticed the Galeton Reservoir (can't see it) must be large there is a sign for water ski club and I noticed over a dozen RVs on top of the berm. Makes you wonder what birds hang out there. Loggerhead

[cobirds] New Yard Bird/Nunn

Two Common Yellowthroats (#116) this morning feeding in our backyard Rabbitbrush-area. Also, of note, irregular visitors: Blue Grosbeak - pair Downy Woodpecker male Badger - 3rd (GIANT!) badger in four years--checked out our Tuff shed-area and then moved on. The previous badger pair dug a

[cobirds] Re: RFI: Marsh Wren

On Thursday, July 11, 2013 10:25:30 AM UTC-6, John Jones wrote: Hello all, I have a friend coming to town and we were planning on doing some birding. She is interested in finding a Marsh Wren as we have the western version here. I am unsure where a good site for this species is. We are

[cobirds] Re: RFI: Marsh Wren

Hi John If you strike out in those counties Latham Reservoir marsh/Weld along Weld CR 48 (south of reservoir) is can't miss--at least for hearing, good luck seeing the buggers! :-) Thanks Gary Lefko, Nunn http://coloradobirder.ning.com/ Mobile: http://coloradobirder.ning.com/m On Thursday,

[cobirds] Nunn BBS Route/Weld

Total of 37 species. New to BBS Route: Northern Harrier, Vesper Sparrow. Mammals (photos posted later today) seen: Pronghorn kid sleeping right on the road; a Fox unsure of species (looking at IDs) Swainson's Hawk Golden Eagle Killdeer Loggerhead Shrike Cassin's Sparrow Rock Pigeon

[cobirds] New Yard Bird/Nunn

Lesser Goldfinch pair (Black-backed) #116 Yard description and complete bird list here: http://coloradobirder.ning.com/notes/My_Yard_Birds Thanks Gary Lefko, Nunn http://coloradobirder.ning.com/ Mobile: http://coloradobirder.ning.com/m -- You received this message because you are subscribed

Re: [cobirds] Norma Erickson Weld county North of Greeley

Hi Norma Saw your goldfinch article in Tribune-unfortunately can't find the story online to share? Thansk Gary On Friday, May 7, 2010 9:09:33 PM UTC-6, Norma wrote: It was a red letter day in the yard today. 16 species of migrating birds besides the residents. Yellow Warbler

[cobirds] Re: Great Blue Heron hunting prairie dogs??, Boulder County

In Florida I got a photo of Great Blue Heron with Common Moorhen in bill. Thanks Gary Lefko, Nunn http://coloradobirder.ning.com Mobile: http://coloradobirder.ning.com/m On Jun 18, 11:23 pm, Deborah Carstensen fiddlen...@aol.com wrote: Okay, so this observation is a little different. A couple

[cobirds] Re: Licensed wild bird rehabbers on the front range

Is there a single (definitive) resource (URL) out there for CO wildlife rehabbers? Thanks Gary Lefko, Nunn http://coloradobirder.ning.com/ Mobile: http://coloradobirder.ning.com/m On Jun 11, 2:40 pm, G Kratz gail.kr...@gmail.com wrote: For even further clarification, for raptor species there

[cobirds] How to Access This Property

Hi all I talked with my USDA counterparts about the proper way to request access to Highway 85/Weld CR 114 southeast corner property--a traditional Chestnut-collared Longspur location ... usually seen by walking to windmill in the distance. Here's the instructions I received: 1. It is

[cobirds] Red-headed Woodpecker/Nunn

Saw a lovely Red-headed Woodpecker this morning in Nunn Woods (WCR 108/Hwy 85 SW corner). Thanks Gary Lefko, Nunn http://coloradobirder.ning.com/ (77 June birding events) Mobile: http://coloradobirder.ning.com/m -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

[cobirds] New Yard Birds and Other Goodies/Weld

-necked Phalarope - 20 Forster's Tern Savannah Sparrow A story you won't believe ... I ran into three birding nuns on my Latham journey -- The Nunn guy meets birding nuns -- The nuns were looking for ... wait for it ... Hudsonian Godwit Crom Lake Red-necked Phalarope Whimbrel Nunn Woods (SW

[cobirds] Black-bellied Plover at Crom Lake/Weld

I went out plover hunting early this morning-struck out on my selected route (older breeding route). I'll be checking the other routes soon. Lots of longspurs though (95% McCown's) and other prairie usuals. At Crom Lake nice looking Black-bellied Plover along with: Wilson's Phalarope - 13

[cobirds] Convention Question

Does CFO have/share economic impact of each convention with birders and local state media? We know birding makes an economic impact. I assume the CFO Board selects the convention site--with that-- wouldn't it be great for local Colorado communities--through public outreach--bid (no monies) to

[cobirds] Re: the snake report - Boulder CO

Hi John 7-inch Prairie Rattler, Nunn driveway ... :-) Thanks Gary Lefko, Nunn http://coloradobirder.ning.com/ Mobile: http://coloradobirder.ning.com/m On May 16, 9:09 pm, JohnT j.eclec...@att.net wrote: Cobirds:               This does indeed relate to birds.  Read on These are over

[cobirds] New Birding Site: Staunton State Park

http://www.parks.state.co.us/parks/staunton/Pages/Staunton.aspx Thanks Gary Lefko, Nunn http://coloradobirder.ning.com/ Mobile: http://coloradobirder.ning.com/m -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Colorado Birds group. To unsubscribe from this group

[cobirds] 87 Species/Nunn to Latham

Highlights: Lark Bunting Savannah Sparrow - WCR 33/98 (Nunn) Black-necked Stilt - Crom Lake, Latham Marsh Ruddy Duck - Crom Lake Bufflehead - Crom Lake. Woods Lake Great-tailed Grackle - numerous Latham Marsh, Drake Lake Golden Eagle and eaglets Marsh Wren Redhead Snowy Egret Bullock's Oriole -

[cobirds] Semipalmated Plover/Weld

Went by Crom Lake on way into work ... Semipalmated Plover (1) -- could be last one I reported I suppose Willet (1) Lesser Yellowlegs (2) Marbled Godwit (3) Long-billed Dowitcher (6) American Avocet (7) Great-tailed Grackle (2) Thanks Gary Lefko, Nunn http://coloradobirder.ning.com/ Mobile:

[cobirds] Birding by Bike/Greeley Poudre Trail

Total of 56 species from Island Grove to 35th Ave Highlights: Yellow-rumped Warbler - lots Cliff Swallow - they are back Say's Phoebe - 2 Orange-crowned Warbler Chipping Sparrows Loggerhead Shrikes Osprey--is there an Osprey nest in Greeley-area?? Long-billed Dowitcher - 8 Forster's Tern Western

[cobirds] Sparrow Morning/Nunn

Lark (5); Brewer's (2); Vesper (3); White-crowned (7); Chipping (5) Sparrows; Dark-eyed Junco (2) Gray Catbird Sage Thrasher Thanks Gary Lefko, Nunn http://coloradobirder.ning.com/ Mobile: http://coloradobirder.ning.com/m -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[cobirds] Re: Yet another Townsend's Warbler Summer Tanager 5/2

There is ... In my yard in NE Ft. Collins, I've seem 50-100 Chipping Sparrows and one Hermit Thrush (second hand report) Thanks Gary Lefko, Nunn http://coloradobirder.ning.com/ Mobile: http://coloradobirder.ning.com/m On May 2, 8:58 pm, Brandon K. Percival bkperci...@yahoo.com wrote: At 7pm

[cobirds] Re: Yet another Townsend's Warbler Summer Tanager 5/2

My bad-thought I saw Hermit Thrush ... :-( Thanks Gary Lefko, Nunn http://coloradobirder.ning.com/ Mobile: http://coloradobirder.ning.com/m On May 3, 12:21 pm, The \Nunn Guy\ lefk...@yahoo.com wrote: There is ... In my yard in NE Ft. Collins, I've seem 50-100 Chipping Sparrows and one Hermit

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