[cobirds] high flyers over central Bldr Cnty

Carol's note about eagles over Stearns reminded me that I never sent out my own eagle obs. - much to do (not shopping) on Black Friday! La voila: Don't you love it when the weather reports are wrong in exactly the right direction? Instead of 0 and windy on Thanksgiving Day, we had 35 and barely

[cobirds] snow geese over central Bldr Cnty

What a lovely week we've had-- but those slowpoke bluebirds still have not reached our level in CO yet, at least not that I've found. However two snow geese overflew our house yesterday morning; can't wait for the next wave. Must have missed the cranes. Meadowlarks are singing in the snow today.

[cobirds] central upper Bldr Cnty: bluebirds, osprey etc

Hi folks-- Two mature bald eagles have been in the general vicinity of Lagerman Res for over 3 weeks now. I am curious whether they are nesting anywhere nearby. Does anyone know (BCNA raptor watchers)? Seems like the new nests I know of are all pretty far away from this particular area (more than

[cobirds] rock wren; spring schedules, etc

I enjoy my little spring avian schedule, and it is always satisfying when the bird arrivals stick to my expectations. They are not very precise however, but that keeps me on my toes. I like the bluebirds to arrive with the geese and ducks (and this year, they did, although a little later than I

[cobirds] snipe taking cue from ducks, Bldr Cnty

Our woodworking birder friend, driving in to our house this morning, clearly saw a common/Wilson's snipe in the duck yard of our neighborhood, looking perplexed. I guess it was thinking that ducks and water usually go together, and yet here was a band of know-nothings hanging around a barren

[cobirds] Say's phoebe, Bldr Cnty - and 6th County eagle nest

I know I am revealing that I am a sentimental fool and subject to stretching coincidences. Nevertheless, this makes me happy, so I persist. As you know, I've been longing for the Say's phoebes to return. Yesterday, during the brief midday spring, we were having lunch on our deck with two workmen

[cobirds] Lagerman Res area, Boulder Cnty

to the tried and true (but slightly strange) rebuilt platform. There was also an immature RT hawk and an active harrier in the area, but no sign of the local bald eagle pair. Linda Andes-Georges North of Haystack, east of Table Mtn. -- You received this message because you are subscribed

[cobirds] FOS sav. sparrow, TVs and sandhill cranes, central Bldr Cnty

Hi, spring watchers-- First of season savanna sparrow in and turkey vultures over our yard yesterday; as well as (on Monday) 15 sandhill cranes flying arrow-straight toward the Medecine Bows--and beyond. I am in a Congress-style squabble over the ledges on the house, reserved for swallows and

[cobirds] central Bldr Cnty bird activities

County ag lands are waking up. Elena Klaver and I took a first round of our BU owl transect route on the AHI/turkey farm assignment and found all the early spring arrivals, with the following little highlights: --golden coyote, asleep in the late afternoon sun. --bald eagle, probably one of the

[cobirds] attention Tina: finally got one of your Blk Chinned guests

Boulder County (central)-- Glancing out kitchen window at drenched landscape, thought to myself that one of the yard-wrens was becoming exceedingly speedy; then noticed it was a hummer. Poor little guy; so glad I set out a feeder in case of an unexpected guest. I rarely get them in spring (I'm 4

[cobirds] central Boulder sparrow fallout, and foothills canyons

HI, folks, Sudden fallout of sparrows in our backyard; mixed flock of hundreds. I'd guess about 300 in the wink of an eye, mostly white-crowned, Brewer's, chipping. Gregory Canyon was gloomy but interesting this morning, with all usual suspects (including my FOY plumbeous vireo, black-headed

[cobirds] special field trip adventures in Boulder-- contact off-line

Howdy all-- Boulder County Audubon is again doing their species-of-concern field trips with catered picnics and highly capable leaders-- as a fundraiser. Please contact me if you'd like details on these trips. You won't have a more pleasant adventure all summer-- and many of these trips are

[cobirds] red-eyed vireo, cntrl Bldr Cnty

Amazingly punctual, those birds. Just heard a red-eyed vireo singing outside. Last year had one on this exact same date. I bet it was heading for Pella Ponds, which is the next place I'll hear/see one. Linda Between Haystack Potato, foothills plains -- You received this message because you

[cobirds] downloading birdsong recordings

Hello, all-- A little help needed: I'm wondering what are some CObirders' favorite websites on the Net for downloading birdsong recordings? I need to flesh out my Nano collection a bit. So many of the recordings on my CDs are limited in variation, or in locale. There are great places to listen

[cobirds] birdsong recording sites

Thanks to all for responding so nobly to my plea for downloading sites for birdsong/calls. The most popular recommendation was the xeno-canto site (which I did not realize I could copy from); Macaulay is also highly regarded. For southwestern birds, one idea was azfo.org. I can't wait to try

[cobirds] Red headed wdpkr, central Bldr Cnty

Hi folks-- Pam Piombino asks me to post that she just saw this lovely beastie in the vicinity of E. 59th St and Hygiene Rd in north central Boulder County. It was on the south side 20 minutes ago. I had a juvie in the yard last fall, so I wish someone would find out where these very uncommon

[cobirds] on birds and blips

Hi y'all- Jeff Jones's interesting notes on how this year's arrival schedule differs from the norm in his personal observations caught my eye. It's always fun to speculate. I just wanted to add this odd note to his collection, from the southern perspective: We just returned from Atlas block

[cobirds] flammulated owl trip, openings

Hello, explorers-- Due to some cancellations, I still have some room on fundraising (BC Audubon) flammulated owl trip this coming Tues. evening. It involves a short but partly steep hike, and we supply a full picnic at dusk. Wildflowers are already lovely in this fairly wild little old canyon.

[cobirds] Wanted: Boulder Cnty sleuth

Going out for a walk this morning, I heard--over the pounding music on my Ipod--a great indigo on the corner of Prospect and Ouray near our personal habitat. But I also heard an intriguing, fairly loud song that reminded me of mockingbird or catbird noises only this singer only performed a version

[cobirds] rice birds, Bldr Cnty

Hi all-- Just thought I'd note, as I roam around trying to get fit on a bike for the umpteenth time this year, that there are bobolinks all over the place, often in fields where I've never seen/heard them before. It's wonderful! I guess that this is due to all the moisture. But then I see the

[cobirds] more dickcissels, Bldr Cnty (or same?)

Not sure if these are dispersing or have been reported before: Two singing males, St Vrain Rd about 50 yds east of N 65th St in Boulder County. Linda Central Boulder County -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Colorado Birds group. To post to this

[cobirds] seeking informal guide

Hello folks-- If anyone would like to spend time with a nice gentleman from Georgia (Sandy, here to do the Longmont Tour de Cure for the American Diabetes Assn), this Birdingpal needs a local guide on Friday afternoon 8/19 and Sunday morning 8/21. He is looking for the western birds, especially

[cobirds] J.J. Audubon exhibit in Longmont: a related question

Hi, birder friends-- During a visit to the Longmont Museum this week, Sandra Laursen and I were pleasantly surprised at the quality of the prints and the lighting and labeling presentation. But one thing puzzled us: the labels of the prints often referenced a specific page in an unspecified

[cobirds] beginning show collection of bird photos: help!

Dear CObirders-- I am beginning to collect photos for a presentation on birds which BCAS (Boulder County Audubon) will use mostly for small groups who ask us to give a talk (always for free. although I think they usually let us put out a collection hat!) I'm hoping to set the photos to music for

[cobirds] listserv minor frustration

owls are back also. Saw mine this week for the first time this winter. --to all: a lady near Mead has had a hooded warbler at her house, as well as black-headed grosbeak. She sent photos. Linda Andes-Georges Central Boulder County, rolling plains

[cobirds] Gregory Canyon, Boulder: no rareties yet

Hi again-- I rejoice that I've had two good hikes in about 4 days. Tried the Gregory Canyon option this morning since it was so beautiful out. The chats, tanagers (nope: no scarlet!), Virginia's warblers (4 squabbling over a small sunny hillside), RC kinglets and a few YR warblers, hummers, and

[cobirds] foothills riparian trails, Bldr Mtn Parks

Hello folks-- I wanted to hike and bird this morning, so while all the interesting fun was occurring at Walden, I had a more meditative outing. Echoing Walter S's finds to some degree, I found about a dozen orange crowned warblers working the shrubs on the lower (road) portion of the trail,

[cobirds] Greg Cnyn, Bldr: no sc tngr but poss KE wrbler

Hi folks-- We were disappointed not to see the Big Red Guy early this morning, but had what I think was a Kentucky warbler skulking in the bathroom area of Gregory Canyon trailhead today. I got one quick look, and heard about 6 songs, none of which sounded like the recordings. The song quality

[cobirds] Caro wren? or Kent warbler? Bldr Rez beach house

Hi folks-- Statistically, it is not probable that I would find two Kentucky warblers in one year, but I confess that I am not confident I can distinguish their song from Carolina wrens, given the differences for individuals (and my lack of practice). The habitat would seem very odd to me for the

[cobirds] NO caro wren evident at Bldr Res beach hs today

Hello, CObirders -- I went back to the Reservoir today to seek the elusive triplet-singer and could not find it (let's call it my Tanager Luck = bad!). I hung around for quite a while, whistling ascending triplets till red in the face, but nada. It's gone. I'm fairly persuaded it was a

[cobirds] central Bldr Cnty: cranes here too

It is reassuring to pick up my copy of the CObirds digest and find my sightings validated, either specifically or by trend. Thanks to all for faithful reporting, even if sightings don't seem especially unusual to you. I was clearing spots to scatter a little seed this morning (temp.: 18 F.) when

[cobirds] appreciation day re Snowy owl and all the rest

Dear CObirders-- I must be the only one in the network who has not gone to see the snowy owl, but have enjoyed your discussion and the photos tremendously. I just wanted to add this note of appreciation: I think that this is the first time I've ever seen a series of reminders of birding etiquette

[cobirds] taking precautions

Hello, friends-- Annually I try to remind folks that a wildlife-friendly state option exists that I personally think is worth the $10. The annual habitat stamp can be purchased here (site below), or at McGuckins' or other fieldstream type stores. But I think online is pretty simple.

[cobirds] horrible songster, and White Rks Trl birds, Boulder

Hi folks-- Surely I am not the only one with cabin fever these days. I ventured out on the extremely icy (and then muddy) White Rocks trail (off Valmont east) to see whether there were any critters about. It was slippery, cold dull until the kingfishers started putting on a show (at least 3,

[cobirds] bluebirds, Bldr Val Ranch, Bldr Co

Hi folks-- Bev Baker and I were both out hunting a bluebird fix today in different locations; she was successful at the Boulder Valley Ranch complex where she found a half dozen spiffy males. I on the other hand found extremely muddy trails, still, at Rabbit Mtn. There were a handful of bushtits

[cobirds] typical whimbrel year-trip

Folks who enjoy epic migration stories, or even, as in this case, a normal but impressive migration story, are welcome to google eastern shore news hope whimbrel or email me for a copy of an item about Hope the whimbrel. She was fitted with a 9g satellite device and virtually followed around for a

[cobirds] Boulder foothills tidbits

Hi, folks-- I've started doing my eco-steward area checks, although in spots the foothills trails are still very muddy, and require indifference to shoe appearance. Today I hiked the Picture Rock Trail south of Lyons (on Heil Ranch). Almost all the expected birds are in place, a few on territory

[cobirds] spring inches north four miles, central Boulder (oriole, laz bunting, etc)

Hello, spring watchers-- Again it is fun to hear (alas, one day late) your reports of what is heading my way. Just as Walter Sz was describing what he was seeing at Twin Lakes, I was finding similar species exactly 4 miles north of him ( his kids), in our yard. Today, after reading Christian N's

[cobirds] mountain stream: red-breasted mergs

Sorry, I should have clarified in note I just sent. I meant RB mergs, and I just listened to them on Cornell. I think this was the beast. (Both Bev and I knew it was not a quacky duck but a rather croaky duck). Linda -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

[cobirds] Boulder tidbits, south foothills

HI, folks-- I'm having a ton of fun, and feel lucky to be able to do all these counts... Adding to Paula's note about South Boulder arrivals, the catbirds and blue grosbeaks are in place again. Since gray flycatchers are trendy this year, one of those was down there too. And much more, as they

[cobirds] Bldr Cnty Audubon's special field trips--fundraiser

Hi, CObirders-- Please email me for details on our spring and summer special field trips (places and species that we are proud of and concerned about, with scrumptious delicacies and sparkly drinks--NO, not soda pop!--included). Forgive the commercial. Thanks, Linda G -- You received this

[cobirds] a timely appearance: com. nighthawk Tues pm, Bldr

During the Boulder Audubon meeting on Tues. evening, when I ducked outside for a quiet catch-up with a friend, a common nighthawk flew over, vigorously croaking. A timely entrée en scene -- my FOS bird; I loved it. I also finally found bobolinks in the usual places in S. Boulder, no thanks to

[cobirds] SA phoebe bonanza; and strange hummer

Dear friends-- Our yard has been hopping with fledglings (HO finches, BC chicks, Am robins, hs wrens, tree swallows; also both goldfinches, bluejay, wb nuthatch, blue grosbk downy wodpker spillover fr other yards) but the grand finale, for me, was a bunch (I suppose 2nd brood) of Say's phoebes

[cobirds] fire birds

I had the same thought as Todd D, seeing a common nighthawk swoop over our yard Monday afternoon as the smoke clouds were roiling up (hadn't seen a CoNi here for weeks): have others noticed possible displacements from the foothills? Of course, this would all be pure speculation: I saw two CONIs

[cobirds] cntrl Boulder Cnty, late posting of RH woodpecker

Bill and Norma's descriptions of their birdy Saturday counts, when it was so misty and drizzly down here, reminded me that I forgot to post this yard oddity: on our almost treeless acre (2 cottonless cottonwoods and 3 basswoods that the birds generally do not like much; 4 mature Austrian pines

[cobirds] sandhills over central county

What can one do when one hears the sound? Feel instant joy and rush to CObirds to share it. 7 sandhill cranes, headed toward you-all in Boulder/Golden. Linda G. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Colorado Birds group. To post to this group, send email

[cobirds] Bldr Cnty: grosbeaks stewardship areas

have to say, I'm finally getting interested in plants, weeds, butterflies other fauna thanks to this idea of Steve Jones. Happy summer, happy hunting. Linda Andes-Georges Central Boulder County -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Colorado Birds group

[cobirds] Boulder County hummingbird rhythm

after that with, I suspect, a few female calliopes. Today a beautiful male Calliope. I haven't had time to check on the feeders much, but this gives me a glimpse of what's going on. Linda Andes-Georges central Boulder Cnty -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[cobirds] hummingbird parade

was what. Has this diversity been typical for other CObirders this year? I believe I still have a rufous in the yard; I hear it choppity-chopping around and it scares all the other birds away from the feeders with great efficiency. Linda Andes-Georges Near Haystack Mtn, central Bldr Cnty -- You

[cobirds] cranes over Colorado: listen!

in her neighborhood near St. Vrain Rd. My heart flies up too, when I see them, as well as my best wishes for a safe and hunterless journey towards San Luis Valley, Texas or other destinations. Linda Andes-Georges Central Boulder Cnty just east of Table Mtn Fed. facility -- You received

[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

[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, 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] 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] 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] 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] 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] 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] 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] 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] 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] 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] 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] 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] 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] 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] 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] 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] 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] 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] 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] 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] 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] 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] 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] 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] 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] 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] 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] 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] 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] 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] 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] 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] 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] 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] 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] 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] 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] 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] 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] 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] 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

[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]

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