[mou-net] BBS Route, Blue Grosbeak

-year bird! Jim, my abundant thanks! Al Schirmacher Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] North Dakota trip

-billed Curlew proving elusive so far. Good birding to all! Al Schirmacher Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Western ND

Western Wood-Pewee Brewer's Sparrow Baird's Sparrow Violet-green Swallow Also joy to watch pronghorns and mule deer. Teddy Roosevelt National Park is breathtaking. Good birding to all (and I heartily recommend this trip!). Al Schirmacher Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin

[mou-net] Final western ND observations

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[mou-net] LeConte's

Single LeConte's Sparrow, Mille Lacs Wildlife Area, southern entrance road, first field on west side, north side of that field. Have had them along the southern side of this road in past years, initially posted by Herb Dingmann. Heard only. Beautiful day to be out! Al Schirmacher Join

[mou-net] Mille Lacs

Wieland - which has to be very near the southern edge of it's MN breeding range - kept me from withdrawal. For butterfly fans, the WMA road has hundreds. Good mid-summer birding to all. Al Schirmacher Princeton, MN Mille Lacs County Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa

[mou-net] Warbler Survey

be Sherburne NWR, Kathio, Hennepin (and perhaps Aitkin CR 18, would have to dig for the details) - and, not a chance, only have seven, no trees. Should there be sufficient response, will be happy to correlate post (maintaining anonymity). Good birding to all! Al Schirmacher Join or Leave mou

[mou-net] Warbler migration locations

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[mou-net] Birding Documentation (bit long)

rarities. Rarities need to be shared. Posting alone is not enough. After avoiding documentation for a period of time, one needs to return, even if it does play to a weakness. (What, you were expecting a five step solution plan? Hah! Still working that out.:)) Al Schirmacher Join

[mou-net] Identification

thoughts? Al Schirmacher Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Rarities

(formerly moorhen) on Sherburne NWR's auto tour before noon today. Listened to watched numerous ones last week at Horicon in central WI. Good birding to all! Al Schirmacher Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou

[mou-net] Best Bird While Not Birding?

been others. You? Al Schirmacher Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Clay-colored Sparrow Aberration

if it was a juvenile:) Al Schirmacher Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Kathio State Park

Birded Kathio (Mille Lacs County) this morning - 10 warbler species (14-15 nest) - Golden-winged everywhere - surprised by Lawrence's backcross male in one group - also found a little north of normal Blue-gray Gnatcatcher. Gorgeous day for birding, bugs insignificant. Al Schirmacher Join

[mou-net] Chukars

So, how long do we need to wait - after they've developed an established breeding population - before we can count them:) Al Schirmacher Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Changes in MN Birding

, for this field guide. Al Schirmacher Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Mille Lacs Trip 8/27

on fall warblers passerines. We can register three or four more participants. Please respond to this email address with questions or changes. Thanks! Al Schirmacher Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Sherburne NWR Warblers

by smaller winged creatures. Please do not expect warblers/passerines to be in their finest dress! Trip will end around 12:30. Good birding! Al Schirmacher Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Sparrows

Harris's, White-crowned, Lincoln's among usual late September residents visitors on Blue Hill Trail, Sherburne Refuge. Al Schirmacher Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] 10/15 MOU Mille Lacs trip cancelled

Lacs. Have a great birding weekend, everyone. Al Schirmacher Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Sparrows

10 sparrows on Blue Hill Trail, Sherburne Refuge, including Harris's, White-crowned, Lincoln's, late Savannah. Four warblers. Late female Indigo Bunting. Al Schirmacher Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou

[mou-net] Saturday MOU Trip Cancellation Reminder

Just a reminder, Saturday's MOU trip to Mille Lacs has been cancelled due to construction, high water new fencing. Thanks! Al Schirmacher Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Kunkel WMA

Late grosbeak, first Rough-legged of fall, two Harris' Sparrows at Kunkel WMA, southern Mille Lacs County, off 95 on Saturday afternoon. Al Schirmacher Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Redpoll

Haven't seen other reports, but sure sounded like a redpoll calling overhead in Princeton yesterday Al Schirmacher Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Note to county birders

trail through the gate/large sign to the ponds. Be aware that viewing must occur outside the fencing. At least one Cackler was also present. Al Schirmacher Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Milaca Sewage Ponds update

Yesterday afternoon, according to various sources, both a Ross' Snow Goose were present on the ponds, along with numerous Cackling. This morning the ponds were relatively empty, but a city truck and worker were present. An American Pipit called briefly. Good birding to all. Al Schirmacher

[mou-net] Sharing Locations

% stressing/fatalities is an unrealistic goal, as it is in much of life. At this point in time I still lean towards sharing, but I'm also hearing people like Bob Mike. Just a few thoughts, obviously not all in one direction. Al Schirmacher Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin

[mou-net] WW Scoter

White-winged Scoter, Mille Lacs Lake, southwest side, pulloff across from Hillcrest house. Al Schirmacher Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Rarities

The recent rash of Midwestern rarities drives the question, what percentage of rarities are seen by birders? Does the presence of a Vermillion Flycatcher mean that ten are in the Midwest? How would one answer such a question? Al Schirmacher Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi

[mou-net] Camera

After 18 years of birding, I am contemplating breaking down and purchasing/carrying a camera. At the very least, it may make rarity documentation easier:) As a pastor, keeping this purchase inexpensive is important. Any thoughts? Al Schirmacher Join or Leave mou-net: http

[mou-net] Camera

Thanks everyone! Al Schirmacher Princeton, MN Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Aitkin

in the flock, Boreals near tail end (but good looks). Crossbills were all along snowmobile trail. Missed Cindy's Snowy Owl near McGregor. Al Schirmacher Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Unusual Gull

At the Wealthwood boat access, scoped a gull that appeared somewhat larger than area Boni's, dark underwing (not as dark as top of wing), white front edge (not trailing), white tail. I'm confused. Thoughts? Al Schirmacher Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou

[mou-net] White-winged Crossbills

White-winged Crossbills, Blue Hill Trail, Sherburne NWR, conifer section. Al Schirmacher Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Black Scoter

Female Black Scoter, Mille Lacs Lake, Wealthwood pulloff, Aitkin County. Missed Snowy Owl, Aitkin 54 169. Ironically, while searching for the owl, received report of a possible snowy in Princeton (4 miles from home). Al Schirmacher Princeton, MN Join or Leave mou-net: http

[mou-net] Mille Lacs birding

at the Wealthwood location; numerous Tundra Swans; Bald Eagles everywhere. Al Schirmacher Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Three Townsend's Solitaires

: Bohemians, Crossbills, BB Woodpeckers, Grosbeaks, etc. Believe this is the 8th consecutive year for Solitaires. Al Schirmacher Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Milaca Hiking Trails

Ruffed Grouse, Common Ravens on an otherwise quiet morning on Milaca Hiking Trails. Most water frozen. I mention the ravens due to the fact that they are rarely seen in between Sherburne Refuge Kathio State Park (45-50 mile gap) both common areas for them. Al Schirmacher Join or Leave

[mou-net] Mille Lacs Lake

for 4 chasing snows this late fall, considering waiting in my yard as next strategy.:) Al Schirmacher Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] White-winged Crossbills

Small flock of WW Crossbills present, Blue Hill Trail, Sherburne Refuge, conifer section, this morning. Al Schirmacher Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Sharing

minutes away - a year ago. We realize there are risks, but the rewards far outstrip them. IMHO Al Schirmacher Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] GWGU I'D suggestion

- and I'll post it for you. Just a suggestion to help bring clarity. Have had good luck over the years with that group. Al Schirmacher Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Red Crossbill, Ann Lake, Sherburne

Red Crossbill, Ann Lake/Sand Dunes, Sherburne County this morning. Ruffed Grouse, numbers of Redpolls, Rough-legged Hawk as well. Did not relocate the Solitaire this morning, nor were any Bohemians present in the flock of waxwings. Al Schirmacher Princeton, MN Join or Leave mou-net: http

[mou-net] WW Crossbills, Sherburne NWR

White-winged Crossbills, Golden-crowned Kinglets, Blue Hill Trail, Sherburne NWR, conifer section; both very active flocks this morning. Any updates on Glaucous-winged in Duluth? Thanks! Al Schirmacher Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu

[mou-net] Touch of Spring in Mille Lacs County

was not definitive - and a female pheasant is much more likely - but the tippy, chunky shorebird flight (only briefly seen) has me wondering. For now, I'm presuming pheasant. Good birding to all. Al Schirmacher Princeton, MN Join or Leave mou-net

[mou-net] Duluth, Two Harbors

Glaucous-winged Gull present among seven species at Canal Park. Pine Grosbeaks, possible Hoary Redpoll in woods next to Two Harbors lighthouse. Would have loved a longer look, certainly lighter, less barring. On to Aitkin County, ninth try for Snowy this winter, bit snake bitten there. Al

[mou-net] February

Believe I've learned to enjoy birding 11 of 12 months here in my adopted home of Minnesota. But February Sax-Zim Aitkin County are my usual solutions to this rather slow month. Would be interested in how others approach it. Thanks! Al Schirmacher Princeton, MN Sent from my iPhone

[mou-net] Misidentification

Wonder what the field misidentification rate might be for the average birder? And where might the highest rates be? Gulls? Empids? Hybrids? Heard warblers? Certain humility needed in this area:) Al Schirmacher Princeton, MN Sent from my iPhone Join or Leave mou-net: http

[mou-net] Field Trips

:00-11:00 AM, meet at Sherburne Refuge's headquarters. No registration required. Field trip leader, Al Schirmacher. * MOU Sherburne Refuge Tour, Tuesday, May 15th. 7:30 AM, meet at Sherburne Refuge's Mahnomen trail. Trip limited to 20 registrants. Field trip leader, Al Schirmacher

[mou-net] Aitkin Snowy

Currently searching for Aitkin Snowy along 1 22 without success. Any favorite perches or areas? My thanks. Al Schirmacher Sent from my iPhone Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Hawk Owl Article

Nice article on hawk owls in the Minnesota Conservation Volunteer. Number of familiar MOU names referenced in the article! Good job, gentlemen. Now, if I could just find a wandering hawk owl in Mille Lacs County Al Schirmacher Princeton, MN Sent from my iPhone Join or Leave mou-net

[mou-net] Field trips

These two May field trips still have openings: * MOU Sherburne Refuge Tour, Tuesday, May 15th. 7:30 AM, meet at Sherburne Refuge's Mahnomen trail. Trip limited to 20 registrants. Field trip leader, Al Schirmacher. We will cover three trails (two hiking, one auto tour), emphasizing

[mou-net] Solitaire

Townsend's Solitaire, Ann Lake/Sand Dunes, Sherburne County. Off southern trail from first parking lot, farthest south deciduous trees. Has been inconsistent this winter. Al Schirmacher Princeton, MN Sent from my iPhone Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou

[mou-net] Aitkin

a good birding day or not!:) Al Schirmacher Princeton, MN Sent from my iPhone Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Geese

Ross' in Sherburne, one Mille Lacs over the same period. And I'm in the field 4-5 times per week. Feel free to nudge them north! Al Schirmacher Princeton Sent from my iPhone Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou

[mou-net] Sherburne NWR

Wilson's Snipe, Brewer's Blackbird among the spring returnees at Sherburne Refuge, Blue Hill Trail this morning. Al Schirmacher Princeton, MN Sent from my iPhone Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Mille Lacs

Fox Song Sparrows have arrived in southern Mille Lacs County (Kunkel WMA). Al Schirmacher Princeton, MN Sent from my iPhone Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Heads Up

Heads up, north country. Tundra flocks just passed over Milaca. Al Schirmacher Princeton, MN Sent from my iPhone Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Early

Surprised to have three RC Kinglets this morning at Sherburne Refuge - even more surprised to see no other state reports yet. How early are they? Al Schirmacher Princeton, MN Sent from my iPhone Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http

[mou-net] Loon, warbler

Common Loon last night, Zimmerman ponds along 169. YR Warbler, Mahnomen Trail, Sherburne NWR. Rusty Blackbird flyover, think third of season for this diminishing species. Turkeys, grouse, trumpeters providing background music. Al Schirmacher Princeton, MN Sent from my iPhone Join

[mou-net] Migration

As March wanes, am 10-30 species ahead of every year back to 2006; another piece of anecdotal evidence that migration is 1-2 weeks early. Al Schirmacher Princeton, MN Sent from my iPhone Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu

[mou-net] Warblers

Flocks of Yellow-rumpeds moving through Mille Lacs County. Both Kinglets as well. Al Schirmacher Princeton, MN Sent from my iPhone Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Field Trips

(nesters trip), meet at HQ, no sign up required. Thanks! Al Schirmacher Princeton, MN Sent from my iPhone Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Mille Lacs

Checked Mille Lacs Lake (west side), Lake Onamia environs this morning. 52 species, 13 ducks, only bird of note was a week early Bonaparte's at the Garrison pull off (north median date 4/13). Only a few loons, no grebes to speak of. Al Schirmacher Princeton, MN Join or Leave mou-net

[mou-net] Magnolia surprise

Early Magnolia Warbler amidst Yellow-rumped flock this morning, Sherburne Refuge, Blue Hill Trail, conifer section. 10 sparrows, including FOY Savannah. Red Admirals moving through strongly. GBTA. Al Schirmacher Princeton, MN Sent from my iPhone Join or Leave mou-net: http

[mou-net] Lesser Black-backed

I see frequent Midwest national reports of Lesser Black-backed Gulls, but rarely in Minnesota. Any ideas why that might be? Al Schirmacher Princeton Mille Lacs Sherburne Counties Sent from my iPhone Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http

[mou-net] Sherburne area sparrows

Grasshopper Clay-colored Sparrows have begun to return to the area. Al Schirmacher Princeton, MN Sent from my iPhone Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] LeConte's

LeConte's Sparrow singing on Prairie Wildlife Auto Tour, Sherburne Refuge, about 50 yards north of turn to prairie walk (can probably be heard from walk). Al Schirmacher Princeton, MN Sent from my iPhone Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http

[mou-net] It Begins, Sherburne Mille Lacs

Nine warblers amidst 14 year birds during two morning walks yesterday today. Keep the storms coming! Al Schirmacher Princeton, MN Sent from my iPhone Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] 15 warblers

Half way done with walks, but 15 warblers in Sherburne Refuge, most on Blue Hill Trail. Highlight was Cerulean. Al Schirmacher Princeton Sent from my iPhone Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] 16 warblers; Swainson's

16 warblers including Bay-breasted, Swainson's Thrush on Blue Hill Trail, Sherburne Refuge. Al Schirmacher Princeton, MN Sent from my iPhone Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] 15 warblers, Sherburne NWR

15 warblers on Blue Hill Mahnomen Trails, including FOY Blackburnian. 21 warblers total have moved in through. Never have been impressed by Catbird's mimic ability, but one did a credible OS Flycatcher four times this morning. Al Schirmacher Princeton, MN Sent from my iPhone Join

[mou-net] Inquiry

relatively well - but other directions recommendations would be helpful. Thanks! Al Schirmacher Princeton, MN Three shorebirds at two Benton County spots this morning. Sent from my iPhone Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu

[mou-net] Big Stone, Lac Qui Parle

the possible neo-trop at Sherburne before work. Al Schirmacher Princeton, MN Sent from my iPhone Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Possible Neo-trop, Sherburne

seen one neo-trop before, briefly, and am open to input. Al Schirmacher Princeton, MN Sent from my iPhone Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Yellow-headed Blackbirds

is bizarre. Anyone know what's happening, and why? Thanks. Al Schirmacher Princeton, MN Sent from my iPhone Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Sherburne Trip

Led one of the birding trips at Sherburne Refuge today. Little quiet, among 83 species were 12 warblers, Least Bittern, Olive-sided Flycatcher. Again, no sign of moorhen/gallinule. Al Schirmacher Princeton, MN Sent from my iPhone Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa

[mou-net] Mille Lacs

103 species 17 warblers (no waves) 7 thrushes (Gray-cheeked, Swainson's, Wood, Hermit all in Kathio State Park) Only four shorebirds Mille Lacs County, from Kunkel WMA, north to Kathio the lake. Day one of birding vacation, home county. Al Schirmacher Princeton, MN Sent from my iPhone

[mou-net] Benton County

I may have some time this week to bird Benton County, but know little about where the best spots are. Any suggestions from those who know it well? Many thanks in advance. Al Schirmacher Princeton, MN Sent from my iPhone Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou

[mou-net] MOU Sherburne trip

Guided ~20 birders today in Sherburne Refuge, led smaller group to Kathio State Park in afternoon. 15 warbler species - no waves - nice looks at Bay-breasted - enjoyed sleeping nighthawk - only 91 species total - beautiful day to be out. Birding blessings to all. Al Schirmacher Princeton, MN

[mou-net] Fwd: [mou-net] MOU Sherburne trip

However, just heard that Nate (son) had bird of the day, ran into a migrating calling Bicknell's Thrush at a state park in the Appalachians! Al Schirmacher Princeton, MN Sent from my iPhone Begin forwarded message: From: Al Schirmacher alschirmac...@live.com Date: May 15, 2012 6:23:40 PM

[mou-net] Hooded, Prothonotary, Louisiana, Black-throated Blue

Will have the weekend to do a bit of chasing. Any locations that the above warblers - or even rarer - have been seen recently? Thanks. Al Schirmacher Princeton, MN (Only Connecticut Blackpoll remain unseen up here.) Sent from my iPhone Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi

[mou-net] Thursday's MOU Big Day Trip

relaxed, four county Big Day, let me know. Yellow Rails, Nelson's LeConte's Sparrows, warblers passerines, hoping for ~130 species. Good birding to all! Al Schirmacher Princeton, MN Sent from my iPhone Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http

[mou-net] Cerulean on MOU Big Day trip

Currently looking at a Cerulean Warbler considerably north of its normal range in Kathio State Park, Mille Lacs County. 19th warbler on day, with Sherburne NWR still to go. Al Schirmacher Princeton, MN Sent from my iPhone Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou

[mou-net] MOU Big Day Trip

on ML Lake Unfortunately only one Yellow Rail was briefly heard by the guide only before the trip began. 'Twas a good group on a beautiful day! Al Schirmacher Princeton, MN Sent from my iPhone Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu

[mou-net] Inquiry

of interest? How's Duluth currently? Twin Cities? At 24 warblers 22 shorebirds for year, both could be enhanced. Or regional specialties/one day wonders (eg, Whimbrel) also of interest. Thanks! Al Schirmacher Princeton, MN Rejoicing in a county Ruddy Turnstone in Sherburne today Sent from my

[mou-net] Sherburne Cormorant

? Thanks! Al Schirmacher Princeton, MN Sent from my iPhone Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Connecticut

16-17 warblers at Kathio State Park, including singing Connecticut in open meadow on right side of main road, past trail center. Al Schirmacher Princeton, MN Sent from my iPhone Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives

[mou-net] Kunkel WMA birding vacation obversations

very normal. Al Schirmacher Princeton, MN Sent from my iPhone Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Changes

Available for guiding this late spring summer, happy to serve MOU this way. Could end up staying in MN, or moving nationally. Good birding to all. Al Schirmacher Princeton, MN Sent from my iPhone Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http

[mou-net] Sherburne Warblers

birding to all! Al Schirmacher Princeton, MN Sent from my iPhone Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Sherburne

Before torrential rains, Common Gallinule, LeConte's Sparrow, YB Cuckoo at Sherburne Refuge, Auto Tour Blue Hill Trail. Famous birding couple sighting, on the gallinules (my thanks). Al Schirmacher Princeton, MN Sent from my iPhone Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa

[mou-net] Sherburne's Nesters Tour

Just a reminder that Sherburne Refuge's Nesters Tour is Saturday, June 2nd, 8:00 AM, beginning at Mahnomen Trail. The refuge would appreciate a call, letting them know you can come; but come, even at the last minute. Thanks! Al Schirmacher Princeton Sent from my iPhone Join or Leave mou

[mou-net] Cerulean

. And then there's always the h word, although he appears Cerulean enough. Sigh. Al Schirmacher Princeton, MN Sent from my iPhone Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Spring Species Count

10 of our 87 counties hit 200 species reported this spring season - including, of course, Sherburne:) - few more are very close, like Ramsey and Morrison - how many will make this magic number? Al Schirmacher Princeton, MN Join or Leave mou-net

[mou-net] Sherburne Nesters Tour

woodpeckers, eight blackbirds. We did miss the gallinules. Good birding to all! Al Schirmacher Princeton, MN (BirdSeeker Tours) Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Field trip verbs

On a birding field trip, why is the word seen given so much more value than heard? Al Schirmacher Princeton, MN Sent from my iPhone Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Sherburne Blessings

in this area, even during non-migration. In Madison, WI this weekend for a wedding, enjoyed first Yellow-throated Warbler in ten years (still need confirmed one in MN, brief look on one occasion could have been Audubon's). Good birding to all sundry. Al Schirmacher Princeton, MN (Birdseeker Tours

[mou-net] Swallow Slam

All six swallows present at Milaca Hiking Trails/Sewage Ponds this morning. Toughest find in area tends to be Northern Rough-winged. 10 warblers in area yesterday. Al Schirmacher Princeton, MN Sent from my iPhone Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net

[mou-net] Black-necked Stilts

Stone/Lac Qui Parle area? Some parallel marshlands similar to Horicon Marsh? Others? Good birding to all. Al Schirmacher Princeton, MN Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou

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